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Margaret Morais
Apr 14, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that our family announces the passing of Margaret “Peggy” Morais, 80, who died peacefully in her sleep on April 14, 2025. She resided most of her life in Cambridge and was well known and loved in that community.
She leaves behind her loving daughters, Karen Hartshorn and her partner Sid, Sharon Silva and her husband Joe,...
Bruce P. Bousquet
Apr 12, 2025
Princeton – Bruce P. Bousquet, 76, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at UMass Memorial Healthcare – Memorial Campus in Worcester. Born and raised in Worcester, he was the beloved son of the late Paul C. and Phyllis (Nadeau) Bousquet.
A true believer in duty to country, Bruce enlisted in the United States Marine Corps at the young age...
Robert L. Fisher
Apr 12, 2025
WORCESTER - Robert “Bobby” Fisher, 67, of Worcester, passed away on Saturday, April 12, 2025, after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Born and raised in Worcester, Bobby was the son of the late Attorney Lawrence H. “Larry” Fisher and Doris M. “Dolly” (Levine) Fisher. He was born on June 17, 1957, and graduated from Worcester Academy with the Class of...
Sophie George
Apr 10, 2025
WORCESTER – Sophie George, age 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10th, at Lutheran Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center in Worcester. Born in Bradford, PA, she was the daughter of the late Peter and Angelina (John) George. After graduating from high school in Bradford, PA, at just 19 years old, she told her mother she was moving to Worcester...
Richard A. Osterfield
Apr 8, 2025
Richard A. Osterfield of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly in his home on April 8, 2025.
He is the son of the late Arthur and Amy (Burgess) Osterfield. He is survived by his nephews, William Osterfield and his wife Kristina, and Christopher Osterfield. He also leaves behind many beloved friends of the Trinity Lutheran Church, where he found companionship and comfort while...
James E. Swenson
Apr 6, 2025
Holden – James E. Swenson, 64, died peacefully at home on Sunday, April 6, 2025. He was born in Skowhegan, Maine. Son of E. Alfred and Nancy (Kempster) Swenson, he lived in many states over the course of his lifetime. The family moved from Bellows Falls, Vermont, to Watertown, CT, in 1966, then to Bethlehem, PA in 1974, and finally...
Dorothy L. Laprade
Apr 6, 2025
HOLDEN - Dorothy L. LaPrade, 91, of Holden, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 6, 2025, in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family. She is now reunited with her cherished husband, Roland A. LaPrade, who passed two weeks ago on March 23, 2025. Born on March 22, 1934, in Worcester to the late Marionis and Antoniette...
Gail (Tunstall) Brazeau
Apr 5, 2025
WEST BOYLSTON - Gail A. (Tunstall) Brazeau, 88, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 5, 2025, with her loving family by her side. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of James and Estelle (LeBoeuf) Tunstall and lived most of her life in West Boylston. Her husband of 53 years, Paul J. Brazeau died in 2009. She will...
Jeffrey Knowles Richards
Apr 3, 2025
PAXTON - Jeffrey K. Richards, 68, of Paxton, passed away on April 3, 2025, at UMass Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. Born on February 22, 1957, in Worcester, Jeff was the son of the late Gordon and Elizabeth (Lawler) Richards. He grew up locally and was a 1975 graduate of Wachusett Regional High School. Throughout his career, Jeff...
Linette Sue Kelley
Apr 3, 2025
WORCESTER - Linette S. Kelley, 81, of Worcester, MA, passed away on April 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at the Jewish Healthcare Center. She was born on June 25, 1943, in Yale, Michigan, to the late Russell E. and Zelma Orlaine (DeVries) Sutton. Linette grew up in Holly, Michigan and was a graduate of Adelphian Academy in Holly...
Robert Hill Newman
Apr 2, 2025
MAYNARD – Robert Hill Newman, age 73, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, at Mt. Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, with the love of his family surrounding him in spirit. Born in Mt. Vernon, NY, Bob was the son of Donald and Rhoda (Rosenthal) Newman. After earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from Worcester Polytechnic Institute Bob...
Edna Estey Haines
Apr 1, 2025
PRINCETON - Edna Estey Haines, 90, of Princeton, Massachusetts, died Tuesday afternoon, April 1, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Holden, MA on November 23, 1934 to Allan John Estey Sr. and Daisy (Smith) Estey. Edna graduated from Holden High School, class of 1952. "Eddie" was active in her church and many clubs in school, Public...
Donna Marie Nathan
Apr 1, 2025
HOLDEN - On April 1, 2025, Donna Marie Nathan, of Holden passed away peacefully in her home with her family by her side at the age of 66. Donna will be missed dearly by her husband of 41 years, Brian, her son Christopher and his wife Adrianna, her son Michael and his partner Mackenzie, and her three grandsons Dario, Aurelio,...
Laurie A. (Demarco) Colorio
Apr 1, 2025
West Boylston – Laurie A. (DeMarco) Colorio, 67, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Mario and Raffaela (Lapriore) DeMarco. Laurie graduated from the former Marion High School with the class of 1975. She attended Salter Secretarial School and had a passion for exploring her spirituality. She will be lovingly...
William J. Powers Iii
Mar 31, 2025
HOLDEN – William “Bill” J. Powers III, 69, of Holden, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on March 31, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Bill was born on March 2, 1956, in Worcester, the son of the late William J. and Margaret A. (Coomey) Powers. Raised in Worcester, Bill attended local schools and was a proud graduate...
Daniel P. Gonzalez
Mar 31, 2025
Daniel "Danny" P. Gonzalez, 55, of Lunenburg, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Stephanie (Hubacheck) Gonzalez, with whom he shared 29 beautiful years of marriage. Born in Cambridge to the late Manuel "Manny" and Helen "Fern" (Lewis) Gonzalez, Danny was raised with a strong sense of family and love. While living in Cambridge,...
Paul A. Kozlowski
Mar 30, 2025
Paul A. Kozlowski, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by the loving embrace of his family on March 30, 2025. Born on September 19, 1954, to the late Edward and Arlene Kozlowski, Paul grew up in Holyoke, MA. He graduated from Holyoke High School and went on to earn a degree in Civil...
June E. Rybicki
Mar 30, 2025
Worcester / Arcadia, CA — June E. (Nichols) Rybicki, 98, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Born in Upton, June was the cherished daughter of the late George and Grace E. (Austin) Nichols. A proud graduate of Upton High School, she was the last surviving member of the Class of 1953. She continued her education at...
Saul Shelton
Mar 30, 2025
The Graveside Funeral Service for Saul Shelton will be available for live streaming (and after) beginning at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 via the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25031456773031 . STERLING, MA - Saul (Schlitten) Shelton passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025. He leaves behind his daughter Amy Lembo and husband, Pat; as well as his other daughter, Deborah...
Phillips Christopherson
Mar 28, 2025
Phillips Christopherson, 94, of Sterling, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025. He is the loving wife of Barbara (Forsberg) Christopherson. He is the beloved father of Colin Christopherson of Somerville, and the late Scott Christopherson. There will be no services at this time. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Miles-Sterling Funeral Home & Tribute Center. To leave a condolence...
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