Lorraine C. Vayo

Lorraine C. (Gervais) Vayo, a loving wife and mother passed away at the age of 85 in the comfort of her own home on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.

Lorraine was born in Worcester, a daughter to the late Raoul and Doris (Boisvert) Gervais. She was a graduate of Commerce High School.  Lorraine worked for Neles–Jamesbury as a receptionist for many years, retiring in 1999.

Lorraine leaves her devoted husband of 64 years, Robert S. Vayo; four sons, Robert F. Vayo of New Port Richey, FL, Brian P. Vayo and his wife Renata of Worcester, David J. Vayo and his wife Donna of Worcester and Jeffrey M. Vayo of Spencer; a daughter, Diane M. Scalley of Worcester; four grandchildren, Erica M. and Samantha “Sami” A. Vayo, Patrick C. and Ryan R. Scalley; three brothers, Raoul “Sonny”, Donald and Raymond Gervais; and a sister, Arlene Marengo.

Lorraine was a loving and devoted wife and mother. She loved spending time with her family and  traveling the country in retirement with her husband in their motorhome. Before embarking on her career Lorraine was a dedicated home maker providing a warm and loving home for her husband and children. She is best remembered for her compassion and love of life.    

Calling Hours will be on Sunday, January 5, 2020, from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. in MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester.  Her Funeral Mass will be on Monday, January 6, at 10 a.m. in Saint George Church, 38 Brattle Street, Worcester.  Interment will follow in Notre Dame Cemetery in Worcester. In lieu of flowers memorial remembrances in her name can be to the Alzhiemers Association of Massachusetts, care of home office, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601