Barbara M. Morrow

Barbara M. (Masterson) Morrow, 81 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 22, 2017 at St. Vincent’s Hospital with her family gathered around her. Barbara is survived by her beloved husband of 43 years, Forrest W. Morrow, Jr.; her three sons, Roger Lavallee and his longtime companion Susan Brown of Charlton, Ronald Lavallee of Cherry Valley and Robert Lavallee of Worcester; three daughters, Elaine Manzi-Simonelli of Worcester, Diane Esper and her husband Edward of Shrewsbury and Laura Jean-Peters and her husband Steven of North Carolina; a step-son, Forrest W. Morrow, III of California; two sisters, Rita Beaudry of Paxton and Patricia Swett of Worcester; ten grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.  Barbara is predeceased by two daughters, Lee-Ann Milus and Michelle Boisclair; three step-brothers, Eugene, Joseph and Raymond Ethier and a step-sister, Doris Beaudry. Barbara was born in Worcester, a daughter to the late William F. and Mary (White) Masterson where she was a graduate of Holy Name Central Catholic High School.  She worked for over 40 years as a nurse’s aide and a personal care attendant.  She was a member of St. Peter’s Church and loved her big family. Barbara’s Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, November 28, 2017 at 10:30 am in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester.  Burial will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery, Worcester.  A period of calling hours will be held on Monday, November 27th from 4-7 pm in the funeral home.  Flowers are welcome.