Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas

Faith A. Gallant

Faith A. Gallant

Sep 9, 2024

Faith Ann (Warchol) Gallant passed away peacefully at home, after a long illness on September 9, 2024, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was born in Gardner, MA on April 11, 1950.

Faith is survived by her daughter, Allison Gallant-Lake, who has been by her side throughout this long journey. She also leaves behind her very special grandson,  Frederick...

Leonard C Beard, Jr

Leonard C Beard, Jr

Sep 9, 2024

Leonard C., Jr., fondly known as Len or Lenny, passed away peacefully on September 9 2024, in Spencer, Massachusetts, surrounded by his loving family. Born on June 26, 1952, in, Massachusetts, Len lived a life marked by devotion to his family, an unwavering faith, and a passion for history.

Len was a dedicated machinist, having served at Worcester Controls and Lowell...

Shelley Ann Higgins (Lucci)

Shelley Ann Higgins (Lucci)

Sep 8, 2024

Shelley Ann Higgins, beloved mother, grandmother, and cherished friend, was born on October 7, 1958, in Leominster. Shelley's journey on this earth came to a gentle close on September 8, 2024, in Fitchburg, a place where she poured so much love and warmth into the lives of those around her.

With a personality radiated kindness and compassion, Shelley was the quintessential...

Marilynn Orr Davis

Marilynn Orr Davis

Sep 2, 2024

Marilynn Orr Davis, a beacon of kindness and love, left this world on September 2, 2024, in Worcester, Massachusetts, at the home of her beloved daughter, granddaughter and great gandson, surrounded by her cherished family and friends. Born on November 18, 1944, in Worcester, Marilynn's life was dedicated to caring for others, an endeavor that brought her immense joy and...

Pauline Germaine Beaule

Pauline Germaine Beaule

Sep 1, 2024

Pauline Germaine Beaule, a beloved mother, grandmother, great grandmother and devoted friend, peacefully passed away on September 1, 2024, in Wales, Massachusetts, surrounded by her loving family. Born on March 2, 1939, in Lewiston, Maine, Pauline in her younger years liked to play piano, sing along while playing her guitar.  Through the influence and instruction of her grandmother, Pauline became...

Nicole Lynn Morales

Nicole Lynn Morales

Aug 24, 2024

Nicole Lynn Morales, lovingly known as Nikki, graced the world from February 3, 1975, until her untimely departure on August 24, 2024. Born in Burlington, Vermont, Nikki entered this world with a selfless heart and a spirit filled with kindness, attributes that would define her life.

Nikki's spirit remained strong, reflecting her deep love for her family and her desire to...

Ernest Stuart Chapman

Ernest Stuart Chapman

Aug 23, 2024

Ernest Stuart Chapman, affectionately known as "Stu," was born January 19, 1967, in Waltham, Massachusetts. He departed this life on August 23, 2024 at his home in Spencer, Massachusetts, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Stu was a devoted family man, cherished by his spouse, Roseline, and his beloved daughter, Samantha Chapman, along with her fiancé John Tebo. He was also...

Michele Denise Bourassa

Michele Denise Bourassa

Aug 22, 2024

Michele Denise Bourassa, a beloved member of the community, passed away on August 22, 2024 at the age of 68. Born on November 3, 1955, in Worcester, Massachusetts she dedicated many years of her life to working in steel mill, contributing tirelessly to her profession.

Michele's education journey concluded at the eighth grade, but her thirst for knowledge and experience never...

Daniel Anthony Stearns

Daniel Anthony Stearns

Aug 21, 2024

Daniel Anthony Stearns, aged 60, passed peacefully at his sister’s home in Worcester surrounded by those who loved him on August 21, 2024 after a short battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of music, love and cherished memories.

Dan grew up in Northborough, MA he loved nature, art and music. Dan was a gifted guitarist and composer, Dan found joy...

Marie G Erickson

Marie G Erickson

Aug 20, 2024

Marie Gemma Erickson, born on November 17, 1945, in Springfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024, in Hampden, Massachusetts. A beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother,'s  whose presence was a cherished gift to all who knew her.

Full of warmth and kindness, Marie dedicated her life to her family. Daughter of the late Albert and Marion Sheldon. She leaves behind...

