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Leslie Edward Bezanson, Jr., of Springfield, passed away on October 1, 2025, at Baystate Medical Center following a car accident. He was 83 years old. Born on November 26, 1941, in Ludlow, Massachusetts, Leslie was the beloved son of the late Leslie Edward Bezanson, Sr. and Mary (Bellany) Bezanson. A graduate of Springfield Technical High School, Leslie remained a lifelong resident of Springfield, where he built a life grounded in curiosity, service, and community. He worked for the United States Postal Service in Springfield for over 32 years. Leslie had a lifelong passion for electronics, cars, computers, and woodworking. He was known for his love of tinkering and fixing things, always eager to learn and lend a helping hand. He proudly served in the Army National Guard for six years, dedicating himself to his country with honor and integrity. A man of deep faith, Leslie was a longtime and active member of Faith United Church in Springfield beginning in 1977. He was also a cherished member of the church choir, where he sang for many years and shared his love of music with his faith community. Leslie is survived by his loving sister, Kathleen Merchant, and her husband Neill of Granby, Massachusetts; his nieces, Heather Pike and Melissa Marler; his nephew, Timothy Merchant; and his great-nieces, Kate Cote and Lydia Pike. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him.

Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance on Thursday, October 9, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Byron Keenan Funeral Home and Cremation Tribute Center, 1858 Allen Street, Springfield. Burial will be private.¹

O'DOHERTY, Virginia A. (Frotton)

Of Woburn, Wednesday, October 22nd. Beloved wife of John L. O'Doherty. Devoted mother of Deborah Doyle and her husband James of Woburn and John N. O'Doherty of Oregon. Loving sister of the late George E. Frotton, Jr. Dear sister-in-law of Patricia Frotton of Tewksbury, Margaret O'Doherty of CT, Elizabeth O'Doherty of NH, Lois O'Doherty of VA, Phyllis McGuerty of Chelmsford, and Rose Dunleavy of VA. Cherished "Gram" of Brendan Doyle and his fiancee Jennifer Clark of Medford, Daniel and Colleen Doyle, both of Woburn, and Kayla Peters of Tewksbury. Mother-in-law of Karen Peters of Tewksbury. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

A Funeral Mass will be held in St. Barbara's Church, 138 Cambridge Road, Woburn on Saturday, October 25th at 12 noon. Interment is private.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to call at St. Barbara's Church on Friday from 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Professional services are under the direction of the Lynch-Can-tillon Funeral Home.³

FROTTON -- Of Tewksbury and Gray, Maine, unexpectedly August 21, George E. Jr. Son of Anna Mae (Bezanson) Frotton of Woburn and the late George E. Sr. Beloved husband of 40 years to Patricia A. (Edson). Father of Stephen J. and Christine (Levesque) Frotton of Lowell, Dennis P., William G. and Chris E. Frotton all of Tewksbury and Scott M. and Tammy (Joyce) Frotton of Dracut. Grandfather of Bailey, Tia, Douglas, Craig, Courtney, Shawn and Thomas Frotton. Brother of Virginia F. O'Doherty of Woburn. Son-in-law of Walter C. Edson of Tewksbury and the late Mary (Dalton) Edson. Brother-in-law of John O'Doherty of Woburn, Ronald Edson of Raymond, ME, Margaret E. and Gerald Hannon of Sykesville, MD. He also leaves many nieces and nephews.

Calling hours Monday 2-4, 6-9 p.m. at the Farmer & Dee Funeral Home, 16 Lee St., TEWKSBURY. Funeral Tuesday 9 a.m. from the funeral home. Funeral Mass 10 a.m. at Church, 1351 Main St., 38, Tewksbury, Burial in St. Mary's Cemetery.

Founder and President of George E. Frotton Trucking Co. and Deputy Sheriff in Middlesex County.³