Renee A. Dufresne

Renee A. Dufresne, 70, of Ludlow, passed away on Saturday, May 24, 2025. Born in Springfield on September 12, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Dufresne Sr. and Priscilla (Lafayette) Dufresne. A graduate if Cathedral High School, Renee went on to earn her BA and Master’s degrees from Westfield State College. She taught 1st grade in the Ludlow Public Schools for many years before retiring to take care of her Dad. Renee was a lifelong communicant of St. Elizabeth’s Parish in Ludlow.

Renee is survived by her brother Thomas Dufresne Jr, and his wife Anna and a vast multitude of extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister Marie Daigle-Shea.

Renee devoted her life to improving the lives of others in any way possible. She was a perfect example of what a Christain should be. She was humble, kind, empathetic to all and discourteous to no one. Renee’s life revolved around the soul saving premise of putting your life in the hands of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, allowing Him to direct your life by means of the Holy Spirit; thus ensuring eternal salvation. Renee will be deeply missed by everyone who knew her. Her spirit will remain with us for the rest of our lives.

Funeral services for Renee will be Friday, May 30, 2025 at 9:00 AM at the Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, 64 Sewall St., Ludlow, MA, followed by Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in St. Elizabeth’s Parish. Burial will be private, at the convenience of the family. Visiting hours at the funeral home will be Thursday, May 29, 2025 from 4:00-7:00 PM. Donations in Renee’s memory may be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or www.stjude.org.