Jane E. Buchanan

Jane E. Buchanan

Aug 16, 2024

Jane E. Buchanan, born on January 30, 1949 in Fitchburg, Massachusetts, departed this life peacefully at home on August 16, 2024. She leaves behind a legacy of love, warmth, and memories that will forever resonate in the hearts of her family and friends.

As a devoted homemaker And a member of Ashburham Lutheran Church, Jane dedicated her life to creating a...

Kathleen A Klunk

Kathleen A Klunk

Aug 16, 2024

Kathleen A. Klunk, affectionately known as Kathy, passed away on August 16, 2024 at the age of 77, in West Boylston, Massachusetts, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Born on November 26, 1946 in Worcester, MA, Kathy embodied a spirit of compassion and dedication that left an indelible mark on the lives she touched.

Kathy dedicated her career...

Judith Evelyn Watson

Judith Evelyn Watson

Aug 15, 2024

Judith Evelyn Watson, affectionately known as Judy, left this world on August 15, 2024, at home, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on December 1, 1944, in Quincy, MA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Pauline and James Sweeney. Judy's memory will forever remain alive in the hearts of those who loved her dearly, especially as...

Glenn Dionne

Glenn Dionne

Aug 13, 2024

Glenn E. Dionne, 59, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly on August 13,2024 at Harrington Hospital in Southbridge, MA. Born in Worcester on September, 24,1964, Glenn was a lifelong resident of the area. He was a loving father, brother, uncle, son, and friend.

 

He was a jack of all trades, and worked at D’Errico’s Market as a butcher for many years.

 

He...

Michelle Jolliemore

Michelle Jolliemore

Aug 12, 2024

Michelle Jolliemore, a beacon of love and compassion, passed suddenly on August 12, 2024, in Fitchburg, MA, at the age of 64. Born on October 7, 1959, in Boston, MA, she dedicated her life to caring for others, embodying a spirit of generosity that knew no bounds. Michelle's loving nature extended to all in need, whether they walked on two...

Patricia Lillian McDaniel

Patricia Lillian McDaniel

Aug 9, 2024

Worcester 

Patricia L McDaniel, 72,  passed away on August 9th at Worcester Rehabilitation Center after a long time illness. Patricia is survived by her son Richard McDaniel of Worcester, two grandchildren Richard Miller and Liri McDaniel both of Worcester, a sister Florence Henry of Northborough a brother Calvin McDaniel of Halfway MO and many nieces and nephews. 

Patricia was born in Brooklyn...

Howard Theodore Reynolds, Sr.

Howard Theodore Reynolds, Sr.

Aug 6, 2024

Howard Theodore Reynolds-60

Manchaug Ma- Howard (Howie) Theodore Reynolds, 60, passed away after an illness on August 6th 2024. Howie was born in Webster Ma on September 21st 1963. He leaves two sons Howard Theodore Reynolds II and his wife Jill of Southbridge Ma and Tyler Leon Reynolds of Holland Ma. He also leaves his two sisters Marla Shellbach of Manchaug...

Emilia Maldonado Otero

Emilia Maldonado Otero

Aug 4, 2024

Emilia Maldonado Otero, 75, of Worcester, passed away on Sunday, August 4, 2024 surrounded by family.

She is predeceased by her grandson Alejandro Olivencia who passed in 2017. She is survived by her two sons; Roque Ramos and Henry Ramos, a daughter; Elizabeth Rosado, six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. 

Emilia was well known among family, friends and coworkers as a kind...

Luis Angel Sabater

Luis Angel Sabater

Aug 3, 2024

Luis Angel Sabater, 52, of Worcester, MA, passed away on August 3, 2024, in Worcester, MA. He was born on March 6, 1972, in Chicago, IL, a son of Maria Rivera and the late, Manuel "Junior" Sabater. He was raised in Ponce PR.

Luis had a passion for sports, particularly boxing and basketball, which brought him joy throughout his life. His...

Robert Rodrigues

Robert Rodrigues

Aug 2, 2024

Robert Rodrigues

1949-2024

HOLLAND – Ludlow native Robert Rodrigues, 74, passed away Friday, Aug. 2, after a short illness. Born in Ludlow on Sept. 26, 1949, Bobby was the son of Jesse and Helen Rodrigues, both of Ludlow. A graduate of Ludlow High School in 1967, he joined the U.S. Army Reserves, serving in the Infantry from 1968-1975. After leaving the U.S....