Maura Neville Guzik
Alexandria, LA – Often a Spirit enters the world with only joy, it bounds through the world touching others with joy and speaking joy and self-creating joy, a machine of joy. Maura was one of those Spirits. She was born in Ft Worth, TX to John and Eileen Neville, the last child of four, John Jr, Cathy, Susan.
Maura went on to earn a Bachelor’s Degree in Business & Economics from St. Anselm College and a Master’s in Business from American International College. Maura was a dedicated banking professional with more than forty years of experience at various banks in Western Mass. Her career was marked by deep commitment to clients, integrity, and community service, leaving a lasting impact on her colleagues and the institutions she served. She retired from Greenfield Cooperative Bank as VP, Commercial Loan in February 2025. She was particularly known for her infectious smile and ability to connect with clients, understand their needs, and helping local businesses thrive.
Maura married Richie Guzik and became a mother to Meagan, what she would tell you was her greatest achievement. Maura held a deep patriotism for her country and was involved in volunteer work with the USO, proud to support her daughter as she joined and excelled as a US Air Force Security Forces Military Working Dog Handler.
Maura had a big heart and gave back to her community in multiple ways. She was involved with the Rotary Club of Palmer, Amherst Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Children’s Advocacy Center for Hampshire Board of Directors, and the Council on Aging and Belchertown Senior Center Board of Directors.
Maura passed away on October 11, 2025. She was surrounded by her family in her retirement home in Alexandria, LA. Her daughter and son-in-law were by her side as she began her journey into the next life where she would join Eileen, John Sr, and John Jr.
Survived by her daughter Meagan Aldrich (Alex husband), her sisters Cathy Cormier (Bill husband) and Susan Tremblay (Dave); her nephews Billy Cormier (Alison), Timmy Cormier (Michelle), John Cormier (Liz), Tremblay (Madeline), and Nate Tremblay (Shannon fiancé); her grandnieces Mia, Margaret, and Claire Cormier.
Maura requested donations be made to the Jay Caron Community Impact Foundation at
https://jaycaroncommunityimpactfoundation.com/
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