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Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas

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....

Thomas J. Lamson

Thomas J. Lamson

Aug 1, 2024

Thomas J. Lamson, affectionately known as Tom, was born on January 3, 1965, in Milford, MA. He passed away on August 1, 2024, in Worcester, MA, leaving behind a legacy of compassion, kindness, and strength that touched everyone who had the fortune of knowing him.

Tom spent his early career as a steelworker for Lista before transitioning to the field of...

Richard Loring Marden

Richard Loring Marden

Aug 1, 2024

Richard Loring Marden, known to his loved ones as Rick, peacefully passed away on August 1 2024, at Quabbin Valley Healthcare due to complications after a stroke. He was born on September 22, 1953, in Salem, MA.

Rick dedicated his career to the airline industry, where he worked tirelessly and made significant contributions. His work ethic and passion for aviation left...

Maria Regalada Diaz

Maria Regalada Diaz

Jul 31, 2024

Maria Regalada Diaz, passed peacefully into the Kingdom of Heaven surrounded by her family after a long battle with dementia. She was predeceased by her son Joseph Angel, mother, Evarista Diaz, father, Cirilo Diaz, brothers, Angel and Rene, her beloved Godson, Angel L Diaz, and many other family and friends. 

Maria leaves behind her sister Martha (Diaz) Dufresne and spouse Richard...

Roger Johnson

Roger Johnson

Jul 23, 2024

Roger Johnson aged 81, died July 23 2024 at UMass Medical Health Center in Worcester after a brief illness. He is survived by his sons Roger Johnson, Bryant Johnson, Orlando Colon, and his daughters Tuwanda Johnson, Audrey Hampton was also father figure to Jovanna Morales, Vilma Morales, Carlos Rivera and Jorge Ramos. He was preceded in passing by his former...

Elizabeth Marie Wojcek

Elizabeth Marie Wojcek

Jul 22, 2024

Elizabeth (LaDuke) Wojcek passed away on July 22, 2024 after a long illness. She was a longtime resident of Chicopee, Mass. A graduate of Chicopee high school 1972. She was a longtime member of St. Patrick’s Church in Chicopee.

Marlene Alena Blair

Marlene Alena Blair

Jul 19, 2024

I am truly sorry for your loss. May Marlene Alena Blair(Farmer) rest in peace.

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Marlene Alena Blair(Farmer), affectionately known as MAR, was born on June 18, 1955, in Holyoke, Massachusetts. She was a loving, caring, honest, strict, hardworking, passionate survivor, teacher, and mother who touched the lives of many.

Marlene dedicated herself to raising her 5 children,familyandwork. She attended Holyoke Community College....

John William Fitzpatrick (Fitzy)

John William Fitzpatrick (Fitzy)

Jul 17, 2024

John W. Fitzpatrick, (Fitzy) aged 65, passed away on Wednesday, July 17th, 2024 surrounded by those he considered family.  He was born on May 11th, 1959, in Marlborough, MA to his loving parents John Joseph Fitzpatrick and Evelyn Margaret Coady Fitzpatrick. John was a graduate of Assabet Technical High School in Marlborough, MA, where he excelled in appliance maintenance and...

Yaritza Enid Barreto Martinez

Yaritza Enid Barreto Martinez

Jul 15, 2024

In Loving Memory of Yaritza Enid Barreto Martinez

Yaritza Enid Barreto Martinez, a radiant soul with a beautiful smile and infectious laugh, passed on July 15, 2024 in Worcester, Massachusetts. She was born on June 28, 1981, in the vibrant land of Puerto Rico.

Yaritza will be remembered for her joyful spirit and her love for music. Those who knew her best...

Mathew R. LeBlanc

Mathew R. LeBlanc

Jul 11, 2024

Mathew LeBlanc, 62, of Gardner MA passed unexpectedly on July 11th, 2024.

He was born in Lynn, MA in 1961 to the late Ann and Robert LeBlanc. He was raised in Peabody MA and graduated from Peabody High School.

Mathew was preceded in death by John 'Jay' LeBlanc and Mark LeBlanc and is survived by his children Shaun LeBlanc, Corey LeBlanc, and...

Ann Mulrooney

Ann Mulrooney

Jul 11, 2024

Ann "Annie" Mulrooney (née Henrick) passed away on July 11, 2024, at the age of 82, at her daughter's home in Rutland, MA. She was born on May 23, 1942, in Lawrence, MA. Ann was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Her Faith was a guiding light throughout her life and she believed in being an...

Walter Gonzalez Cruz

Walter Gonzalez Cruz

Jul 9, 2024

Walter Gonzalez Cruz, passed away on July 9, 2024, in Worcester, MA at Saint Vincent Hospital. 

Walter was born on August 25, 1951, in San Juan, Puerto Rico a son of the late Eladio Gonzalez and Maria Cruz. He was raised in Puerto Rico, where he attended school. He later moved to Worcester in 1985 and dedicated many years to working...

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