Obituary of Barbara Lamontagne

Barbara Lamontagne of Alton Drive, Dudley, MA., passed away quietly at home with her loving family on June 23. Barbara was born in Malone, NY youngest daughter of her now deceased parents, Edwin and Winnifred Wells. She moved with her family to Oxford, MA. in 1960. She leaves her loving husband of 39 years, Paul Lamontagne, two sons Ronald and Micheal Zarzecki of Dudley. Two grandsons, Brandon and Nathan Zarzecki, whom Barbara and Paul raised in their home for the last 16 years. She leaves a brother Richard Wells, Dunedin, FL., and a sister Margaret Adams wife of Paul Adams of Woodstock, Ct. Her nieces Jonna Dube, Penny Blake, April Leconti, Melissa Paranto, Mary Casello,Trisha Luchini and Audrey Logan. Nephews Christopher Wells and Benjamin Hamilton deceased. Also she leaves her stepson David Lamontagne and his husband George, her step daughter Debra LeBlanc and her husband John and their two children Joey and Christa with whom they shared many wonderful family times. Her deceased sister-in-law, Paulette and her husband Fran O'Neil. The family would also like to mention along with many of her close friends who assisted during this tragic ordeal, her sister Peg and her niece Penny who rarely missed a day of seeing Barb in the last five months. Also her niece Jonna who assisted in getting her the best care possible, using her medical expertise while Barbara was a patient at UMass for almost three months. Sandy Wilga, a lifelong friend and once next door neighbor, for going above the call of duty during Barbara's time at Webster Manor as well as continuing to assist with her care when Barb went home. Many close friends and neighbors, including the Sutton Group, provided meals and comfort during this very trying time. Barbara was provided care and comfort by Beacon Hospice. Calling hours will be Monday 4pm to 7 pm at Bartel Funeral Home, Schofield Avenue, Dudley, MA. All are welcome to join with the family Tuesday at 12;30 pm at the funeral home for procession to Church. Funeral Mass of the Resurrection will be held at St. Anthony's, Dudley, at 1:30 on Tuesday June 26th celebrated by Monsignor Doran who gave much support to Barbara and her family with frequent visits. In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please consider a donation to St. Anthony's, 24 Dudley Hill Road, Dudley MA. 01571