Amy Beth Stinchfield
1976 – 2025
Belchertown, MA – Amy Beth Stinchfield, age 48, passed away unexpectedly on May 26, 2025 in Montreal, Canada.
Amy completed her early education in Belchertown and graduated from Belchertown High School in 1994. She furthered her education at UMass Amherst and then transferred to Concordia University in Montreal for advanced study in language translation. This academic path led to a fulfilling career with the Canadian Government. In the Translation Services Division, Amy was highly respected for her professional skills.
A person of deep faith, Amy was an active member of Hope United Methodist Church in Belchertown before she moved to Canada to complete her degree and she married a Canadian citizen, Braden Harper. Her personal life was enriched by love of two sons, foreign travel and extensive reading which broadened her perspective and brought her much joy.
Amy will be remembered as a caring mother and a cherished friend whose heartfelt presence and kindness enriched the lives of those close to her. Her legacy will be honored by her father, Duane Stinchfield and mother, Lorna Stinchfield of Belchertown; and her brother Todd Stinchfield living in California. Her two sons, Sam age 19 and Owen age 15 will harbor many loving memories of their mother.
We invite you to join us in celebrating the life of Amy Beth Stinchfield. We will be gathering on Monday, August 4th, 2025 from 7pm to 9pm at 7141 Sherbrooke St West in Room 100 of the Loyola Jesuit Hall and Conference Centre on the Loyola Campus of Concordia University. For more details, contact mushynski@gmail.com.
May she rest in peace.
Love, Mom and Dad
I went to Concordia University with Amy. She and I had several classes together and worked on various group projects. It quickly became clear to me that she was a talented translator and writer. We socialized outside of class a few times, and I always very much enjoyed her company. We both went on to work at the Translation Bureau, where our interactions were fewer but always pleasant. What stands out to me most about Amy is that she loved being a mom; her boys were extremely important to her. I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to them in particular, as well as to everyone else who loved her. It’s a big loss for us all.
Alison,
Thank you for your kind words.
Duane and Lorna Stinchfield
Amy’s parents
Please accept my deepest condolences on Amy’s passing. We were colleagues at the Translation Bureau for many years. While I hadn’t seen her in person since before COVID, I have happy memories of our after-office activities that Amy sometimes attended. I wish, especially for the boys, strength in the days ahead. Whenever we did have a chance to chat about non-work related things, she always talked about them with great pride.
Amy and I attended an online support group together. She loved her sons and her adopted home of Montréal. I am shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. May you rest in peace, Amy. 🙏🏻💜
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Amy and I have become friends in recent years. I am deeply saddened to hear she has passed away. Amy was super smart, caring, and wickedly funny. She was always there to offer support to me, even if she needed support too. She loved her children deeply. Although our friendship was just a few years old, Amy’s impact on my life was considerable. I love you Amy, may you rest in power and peace.
Such power, indeed. And SO MUCH Peace. 💔
Amy Beth was an absolute light and gem, and I am so glad I got to know her over the past few years. We shared many funny jokes, book recommendations, and music tastes. Her children were her world and she glowed when talking about them. My heart is hurting hearing this news. My deepest condolences to her children, parents, sibling, and all who had the lovely opportunity of loving Amy Beth.
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I’ve had the gift of being friends with Amy for the last several years. I am super grateful to have gotten to experience her brilliant mind, her hilarious sense of humor, & her graceful kindness. She fiercely loved & was super proud of Sam & Owen- I am delighted they we all able to have their epic adventures in Iceland last summer.
Amy touched many hearts & her presence in our daily lives will be deeply missed
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Dear Amy Beth,
It was a special night when you came into our life in a basement maternity ward during a violent thunderstorm. A tree in our yard was struck by lightning when you were born.
You were the most beautiful baby and we loved watching you grow and learn with your curiosity about life. We have lots of photos and memories which we will treasure forever and you will always be inside our hearts.
We pray that your place in heaven surrounds you by favorite things you loved from nature; and we hope that you can visit with your grandparents, aunts and uncles, cousins and friends who have gone before you.
We also pray that your loving soul will give guidance to your sons Sam and Owen to help them travel a good path in life.
We will remember you always and pray that we might be together again someday.
Love forever,
Dad and Mom
All of your condolences are sincerely appreciated.
Affectionately,
Duane and Lorna Stinchfield
Amy’s parents.
There are no words that can convey what a loss this is. I hope and pray Amy that you are at peace. You will be missed more than you know. Sending warm hugs to the family and friends you leave behind as you live in our hearts and minds.