Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA

Richard J Muello

Richard J Muello

April 2, 2025

An obituary is being prepared and will appear soon. 

Richard J Orabone, Jr.

Richard J Orabone, Jr.

April 13, 2025

that we announce the passing of Richard J. Orabone, Jr. 58, of Worcester on Sunday, April 13, 2025, after a period of health challenges. Richard is welcomed in heaven into the arms of his father Richard J. Orabone, Sr..  (A complete obituary is being prepared and will appear soon.) 

Kevin David Morse

Kevin David Morse

April 13, 2025

It is with a heavy heart we announce the sudden passing of Kevin David Morse, 84, of Worcester, on Sunday, April 13, 2025, in Worcester, surrounded by loved ones.

Kevin is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Donna (Scott) Morse of Worcester; his loving daughters from his previous marriage to Judy (Clifford) Morse, Michelle Morse and her friend Edguardo...

Ronald Carl Anderson

Ronald Carl Anderson

April 12, 2025

Ronald Carl Anderson, 82, of Worcester, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 12, 2025.

Ronald is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Elizabeth “Betty” (Sima) Anderson; his loving children, Kenneth Anderson and his wife Michelle, and Karen Wilder; his adored grandchildren, Victoria and Nathan Wilder; and his caring sister Jant Kaszewski. He...

George D. Lukes

George D. Lukes

April 6, 2025

George Douglas Lukes, devoted husband, son, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully, Sunday, April 6, 2025, surrounded by the family he loved.

George is survived by his loving wife, Deborah DiPilato Lukes, George was born in Worcester, the son of Albanian/Greek immigrants, he leaves his mother, Katherine (Pagios) Lukes of Auburn; three sisters, Debbie Horgan wife of the late Steven Horgan...

Lisa (Lariviere) Perreault

Lisa (Lariviere) Perreault

March 31, 2025

Lisa Jean (Lariviere) Perreault, 64, a devoted mother and friend, passed away with loved ones gathered at her side, Monday, March 31, 2025. 

Lisa was born on September 11, 1960, the daughter of Carol (Faxon) Lariviere-Tremblay and the late Russell Lariviere. Raised in Southbridge, she graduated from Tantasqua High school and married Brian Perreault. They began a life of raising their...

Maria D. (Cimini) Gallucci

Maria D. (Cimini) Gallucci

April 11, 2025

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Maria D. (Cimini) Gallucci, 79, of Grafton, on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Worcester, Massachusetts.

Maria is survived by her loving daughters, Lydia Capuano of Boston, MA and Diana Byron of Putnam, CT; her adored grandchildren, Alexandra, Julia and Sophia; her cherished sister, Christina (Cimini) Morgione of Highlands Ranch,...

Antonio J. Mattero

Antonio J. Mattero

April 10, 2025

Antonio J. Mattero 84, of Shrewsbury, loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 10, 2025, with his family by his side.

Antonio was born in Italy, one of ten children to the late Pasquale Mattero and Angelina (Bosco) Mattero. He came to America in 1956 at the age of 15 and became a proud American citizen in...

Gerald "Jerry" J. Ryan

Gerald "Jerry" J. Ryan

April 9, 2025

Gerald J. “Jerry” Ryan passed away at the age of 101 at Saint Francis Nursing Center on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. He was born on September 21,1923 to Frederick and Albertina (Carney) Ryan in Worcester, MA and became a resident of Shrewsbury in1943 where he remained for 81 years.

He is survived by his children Geraldine Bergeron and husband Arthur of...

Grace C. Feeley

Grace C. Feeley

April 7, 2025

Grace C. (Tarallo) Feeley, 96 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 7, 2025 at home surrounded by her loving family.

Grace was born in Worcester, a daughter of the late Antonio and Josephine (Bianco) Tarallo. She was a graduate of Commerce High School and has resided in Worcester all her life. Grace started her career working in the office...

