Northfield, MA – Marion Allen, 73, of Northfield passed away at the Baystate Medical Center on October 16, 2026. She was born in Hadley, MA on July 21, 2953, the daughter of the late Frank and Genevieve Baj.
Marion attended South Hadley primary and secondary schools. She then graduated from Greenfield Academy of Hair Design and later at the Amherst Extended Care Facility.
In retirement, Marion and her beloved husband Wayne Allen, Jr. traveled extensively throughout New England, especially to Lake Winnipesauke and the Maine beaches of Ogunquit and Wells.
An avid cook, Marion hosted and attended many gatherings, always trying new recipes for her friends and guests, and her desserts were a favorite.
Marion was also a shopper, finding socks and other necessities for her gift bags she created, always giving them at gatherings.
Besides her beloved husband of forty three years, Wayne, Marion leaves a brother, Frank Baj and his wife Donna of Hadley; three sisters, Helen Ostrowski, Francis Goralski and her husband Thomas, and Ann Baj; several nieces, nephews and cousins; and her beloved cat, Winston.
Marion was predeceased by her parents, Frank and Genevieve Baj; sisters, Jeannie Ann Collins and Alyce M. Wawro-Kulig.
We will always remember her kindness, generosity and thoughtfulness. We will miss Marion, especially her cat Winston.
Funeral services will be private. Burial will be held at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office Regional Dog Shelter, 10 Sandy Lane, Turners Falls, MA 01376.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Kostanski Funeral Home. For condolences, please visit www.kostanskifuneralhome.com.
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