Obituary of Lorette M. Wrubel

Three Rivers - Lorette M. (Tremblay) Wrubel, 91, passed away June 7, 2023.  Born in Springfield, MA on May 20, 1932, she was the daughter of Oscar and Maria Tremblay.  Lorette lived in Three Rivers for most of her life.  During her working years, she was employed at Tambrands in the office and later in life, after raising her children, for Turley Publications. She was a communicant at the former St. Anne's Church, then at Divine Mercy Parish.  Lorette was an avid reader and enjoyed other quiet activities like crossword puzzles and knitting/crocheting.  She regularly cheered on the Boston Celtics and enjoyed spirited Bingo and card games with family and friends.  Time on the ski slopes in Vermont and at the beach in Wells, Maine were treasured memories for Lorette.  She had a big personality, a contagious laugh, and was often the life of the party.  During the holidays, Lorette was famous for her French meat pies and homemade fudge.  In 2008, she was predeceased by her loving husband, Walter J. Wrubel.  Lorette will be deeply missed by her two children, Wayne Wrubel of Three Rivers and Brenda Turner and husband, Jeffrey of Monson as well as the apple of her eye, beloved grandson, Crosby Turner.  Lorette was the youngest of seven children with one sister, also her closest friend, Theresa Prosperi of Brimfield who survives her.  She leaves many nieces and nephews who were all near and dear to her heart.  Visitation will be held Friday, June 16 from 8-9:30 a.m. at the Beers & Story Palmer Funeral Home with a funeral mass at 10 a.m. at Divine Mercy Parish.  Burial will follow at Sts. Peter & Paul Cemetery.  For those wishing, donations may be made in her memory to the Palmer Public Library.