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Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas

Jerry W. Powell

Jerry W. Powell

Aug 14, 2023

Jerry W. Powell, 63, of Worcester, MA, passed away at home on August 14 surrounded by his family after a brave and valiant two-year battle with Liposarcoma. Jerry was born in Raleigh, NC to Junius Robert and Janie (Harding) Powell who predeceased him. Jerry leaves behind his loving wife and best friend of 38 years, Lynnel Reed-Powell, two cherished sons,...

Paul Normand Monty

Paul Normand Monty

Aug 10, 2023

Paul Normand Monty, 59, of Worcester, MA, formerly of New Bedford and Fairhaven, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his beloved family, after a period of declining health.

Paul was born in New Bedford, MA, on December 23, 1963, one of four children of the late Raymond Wilfred and Jacqueline Yvonne (Sirois) Monty. He was raised in Fairhaven and...

Donna Lee Giehrer Mcclarty

Donna Lee Giehrer Mcclarty

Aug 6, 2023

Donna Giehrer McClarty, born on August 6, 1958 in Norwalk CT to Frederick C. and Blanche Cromley Giehrer passed from this life on August 6, 2023 in Worcester MA after a long battle with COPD.  Donna attended Norwalk public schools and graduated from Norwalk High School in 1976.  She attended Katherine Gibbs School and was a Certified Paralegal who worked...

James “Jim” David Dwyer

James “Jim” David Dwyer

Aug 6, 2023

James David Dwyer (Jim) lost his battle with AML on Sunday August 6, 2023. He was predeceased by his parents George and Beverly Dwyer and his sister Karen and her husband Jerry Canada. He leaves behind 3 sons Steven Feliciano, Justin Dwyer and Shakria Pinto, and David Dwyer and Ariella Emmanuel , 2 granddaughters Skyler Jade Vega and Janylah Emery...

Willis E. Glidden, Sr.

Willis E. Glidden, Sr.

Jul 27, 2023

Willis E. Glidden Sr, 84, of Palmer, MA, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 27, 2023, at the Life Care Center of Wilbraham in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. Willis was born in Auburn, NH, on November 17, 1938, to Margaret Pauline Eaton and Elwin Raymond Glidden. One of seven children, he grew up on Eton Farm and had many fond memories with...

Sean Paul Czupryna

Sean Paul Czupryna

Jul 26, 2023

Sean Paul Czupryna, born August 31, 1983, passed away the morning of July 26, 2023 in the arms of his loved ones at his home in Brimfield.

Sean was truly a warrior and lived his life full of positivity! A childhood illness did not dampen his light nor his spirit. He made lifelong friends from every chapter of his life...

Karen M. Nelson

Karen M. Nelson

Jul 24, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Karen Nelson. Born on February 20, 1965, Karen left us all on July 24, 2023.

Karen is survived by her loving siblings, Jean (Nelson) Villa and her husband James, Edward Nelson and his wife Donna, and Wayne Nelson, who will forever cherish her memory. Her parents, Olive and Carl...

Contessa Maria Sierra-Young

Contessa Maria Sierra-Young

Jul 20, 2023

Contessa Maria Sierra-Young, 44, of Worcester, MA, passed away on Thursday, July 20, 2023, at UMass Medical Center University Campus, with her family by her side, after a brief illness. She leaves behind her beloved husband of over 14 years, Tarus L. Young, Sr.

In addition to her husband, she is also survived by her 3 children, Shamari Sheffield of...

Edgar Lynn

Edgar Lynn

Jul 18, 2023

Edgar Lynn, 62, of Worcester, MA, passed away unexpectedly at home, on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.

Edgar was born on August 17, 1960 in Guayama, Puerto Rico, a son of Carmen Cartagena and the late Jorge Lynn. He has resided in Worcester for over ten years and has also lived in Lawrence, Lowell, Fall River and New York throughout his...

Anthony Drake Madison

Anthony Drake Madison

Jul 13, 2023

Anthony Drake Madison, 57, of Worcester, MA, was called home to heaven, on Thursday, July, 13, 2023. 

Anthony was born in Worcester, MA, on August 30, 1965, a son of William Z. Madison and the late Juanita (Boykin) Madison. He was raised in Worcester, where he graduated from high school and resided for his entire life. 

Anthony was...

