Gretchen Stranch's obituary , Passed away on February 14, 2026 in Springfield, Massachusetts

Gretchen Stranch

February 8, 1969 - February 14, 2026 (57 years old)

Springfield, Massachusetts

Gretchen Stranch's obituary , Passed away on February 14, 2026 in Springfield, Massachusetts

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Forastiere Family Funeral & Cremation

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Gretchen Stranch

February 8, 1969 - February 14, 2026 (57 years old)

Springfield, Massachusetts

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Gretchen Stranch Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Gretchen Stranch (Springfield, Massachusetts), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Gretchen left this world on February 14, 2026 at the age of 57, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. 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 Gretchen Stranch to show support.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Gretchen may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She is survived by: her parents, Frank J. Stranch and Betty A. Stranch; her sister Heidi Gallo (Joseph); her nephews, Joseph and Nicholas; her sister Mardel Geiss (Paul); her nieces, Jessica and Erica; her nephew Christopher; her brother Joseph F. Stranch; Gaetano Santaniello.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Forastiere Family Funeral & Cremation



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Feb 24

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Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation Services
220 N Main St, East Longmeadow, MA 01028

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Feb 25

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Forastiere Smith Funeral & Cremation Services
220 N Main St, East Longmeadow, MA 01028

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Feb 25

Funeral service

St. Michael's Church
128 Maple St, East Longmeadow, MA 01028

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