Jo Ann M. (Morin) Macha

With love and reflection, we share that Jo Ann M. (Morin) Macha has been called home to the Lord and is now at peace. She passed on Saturday, February 1, 2025, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester after a brief illness, with her daughters by her side.

Jo Ann lived life in her own unique way - bold, independent, and with a free spirit. She found joy in music, dancing, and the beach, embracing the beauty of God’s creation in the rhythm of the waves, the warmth of the sun, and the melody of a favorite song. When she wasn't dancing, singing or enjoying the beach she could be found playing a fierce game of Scrabble, which she never, ever lost. 

She is survived by her loving children, Tammy Frates and her husband Brian Frates of Worcester, Kimberly Golinski and her partner Brian Allenberg of Warren, and Leah Leclair of Worcester, along with her treasured granddaughter, Mikhaila Golinski. She also leaves behind her brother, John Morin and his wife Robin of Columbia, CT, and many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. She is now reunited in God’s eternal embrace with her parents, Joseph and Jeannette (Dubuc) Morin, as well as her beloved sister, Suzanne (Morin) Fairbanks, and her brother, Donald Morin.

Born in Torrington, CT, on November 20, 1959, Jo Ann was the third of four children. She was a woman of strength and determination, facing life’s challenges with resilience. Those who knew her will remember her independent spirit, her unwavering will, and the way she found happiness in life’s simple blessings.

As we say goodbye, we take comfort in the promise of eternal life and trust that Jo Ann now rests in the presence of our Lord. May perpetual light shine upon her, and may she find peace in the company of the saints.

Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel is honored to assist with the arrangements.

Funeral Mass will be held at 11 am on Saturday March 1, 2025, at Notre Dame Church 446 Main Street Southbridge, MA 01550. A gathering to celebrate her life will immediately follow. 

Burial will be at 10am on Sunday June 15, 2025, at New Hazardville Cemetery Elm and North Streets Hazardville, Connecticut 06082 United States at 10am. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her memory to PAWS New England 

"Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest." – Matthew 11:28

May our mother’s soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.