Joseph Raymond James Birt Obituary
The world bids farewell to Joseph Raymond James Birt of Ashland, Massachusetts, departing on December 27, 2024 at the age of 85. Joseph Raymond James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph Raymond James Birt to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Laitres and Barbara Laitres (Duguay). He is survived by: his wife Edelgard; his children, Martina (Steve), Raymond (Garth), Angela (Jeffrey) and Cheryl (Chuck); his grandchildren, Adriane, John (Ariana Smart), Asa and Eliana Gladstein; his great grandchild Owen Smart; his brother Paul (Rae); and his sister-in-law Mary. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Thursday, January 2nd 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Matarese Funeral Home (325 Main St, Ashland, MA 01721). A funeral Mass was held on Friday, January 3rd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the St. Cecilia's Church (54 Esty St, Ashland, MA 01721).
