Edward A. Berube, Jr.

ASHBURNHAM - Edward A. Berube, Jr., 94, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of his family, on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, just one week shy of his 95th birthday.

Born in Barre and raised in Holden, Edward was the son of the late Edward A. and Annie (Ingle) Berube. He attended Holden public schools before graduating from Worcester Junior College with a degree in engineering. Following graduation, he began a 35-year career with Heald Machine, where he dedicated much of his professional life.

Edward proudly served his country in the United States Army, where he also put his culinary talents to use as a chef. In 1948, while attending a dance in Worcester, he met the love of his life, Edith Patterson. It was love at first sight, and the two began dating, marrying just a year later at the Patterson family home in Barre. Together, they made their home in Holden, where they raised their family and spent many happy years. In retirement, Edward and Edith relocated to Florida to enjoy the sunshine and a new chapter of life together. Following Edith's passing, Edward moved to Ashburnham to be closer to family.

Edward was a proud Mason and member of Rufus Putnam Lodge. He was an avid outdoorsman and an ardent hunter, a passion he maintained throughout his life, having gone deer hunting just a few weeks before his passing. He also enjoyed gathering with friends for spirited games of pitch at various locations throughout Sterling, West Boylston, and Holden. Edward was a member of the Nimrod League of Holden Sportsmen's Club and a past member of the Worcester Fox and Coon Club. Whether spending time in the outdoors or enjoying the company of friends, he remained active and engaged in the things he loved throughout his remarkable 94 years.

Edward leaves behind his loving daughters, Sandra Feenstra and her husband, Jim, of Ashburnham, and Linda Baker and her husband, Michael, of North Carolina; his grandchildren, Greg Perry of Florida, Brian Perry of North Carolina, James Feenstra of Pennsylvania, Jennifer Feenstra of Ashburnham, and Charles Feenstra of Pennsylvania; as well as many cherished great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers, Thomas Berube of Barre and James Berube of Holden.

In addition to his beloved wife, Edith L. (Patterson) Berube, Edward was predeceased by his brother, Robert Berube, and his sister, Blanche Nylen.

In accordance with Edward's wishes, all services will be held privately. Interment will take place at a later date at Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Winchendon.