Natalie Martelle, 93

12/21/2025

A celebration of life for Natalie Janet (Murchie) Martelle, 93 of Clarksburg who died on Sunday, December 21, 2025 will be held Friday June 5, 2026. A graveside service at Clarksburg cemetery on Henderson Road in Clarksburg MA will be held at 1 p.m. A memorial gathering at Clarksburg State Park will follow. All are welcome to join the family for a picnic featuring some of Miss Natalie’s favorite recipes.

Pall Bearers for Natalie are Nathan McGuire (Grandson), George Baumann (Grandson), Kyle Rolnick (Grandson), Rick Martelle (Grandson), Robert Martelle (son) and Devin Katzenberger(“Grandson”). Honorary Pallbearers are Carol Jean Martelle (Granddaughter) and George Baumann (son-in-law).

Natalie married her husband Robert Martelle in 1950 and they raised 8 children together. Family vacations included camping, fishing, boating, swimming with a fun educational component always in the itinerary.

Natalie continued her education and community service while raising 8 children. Natalie volunteered for many committees and projects for the town and school. She wore many hats in her life: Den mother, Girl Scout leader, reporter, assessor, insurance agent, retail manager, paralegal, real estate agent/broker, business owner and dedicated Mother, Wife and Grandmother.

Natalie enjoyed travel with her family and in later years with her husband and Granddaughter Carol Jean. Together they explored areas for a second home where Bob could fish year round. Unfortunately Bob passed away in 1999 at the age of 69. Natalie and Carol did find a lake home on Greenwood Lake in South Carolina as a completion of their dream to honor her husband Bob. Natalie remained in South Carolina for 20 years where she developed a wonderful group of friends. One of her most treasured trips was to Branson Missouri with Terry and George for her 80th birthday

Natalie travelled between South Carolina and Massachusetts for many years, always home for the holidays and family events. Natalie split her time between her daughter Laura’s home and daughter Terry’s home. When Natalie could no longer live alone she was lovingly cared for by Laura, Kyle, Krystal, Devin, Lexxus, Robbie and Mya at Laura’s home. And also lived with George and Terry for several years where she was always included in vacations and family outings. Natalie’s grandchildren Nathan, Terra, Noah, Amanda, George, Cheyenne, Brooke and Jack were always close by to bring loving care to Grandma Natalie.

Natalie treasured her relationships with her Brothers Doug and John and brother-in-law Duke Bissaillon and her sisters Mary and Nancy. Natalie has many nieces and nephews that remained a loving part of her life.

Natalie is also survived by her sons Robert and Daniel, daughters Carol and Linda. She is survived by many grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. Natalie was predeceased by her husband Robert, son Jon, daughter Robin, granddaughter Amber, sisters Mary, Nancy and brothers Doug and John.