Obituaries

Recent Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas

Albert Richard Wills

Albert Richard Wills

Apr 5, 2024

Turners Falls, Albert R Wills of Fairway Ave passed away April 5th, 2024, at Charlene Manor Extended Care Facility in Greenfield.He was born April 19th, 1938, in Pelham Massachusetts the son of the late Richard Wills and Rosemond (Burrows) Wills of Pelham. He is pre-deceased by his wife Jeanne Wills, and leaves behind a daughter Tammy Aiken and husband John...

Greg R. Anderson

Greg R. Anderson

Apr 4, 2024

Greg Richard Anderson, a loving husband, father, brother, and proud military veteran, passed away peacefully at his home on April 4, 2024. He was born on April 24, 1957, in Worcester, MA.Greg graduated from Oxford High School and went on to serve his country with honor in the United States Army. His dedication and commitment to his military service were...

Jane Marie Simmarano

Jane Marie Simmarano

Apr 3, 2024

Jane Marie Simmarano (nee Noponen), fondly known as Queen Marie of the s### wagon, passed away on April 3, 2024, in Worcester, MA, at the age of 87. She was born on August 17, 1936, in New York, NY, to the late Henry and Saima Noponen.Jane was a smart, funny, and educated woman who had a passion for traveling the...

Sandy “Cufa” Ortiz Ramos

Sandy “Cufa” Ortiz Ramos

Apr 1, 2024

Sandy “Cufa” Ortiz Ramos, nació en Canóvanas, PR el 12 de Noviembre de 1965. Le preceden sus padres Santiago Ortiz y Elizabeth Ramos, sus hermanos René, Liz, Enrique, Marta, Alex y Suanny. Deja 5 hermanos Helen, Santiago, Giovani, Benito & Yaimary. 



Sandy creció en el barrio San Isidro de Canóvanas. Se mudó para el estado de Virginia en el año 1991,...

Francisco Loretto Arzola

Francisco Loretto Arzola

Mar 29, 2024

Obituary for Francisco Loretto Arzola:Francisco Loretto Arzola, affectionately known as "Fran," passed away on March 29, 2024. He was born on December 5, 1971. Fran worked tirelessly as a heavy equipment operator for over 20 years, showcasing his dedication and strong work ethic.His lively personality was a beacon of light to all who knew him. Described as genuine and fun...

D. Christoph Malvaney

D. Christoph Malvaney

Mar 25, 2024

After a life of particular adventure not to be repeated, David Christoph Malvaney left this earth to carouse the afterlife bearing the notorious reputation earned while here. This reputation will undoubtedly serve him well in Valhalla.Christoph passed swiftly and easily on March 25, 2024 at the age of 60 into the next realm after a 16 year health struggle. 

Originally from...

Stephen Joseph Boucher

Stephen Joseph Boucher

Mar 22, 2024

Stephen Joseph Boucher, a dedicated machine fabricator known for his unwavering work ethic and devotion to his family, passed away in Dudley, Ma. Stephen was born in Fort Campbell, Kentucky, in 1952. He served in the Army for 8 years, showcasing his commitment to his country.

Stephen’s true joy in life came from spending time with his beloved family. He...

Dr. Thomas A. Barry, Phd.

Dr. Thomas A. Barry, Phd.

Mar 12, 2024

Dr. Thomas A. Barry, PhD. (87)

Worcester/Westborough – Dr. Tom Barry, 87, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by his wife and family on March 12 ,2024.   He was born in Worcester, June 15, 1936, the son of Thomas F. Barry and Blanche (Erickson) Barry.  He was raised in Worcester, primarily by his mother Blanche and his grandmother, Florence Erickson.  He...

Joan M. LeBeau Hayes

Joan M. LeBeau Hayes

Mar 11, 2024

Joan M. LeBeau Hayes, a beloved soul who graced this world with her kindness and warmth, transitioned peacefully at the U-Mass Memorial Medical Center Worcester Ma. Joan was number seven of nine children born in Boston on June 28, 1941, to Thomas E. and Grace H. LeBeau of Boston Ma. In her early years, Joan had a loving and devoted...

