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Mark Fontaine Obituary

Mark Andrew Fontaine "Godfather of Mental Health" Mark, beloved father, brother and uncle, passed away surrounded by his loving family at Baystate Medical Center. Born in Springfield, he attended W. Springfield HS then continued his education to become a machinist. He worked for Yankee Hill Machine Co., Burd Manufacturing & Design and Smith & Wesson for many years, as well as B'shara's when he was a teen. Mark loved music, the casino, playing pool and riding his Harley. He loved family get-togethers and he could fill a room with laughter with his sense of humor and storytelling. Mark is predeceased by his mother and father, Lillian and George Fontaine of W. Springfield and his son, Branden Fontaine of Agawam. He is survived by his daughter, Brenda Amaya of Agawam, his two brothers, Roger Fontaine and David Fontaine, his two sisters, Joan Huhtanen and Teresa Pietrzykowski and many nieces and nephews. Visiting hours will be held at the Agawam Congregational Church located at 745 Main St. in Agawam on Saturday, March 1st at 11:00am. Toomey O'Brien Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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Published by WFSB on Feb. 23, 2025.

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Deborah Rossini Donovan

February 28, 2025

I knew Marky many years ago.... he was always a very sweet guy.... I hope he finds heavenly eternal peace in the Arms of our Lord Jesus Christ... Amen..

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Sue and Dennis Jurkowski

February 25, 2025

I´m so sorry to hear of the loss of Mark. I hope the Fontaine family finds peace

Gary Fontaine

February 25, 2025

My condolences to Marks family. So sorry for your loss

Jim and donna

February 25, 2025

Thoughts and prayers to the Fontaine famil

Bobby Raina

February 25, 2025

The Fontaine & Raina families grew up together on Circle Dr. I was best friends with Roger, & remember Mark when he was growing up. God Bless Mark & the Fontaine family.

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