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Norma Maria Maillet
Mar 2, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Norma Maria Maillet, who left us peacefully on March 2, 2025 at the age of 84.
Norma was born on June 7, 1941 in Fitchburg Massachusetts. She was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She grew up in Fitchburg where she built a life with her love, Denis,...
Victor Arnold Merloni
Feb 25, 2025
Victor A. Merloni, age 88, of Southboro, MA died peacefully on Tuesday February 25th at Memorial Hospital in Worcester, MA following a brief illness. He left behind his wife, Anne Merloni of Southboro, MA, his daughter Susan Merloni-Serra of Southboro, MA and his daughter Maria Merloni of Milton, MA. Victor had 6 grandchildren: Jeffrey Merloni of Southboro, MA, Kristen Loik...
Randi Beth O'Day
Feb 23, 2025
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Randi Beth O'Day, a remarkable woman whose spirit and resilience touched everyone she encountered. Born on December 6, 1958, in Philadelphia, Randi went on to become a high school graduate, but her true education came from her life's experiences. She effortlessly balanced the responsibilities of work and home, always...
Albert George Lamontagne
Feb 22, 2025
Albert George Lamontagne, a cherished father and passionate outdoorsman, passed away on February 22, 2025, at Blackstone Valley Health and Rehabilitation in Whitinsville. He was born on December 15, 1943, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to Elzeard and Alice Lamontagne, who predeceased him.
Albert's early career saw him working for Schneider's Meat Packing in Sutton and Coz Plastics in Northbridge. However, his true...
James Michael Taugher
Feb 20, 2025
James Michael Taugher
March 21st, 1964- February 20th, 2025
To know Jim was to love him. Ask anyone and they will all say the same thing: Jim was such a kind person. A truly goodhearted, caring, and loving person. A gentle soul who loved people and wanted everyone to be happy and taken care of. Jim enjoyed nothing more than being with...
Sydney Laroy Brace
Feb 11, 2025
Sydney Laroy Brace
September 14, 1959 — February 11, 2025
West Boylston, MA
Sydney Brace, 65, passed away peacefully Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at her home in West Boylston, Ma., surrounded by her caring staff, after a battle with cervical cancer. A beloved friend to so many from her days at Glavin all the way to her years living in West Boylston and...
James Louis Mandeville
Feb 11, 2025
James Louis Mandeville, affectionately known as Jimmy, was born on January 11, 1967, in Brockton, Massachusetts. He peacefully passed away on February 11, 2025, in Springfield, Massachusetts, surrounded by his loving wife and children, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of love, dedication, and strength.
Jimmy's devotion to the medical field was profound, having served as an EMT since 1990. His selfless...
Donna Marie Erickson-Hovagimian
Feb 9, 2025
Donna Marie Erickson-Hovagimian, born on November 26, 1968, in Worcester, Massachusetts, departed this life peacefully on February 9, 2025, at the UMASS North Pavilion, surrounded by her loving family. Donna fought a courageous battle with cholangiocarcinoma for over a year, displaying extraordinary strength and resilience that all who knew her admired. She was under the great care of Reliant Medical...
Dolores Anna Bailey
Feb 9, 2025
Dolores Anna Bailey, a radiant spirit whose kindness embraced all fortunate enough to know her, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2025, in Holden, Massachusetts. Born on September 8, 1930, in the quaint town of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, Dolores was a beacon of warmth and humor throughout her life.
As a devoted homemaker, Dolores dedicated herself to nurturing her five children. Showcasing...
Susan Rose Gervais
Feb 8, 2025
Sue Gervais (formerly Beando), beloved daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 8 at the age of 64, surrounded by her loving family. She was the daughter of William and Rose Beando, and the devoted wife of her late husband, David, with whom she was married for 36 years. Sue was a longtime resident of the...
Jennifer Marie Leone
Feb 4, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jennifer Marie Leone, who departed this life peacefully on February 4, 2025, at UMass Medical Center University Campus, surrounded by her loved ones. Jennifer was born on March 6, 1971, in Worcester, MA. She was raised in Worcester and graduated from Shrewsbury High School, Class of 1989.
Jennifer dedicated many...
Nancy Ann Long
Feb 4, 2025
Nancy Ann Long, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, just days shy of her 53rd birthday. Born on February 11, 1972, in Las Cruces, New Mexico, Nancy brightened the lives of many with her caring and giving nature.
She is remembered as a deeply caring and generous person who centered her life around...
Ellen Clay
Jan 25, 2025
ELLEN (EMOND) CLAY – OBITUARY
Ellen (Emond) Clay, 76, of Worcester, formally of Framingham, passed away on January 25, 2025, at The Odd Fellows Home in Worcester, after a long illness. Born on December 10th, 1948, at the former Whitinsville Hospital in Northbridge, she was the daughter of Clara (Van Brug) and Harold Emond. She graduated from Northbridge High School in...
Janice Lee (Aubin) Richford
Jan 25, 2025
Janice Lee Richford, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, departed this world peacefully on January 25, 2025, in Millbury, Massachusetts, with her loving husband, Raymond Eugene Richford III, by her side. Born on April 13, 1955, in Linz, Austria, Janice's journey through life was marked by an abundance of love and cherished connections.
Janice was a woman of remarkable...
Joannie Diane Clark
Jan 23, 2025
Joannie Clark, affectionately known as the "hat lady," passed away on January 23, 2025, in Clinton, MA. Born on July 7, 1954, in Concord, MA, Joannie brought warmth and joy to those around her, embodying a spirit that never met a stranger who wasn't a friend. Her infectious smile was complemented by her love of vibrant hats, making her a...
Elise Mae LaPlante
Jan 22, 2025
Beloved mother Elise M Laplante of Gardner, Mass died on Wednesday, January 22nd 2025 at the age of 73 at Leominster Rehab and nursing facility. After recently being diagnosed with stage 4 Pancreatic cancer that has metastasized into several other organs. She leaves behind her eldest son Edmond J Laplante Jr of Richmond NH. Her daughter Denise R Gentile(Laplante) of...
Margaret A. Pozzessere
Jan 18, 2025
Margaret (Peggy) Pozzessere (Willard), 81 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at Holy Trinity Nursing Facility in Worcester, MA after a long illness. Peggy was born in Nashua, NH to Fred Willard and Margaret Ann Willard (Reed).
Peggy is survived by her sister, Julia (Terry) Philbrook of Hampton, NH; Her children, Lisa Hansson of Lincoln, ME; Kathleen...
Linda Mary (Painchaud) Dunphe
Jan 18, 2025
Linda Mary (Painchaud) Dunphe, 74 of Spencer, MA, passed away peacefully on January 18, 2025, at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, with her beloved husband of 31 years, Samuel D. Dunphe, by her side.
Linda was born on August 24, 1950, in Worcester, Massachusetts. She was a cherished member of her community and spent many years dedicated to her career as...
Sheryl Ann “Westcott” Champagne
Jan 17, 2025
Sheryl Ann “Sherry”, a beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend, passed away unexpectedly on January 17,2025. Born on September 12, 1956, in Springfield, Massachusetts. She was a graduate of Springfield Technical High School in Springfield, MA. Sheryl was a vibrant spirit who touched the lives of everyone she met.
Sheryl was a dedicated dietary aide and cook, She was not...
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