Attawaugan Fire District Remembers Longtime Board Member Susan Larkin-Bessette

Dayville, Conn. — October 21, 2026 — Susan M. Larkin-Bessette, who served for years on the Attawaugan Fire District's Board of Directors, has passed away. The district mourns her dedication to the department and community. 

Larkin-Bessette passed away at UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts, on October 16, 2026, as stated in her obituary. She reached the age of 58. Beyond her fire district duties, she taught at a Catholic school, acted as secretary for the Attawaugan Fire Department, and instructed religious education at St. [ Name]. James Church.

The district said Larkin-Bessette’s time, knowledge and contributions helped shape the organization. Her passing leaves a loss for fellow board members, department members and the community.

On behalf of the Board of Directors and department membership, the district extended condolences to her family, friends and loved ones. Members said her dedication and commitment to the organization and community would be remembered.

Calling hours were scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Gagnon and Costello Funeral Home, 33 Reynolds Street, Danielson. A Mass of Christian Burial was scheduled for Thursday, October 22, at 11 a.m. at St. James Church, 12 Franklin Street, Danielson. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery in Danielson