Alan Myles Becker

Alan Myles Becker

Mar 10, 2024

Alan Myles Becker, 93, died at home in Framingham, Massachusetts on the morning of March 10, 2024. He lived his first 91 years within a twenty-mile radius of Philadelphia. A lifelong fan of his hometown teams, Alan was looking forward to watching the Phillies and the Sixers in their Sunday matchups on the day he died.

 

The youngest of three, Alan...

Terrie F. (Jones) Bevins

Terrie F. (Jones) Bevins

Mar 7, 2024

I am heartbroken to announce the death of my amazing mother, Terrie Bevins, an enthusiastic lover of life. She passed away peacefully at age 84 surrounded by loved ones. My mom was a brilliant political activist and proud liberal. While many people grow more conservative with age, she became more unabashedly progressive. A one time President of the League of...

Massimo Antonio Ulisse

Massimo Antonio Ulisse

Mar 7, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce that Massimo Antonio Ulisse, 77, of Grafton, MA, passed away on March 7, 2024 at home surrounded by his wife and children after a courageous battle with cancer. 

Massimo was born in Rome, Italy on October 23rd, 1946 to the late Cesare and Paola Ulisse. He grew up in Rome and...

Donald Peter Wright

Donald Peter Wright

Mar 6, 2024

Donald Peter Wright, a devoted husband, loving father, and proud grandfather, has passed away at the age of 62 in Leominster. Born in Jersey City, New Jersey, Don led a remarkable life filled with hard work, laughter, and profound love for his family.

Don’s career as a truck driver spanned over two decades at A&E Distributors, where he dedicated his...

Paula Frances Nichols

Paula Frances Nichols

Mar 3, 2024

Paula Frances Nichols, beloved wife, mother stepmother, sister, and friend, passed away on March 3, 2024, at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, MA. She was surrounded by her cherished family as she peacefully departed this world. Paula was born on September 30, 1960, in Worcester, MA, to the proud parents Richard E. Wood and Hedwig V. (Dziewictin) Wood. She graduated...

Richard Leoni

Richard Leoni

Mar 1, 2024

Richard Leoni, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected member of the construction industry, passed away peacefully at his home in Holden, MA on March 1st, 2024. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Richard’s journey began on August 19, 1930.

Throughout his life, Richard accomplished many remarkable feats. He proudly served in the Korean War as a Navy veteran from August 11,...

Sandra A. Schneider

Sandra A. Schneider

Feb 26, 2024

Sandra A. Schneider,  85, passed peacefully surrounded by her loving family.  She will be remembered by her children daughter;  Susan Mondino, sons Mitchell and wife Tara Mondino, Ronald Mondino, Kevin and wife Eileen Mondino, and Francis Arzola as well as 22 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren, and her current husband Sheldon Schneider of Wisconsin. She was predeceased by...

Kenneth “Ken” Moccia

Kenneth “Ken” Moccia

Feb 22, 2024

Kenneth “Ken”  Moccia, born in Worcester, MA on September 16, 1976, passed away unexpectedly at Saint Vincent Hospital. Ken’s life was one marked by dedication and skill, having worked as a carpenter and painter. He was raised in both Worcester and Shrewsbury and proudly graduated from Shrewsbury High School.

Ken was a man of many passions; he adored the outdoors,...

Joanne C Renault

Joanne C Renault

Feb 18, 2024

JoAnne C Renault, 69, of Dustin Street Spencer passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, February 18,2024 after an extended period of declining health. Born on December 19,1954 in Whitinsville MA, she was predeceased by her parents Joseph M Renault and Cecile T Renault as well as her sister Linda A Renault.

She leaves behind her sister Kathleen...