Mary Margaret Snow

Mary Margaret Snow

April 5, 2025

Mary Margret (Meriano) Snow 103, of Boylston MA passed away on Saturday April 5, 2025, at Sunrise Assisted Living in Leominster MA. She was predeceased by her husband Lawrence Snow. She was also predeceased by brothers Henry, Orazio and Albert Meriano and sisters Philomena Shelby, Yolanda Meriano, Ellen Payne, and Josephine Turner. She was born in Worcester MA, the daughter...

Mary Ann Shakour

Mary Ann Shakour

April 5, 2025

Mary Ann “Micki” (Kuzmicki) Shakour, age 86, of Worcester, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 5, 2025, surrounded by her loving and devoted family.

Born in Leicester, Micki was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary T. (Toloczko) Kuzmicki. A graduate of Leicester High School, she lived an adventurous life, including a memorable period in Venezuela where she...

Robert W. Card

Robert W. Card

April 3, 2025

Robert W. "Bob" Card, 69, of Worcester, passed away on Thursday, April 3, 2025, in the comfort of his home.

Robert is survived by his daughter, Mandi-Lee Caporelli and her husband Eric, and their son, his “best friend” and grandson, Jacob Caporelli; a sister, Deborah Card; four brothers, Eugene Card Jr., Kevin Card, David Card, and Gary Card; nieces, nephews, and...

Daisyane Vazquez

Daisyane Vazquez

April 1, 2025

Daisyane Vazquez, 36, of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2025.

Daisyane was born in Manati, Puerto Rico, and grew up in Worcester, where she attended Doherty High School. She was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and friend, known for her love of life, her creativity, and her passion for helping others.

She is survived by her two children, Luzcia Rose...

Walter J. Moquin

Walter J. Moquin

March 30, 2025

Walter J. Moquin, 88, of Millbury, passed away peacefully in Worcester surrounded by his family on Sunday, March 30, 2025. He was the beloved husband of 61 years to the late Elsie M. (Gremo) Moquin, and dedicated father to the late Paula A. Ward of Millbury.

Sadly, in addition to the love of his life, and his daughter; Walter was predeceased...

Sister Teresa Carchidi, MPV

Sister Teresa Carchidi, MPV

March 30, 2025

Sister Teresa Rose Carchidi, MPV, 99 of Worcester passed away peacefully, Sunday, March 30, 2025. Sister Teresa dedicated over 60 years to religious life as a Venerini Sister.

She was born on August 3, 1925, in Newark, New Jersey, the daughter of Dominic and Teresina (Verano) Carchidi, who immigrated from the Southern region of Calabria, Italy. The 13th of 15 children,...

Joseph M. Fournier

Joseph M. Fournier

March 29, 2025

Joseph M. Fournier, 76, of Paxton, retired Lieutenant of the Worcester Fire Department, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 29, 2025 at River Terrace Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Lancaster.

Joseph was born in Worcester, a son of the late Francis J. and Antoinette (Evangelista) Fournier. He graduated from North High School, Class of 1967 and later attended Quinsigamond Community College...

Phyllis (Myers) Buck

Phyllis (Myers) Buck

March 24, 2025

Phyllis M. (Myers) Buck, 74, of Worcester, a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on Monday, March 24th, after a brief illness.

Born in Boston to Philip and Agnes (Shine) Myers, Phyllis grew up in Watertown before eventually settling in Shrewsbury, where she raised her children and became a cherished part of the community. She dedicated over 30 years to...

Anthony Festa

Anthony Festa

March 24, 2025

Anthony Festa, 85, a long-time resident of Atlanta Street in Worcester, passed away on Monday, March 24, 2025, at UMass Hospital in Worcester. His wife, Prudence (Bassan) Festa, predeceased him in August 2022.

Anthony is survived by his two devoted sons, Michael Festa and his husband Todd of Worcester and Richard Festa and his wife Kimberly of Auburn and; two grandsons,...

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