Carl Fredrick Macinnes

Carl Fredrick Macinnes

Jun 27, 2023

Carl Fredrick MacInnes, 67, of Palmer, MA, passed away on June 27, 2023 with his loving family by his side. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lisa Ann MacInnes.

Carl was born in Springfield, MA, on March 27,1956, a son of the late Alexander and Ruth (Kramer) MacInnes. He worked for many years and retired as a bus driver....

Phyllis Ann (Lambert) Wilson

Phyllis Ann (Lambert) Wilson

Jun 11, 2023

There are so many important things to learn when you’re a little boy that your parents can’t teach you. What’s the difference between frogs and toads, how far away is the moon? Such big important things to worry about, and you always took the time to help me find the answers. You taught me how to play cards and shoot...

Sandra “Sandy” Percie (Harris) Gordon

Sandra “Sandy” Percie (Harris) Gordon

May 31, 2023

On May 31, 2023, Sandra (Sandy) Percie Gordon, 85, passed away peacefully after suffering a cerebrovascular event a few weeks earlier.  She was born on the island of Manhattan, New York City, New York on October 27, 1937, and raised and educated in Greenfield, Massachusetts.  After graduating high school, she married and raised a family in Springfield, Massachusetts, where she...

Maria Esther Rios Cruz

Maria Esther Rios Cruz

May 31, 2023

Maria Esther Rios Cruz, 73, of Worcester, MA, passed away peacefully, on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, at UMass Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family, after a period of declining health. She leaves behind her beloved husband, Norberto Caez.

Maria was born in Rio Piedras, PR, on April 14, 1950, one of 5 children of the late Juana Cruz. She...

Nancy L. (Chase) Laroche

Nancy L. (Chase) Laroche

May 29, 2023

Nancy was born July 3, 1938, in Fitzwilliam, NH, daughter of the late Millard W. Chase Sr. and Winnifred C. (Anderson) Chase. She now rejoins her husband, James H. LaRoche, who passed away on August 14, 2013.

She was a long time resident of Templeton, MA. and more recently resided at GarWest in Gardner, MA, where she had many good...

Jose Figueroa, Sr.

Jose Figueroa, Sr.

May 28, 2023

Jose Figueroa Sr age 51, passed away at home on May 28,2023 surrounded by his loving wife Felicia Figueroa (Girouard) of Worcester MA. He leaves behind his 12 children, 7 grandchildren and his mother Carmela Centeno. He is predeceased by his father Gabriel Figueroa. Jose filled many hearts of nieces,nephews and friends with love.

Jose enjoyed being a helping in...

Irene A. (Bailey) St. George

Irene A. (Bailey) St. George

May 22, 2023

Irene A. (Bailey) St. George, 71, of Webster MA , passed away on May 22, 2023 at the Jewish Health Center of Worcester, MA after a courageous battle with kidney disease.

Irene was born on September 3, 1951, daughter of the late Constance M (Dessourdy) and Clarence E. Bailey in Southbridge MA.

Irene was predeceased by a son, Gregorio (23)...

Inigo Anton Vega

Inigo Anton Vega

May 20, 2023

Inigo Anton Vega, age 10, passed away on May 20, 2023 with his parents, Alfonso and Lyndell Vega, by his side at Boston Children’s Hospital. For the last 20 months of his life, Inigo battled a metastatic brain tumor with strength and courage. He was a bright light with a glimmer in his eye, with laughter and love for everyone...

Carlina Villegas

Carlina Villegas

May 18, 2023

Carlina Villegas, 56, of Boston, MA, passed away unexpectedly, on Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Brigham and Women’s hospital in Boston, surrounded by her beloved family, after a long period of declining health.

Carlina was born in Harlem, New York, on February 4, 1967, the oldest child of Pedro Jose and Mercedes (Torres) Villegas. She was raised in Worcester, MA...

Angel Custodio Rivera Berrios

Angel Custodio Rivera Berrios

May 15, 2023

Angel Custodio Rivera Berrios, 83, of Fitchburg, MA, passed away peacefully, on Monday, May 15, 2023, at Heywood Hospital in Gardner, surrounded by his loving family, after a period of declining health. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Sonia Delgado De Rivera.

In addition to his wife, Angel is also survived by his 4 children, Denise Rivera Delgado of Atlanta,...

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