Colonial Forastiere Funeral Home

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Since 1905, our family has been honored to help families during one of the most difficult times.

At Forastiere Family Funeral & Cremation, we do, indeed, try to offer you a home, a comforting and inviting place to gather in remembrance and celebration of lives lived well. Our experienced staff is committed to this vision and passionate about making your time with us as memorable and uplifting as possible. We bring together decades of experience caring for families of all cultural backgrounds and diverse walks of life. We pledge to treat you and your loved ones just like family, and we guarantee to offer services that meet all of your specifications while exceeding all of your expectations.

10/28/2026

✨Introducing: The Forastiere Legacy Bracelets✨

Our exclusive line of Forastiere cremation jewelry is here! Crafted by local jewelry artist, Lisa of Loved By Lisa Jewelry, these pieces allow you to keep your loved one close to you.

When asked what drew her to cremation jewelry, Lisa responded, “I’ve always loved how a piece of jewelry can tell a story, but the thought of creating something that allows someone to keep a part of their loved one close to them felt especially powerful. I was drawn to the intimacy of it - the idea that something so small and delicate would hold so much love, memory, and meaning.”

Featuring cremated remains in resin, you can choose from two types of metal and various resin colors to make the bracelet uniquely yours. These make beautifully meaningful gifts, especially as the holidays are approaching. If you would like to learn more and see them in person, and to purchase bracelets for yourself or a loved one, please contact your funeral director.
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10/28/2026

Marlene A. Christy, 79, of Southwick, passed away on October 26, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Springfield on December 9, 1946, she was the daughter of the late Albert Gagliarducci and Angelina Frasca Gagliarducci.

Marlene graduated from Cathedral High School in 1964 and ear...

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10/27/2026

SANDRA RESCIGNO

In the presence of loved ones, Sandra (Kelley) Rescigno, 91, ascended peacefully from this life on October 21, 2026. She was predeceased by her husband John Rescigno, her mother Clara (Bassett) Kelley, her father Vaughn W. Kelley, and brother Vaughn Kelley.

Born in Ba...

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10/24/2026

Raymond A. Hermenet, 95, a long-time resident of Hampden, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of honor as a retired U.S. Air Force Master Sergeant, a successful corporate director, and a deeply patient, kind, and devoted family man.Raymond A. Hermenet, age 95, of Hampden, ...

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10/23/2026

Thank you to Agawam Senior Center for hosting an amazing Health Expo yesterday morning! What a great time to connect with the community. Thank you to everyone who entered our raffle and stopped by the table to chat!
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10/22/2026

Our fearless leaders, the ultimate father-daughter team, Frank & Loren Forastiere, got to celebrate our Reader Raves 2027 win yesterday evening at the Reader Raves Award Ceremony! Thank you to everyone who voted us best funeral home! We are so honored and grateful to have been trusted to serve families of this community over the years 💙
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10/16/2026

Carol Ann Flood, 86, of Agawam, Massachusetts, passed away on October 14, 2026. Born on December 2, 1939, in Peabody, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Stanley and Sophie Hawreluke.

Born and raised in Peabody, Carol Ann went on to serve in the United States Air Force, where she...

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10/14/2026

‼️ 𝗜𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗧: 𝗗𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗡𝗘𝗫𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗘𝗞'𝗦 𝗚𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗣‼️

Next week our Family & Friends Support Group will meet on 𝗧𝗛𝗨𝗥𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗢𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟮𝗻𝗱 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m instead of on Tuesday.
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10/14/2026

Gail (Adams) Rumplik FEEDING HILLS, MA — Gail (Adams) Rumplik, 79, of Feeding Hills, passed away on October 12, 2026, in hospice care at Baystate Medical Center.

Born on January 29, 1947, Gail was the daughter of the late John Quincy Adams and Nancy (Tolman) Adams. During her youth, she live...

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Address

985 Main Street
Agawam, MA
01001

Telephone

+14137862600

Website

https://www.forastiere.com/

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