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Laurette Lyons, 91

08/18/2023

CHESHIRE, Mass. — On Friday, August 18,2023 Laurette Celina (Levesque) Lyons, 91, joined her husband Thomas, daughter Sharon and grandson Michael in heaven. In the hours prior, she was surrounded by her family, with the beautiful sound of her granddaughter Samantha‘s voice singing out to the angels above.

She was born in Adams, MA on June 18, 1932, a daughter of Arthur Joseph Levesque and Anna Marie (Martel) Levesque. She attended the former Notre Dame Parochial School.

Laurette‘s great passion for sewing was shared through her employment at Interior Alternative, Waverly Fabrics and Occasion’s Bridal Shop. She also worked at Sprague Electric until they closed. She shared her many talents with family and friends. Her daughters and grandchildren were proud to wear the clothes that she made. She volunteered for many years sewing for the Notre Dame Bazaar. Her love for her family and friends were displayed through all aspects of her life.

She was a communicant of Notre Dame Church in Adams and was a proud member of its Ladies of St. Ann and its Rosary Society. Her dear friend, Father Daniel Boyle, played a huge role in her life for many years.

She married her husband Thomas Philip Lyons on November 27, 1952 and enjoyed many happy years until he passed in 2004. They shared four daughters, Sharon Filiault, whom she joined in heaven, Sandra (Frank) Talora of Cheshire; Michelle (Nicholas Graham) Lyons of Hancock, and Mary (Mark) Gaskill of Hancock. They were blessed with nine grandchildren- Samantha Talora (Nicholas Duda), Michael Talora, whom she joined in heaven, Patrick Filiault (Amy) , Jennifer Nocher (Jason), Jeffrey Filiault, Alexandra Filiault (Kenneth Reynolds) , Jonathan Rochelo (Cassandra), Alycia Rochelo (Paul Tanner), Madeline Gaskill (Andrew Augusta); Who also blessed “Nana” with twelve great grandchildren; Kaylea, Hannah, Anthony, Paige, Callie, Paige, Patrick Jr. (PJ) , Joey, Charlotte, Annabelle, Kolbe, Roman and 3 granddaughter triplets on their way. She also had many grandpups that she enjoyed.

Two sisters- Claire Boyer (Willis in heaven) of Williamstown, and Diana Beaudin( Victor) of Pittsfield ; one brother- Clovis Levesque (Elaine in heaven) of Enfield, CT, Victoria Martel (heaven) , Godchild- Jacqueline DeMarsico (John) and loving nieces and nephews.

Her daughter, Sharon Filiault passed on November 21, 2013; her grandson Michael Talora passed on September 21, 2013.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Laurette Lyons will be celebrated on Wednesday August 23, 2023 at 11:00 AM at Notre Dame Church in Adams. Burial will follow in Bellevue cemetery. Calling hours at the church are Wednesday morning from 9:30 AM to 11:00. Memorial donations may be made to St. John Paul II Parish in care of FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA 01247. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.

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Sandra, I'm sorry for your loss, I didn't know until now. I kept up with her as my mother and wasn't just niece and Aunt. She was a beloved favorite of my mother. When my mom died she sent me information and prayers. She was a wonderful person. I only met her twice when she and Aunt Ana visited California. We had fun in Mexico shopping and when I came.back to visit with my parents. She was always warm and welcoming. She was grief stricken because of the losses your family suffered. The last time I talked to her she was distraught. I'm sure you miss her terribly but seeing as the bible says for the Lord his day is as as a thousand of our years. So figuring it out, if we live to a ripe old age your mom will be thinking she had only been there a few minutes when the rest of us arrive. The grief is here only. No one told me she passed and I feel it greatly. I had mostly known her from the wonderful beautiful letters she sent my mom. God bless you. May your joy at having had her as a mother outweigh the grief you feel. Love, Linda. PS: I remember swinging on the swings with you and Sharon while the adults visited. I was fascinated by the lovely twin girls at the time. You were both so sweet and good. ?
from: Linda Kleiner	on: 11-01-2023

I'm sorry for your loss. I worked with Loretta in the 70's at Waverly Fabrics. She was a very nice lady.?
from: Scott Roy	on: 08-29-2023

Dear Sandy & Family, My deepest sympathy for your loss.
from: Bob Wallace	on: 08-23-2023

Dear Sandy and family, your mom was such a wonderful and caring person and I am so sorry for your loss. She taught me so much about making drapes when I worked with her sewing at Waverly and the lessons continued when we worked together at The Interior Alternative. She always had the best answers to my sewing questions and shared all she knew with me. The world has lost a loving person and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will be unable to attend the service due to an out of town commitment. I am so sorry. Love and hugs, Charlotte
from: Charlotte Avery	on: 08-22-2023

Sandy, I’m sorry to hear about your mom. She was a good woman. I worked with your father at the Norah very well. You remember me but I used to work with your father to Adam supermarket. I’ve been truck for him. I didn’t realize your sister Sharon had passed away. I’m sorry to hear about that even though it was 10 years ago I must’ve missed it somewhere my regards to you and your family.
from: Gary Martin	on: 08-22-2023

Dear Michelle and Family; I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Deb Caron
from:	on: 08-21-2023

Sandy and family I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
from: Bet Azar	on: 08-21-2023

She will be deeply missed. She had a great sense of humor and was a beautiful person inside and out. We love you!
from: Jose and Susan Agosto	on: 08-21-2023

I am very sorry for your loss Jennie Pierce
from: Jennie Pierce	on: 08-21-2023

Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all. May her memories become your treasures Love, John and Elaine Daniels
from: John and Elaine Daniels	on: 08-21-2023

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