Charlton – Eva A. (Bachand) Parzych, 72, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Aug. 14 ^th , after an illness.

She leaves her beloved husband of 50 years, Stanley C. Parzych; a son, Erik D. Parzych and his wife Stacey of Sturbridge; her daughter, Kristin M. Hildabrand and her husband Adam of North Adams; three brothers, James Bachand of Northbridge, David Bachand of Charlton and Brian Bachand of Charlton; her sister, Rebecca Bachand of Charlton; four grandchildren, Brendan, Gisella, Liam and Gretta; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Eva was born in Southbridge the daughter of Clarence A. and Agnes T. (Prunier) Bachand.

She worked for Worcester Polytechnic Institute in Worcester for 25 years as a campus police dispatcher prior to retiring.  Eva also did accounting for several years for the Tri Valley Elders.

She enjoyed camping, motorcycle rides, Barber Shop music, working in her gardens, crafts and baking.  Eva was an amazing cook and loved cooking for people.

A funeral service for Eva will be held on Thursday, Aug. 18 ^th at 11:00 am in the Daniel T Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton Street, Southbridge.  Burial will follow in West Ridge Cemetery, Charlton.   A calling hour in the funeral home will be held on Thursday, Aug. 18 ^th from 10:00 am – 11:00 am prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Charlton Senior Center, 37 Main St, Charlton, MA 01507