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Mary B. Smick

Mary B. Smick

Apr 18, 2016

Mary B. Smick, 89, of Worcester died peacefully Monday April 18, 2016 in the UMASS Medical Center after a brief illness. Mary is survived by her son Arthur Smick and his wife Sharon Gerardi-Smick of Worcester, and a sister Dolly Kenyon of Putnam CT. Mary was the doting grandmother to Todd Smick of Medford N.J. and Michael Smick and his...

Susan E. Bindman

Susan E. Bindman

Apr 16, 2016

On Saturday, April 16, 2016, the world said goodbye to a warm, loving, and kind woman by the name of Susan E. (Pacific) Bindman.  In her sixty-seven short years, she was able to share her musical and theatrical talents with many people; and found herself loved by many, especially her wonderful family.  It was her loving family that was at...

Bernard O. Bonsra

Bernard O. Bonsra

Apr 15, 2016

My Husband, My Life, Bernard O. Bonsra, 67 of Worcester, formerly of Ghana, passed away peacefully on Friday, April 15, 2015 at Mass General Hospital in Boston surrounded by his loving wife of 41 years, Lillian M. (Rutherford) Bonsra. Bernard was born in Ghana, West Africa, a son of the late Charles Bonsra and Victoria Nortey. He graduated from high...

Keith M. Rakowski

Keith M. Rakowski

Apr 15, 2016

Keith M. Rakowski, the ultimate Miami Dolphin’s fan, passed away on Friday, April 15th, 2016 at the age of 41.  Keith was loved by many, with a selfless personality that always drove him to help others.  He was the type of person that would give you the shirt off his back, no matter the situation. Keith made many friends with...

Marie Dorothy Consolmagno

Marie Dorothy Consolmagno

Apr 14, 2016

Marie Dorothy (Bousquet) Consolmagno, 83, of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 14, 2016. Marie is survived by her loving husband of nearly fifty-nine years, Robert H. Consolmagno, two sons, Mark Consolmagno and his wife Teresa of Barre, and Alan A. Consolmagno and his wife Christine of Worcester, a daughter, Lisa A. Barner and her husband Kenneth of Newark,...

Charles Vincent Pennell, Jr.

Charles Vincent Pennell, Jr.

Apr 13, 2016

Charles Vincent Pennell, Jr., 52 of Worcester and New York, NY, passed away on Wednesday, April 13, 2016 at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital in New York. Charles is survived by his wife Lorraine (Ross) Pennell of New York; his parents, Charles V. and Carol A. (Macnutt) Pennell, Sr. of Worcester; his two children; his brother, James Pennell and his...

Robert A Peduzzi

Robert A Peduzzi

Apr 13, 2016

Robert A. Peduzzi, 78 of Worcester; president, of Empire Granite Company, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep, Wednesday, April 13th 2016. Bob was born in Worcester, a son of the late Aguinaldo and Cora (Pender) Peduzzi. He graduated from Commerce High School class of 1955. In the fall of 1955, Bob married his sweetheart Jean Valoir; together they began a...

Elizabeth (Legor) "Betty" Stranieri

Elizabeth (Legor) "Betty" Stranieri

Apr 13, 2016

Elizabeth “Betty” M. (Legor) Stranieri, 79, of Worcester died peacefully, Wednesday April 13, 2016 in the Rose Monahan Residence surrounded by her loving family. Betty leaves her loving husband of 60 years Joseph J. Stranieri, her devoted children; Judith A. Padavano and her husband Dr. John Padavano of Scarborough ME., Gina L. Picard and her husband Peter of Riverview FL.,...

Frances D. Lockwood

Frances D. Lockwood

Apr 12, 2016

Frances D. (Gardella) Lockwood, 65, of Worcester, passed away on Tuesday, April 12, 2016, surrounded by loving family.  Frances is survived by her two beautiful daughters, Erica F. Zwicker and her husband Matthew, and Lindsey Lockwood, all of Worcester; a brother, Edward P. Gardella; two sisters, Elizabeth M. Gardella and Missy Lucier, all of Worcester; five grandchildren, Gianna, Tommy, Ariella,...

David T. Murphy

David T. Murphy

Apr 11, 2016

David T. Murphy, 53 of Worcester, formerly of Shrewsbury, passed away on April 11, 2016. David was born in Worcester, a son of the late Thomas F. Murphy and Theresa R. (Libuda) Wayman. David worked as a foreman for Eversource formerly known as both Nstar and Commonwealth Gas Company for many years before going on long-term disability due to health...

Aurora (D'Auria) Fusaro

Aurora (D'Auria) Fusaro

Apr 11, 2016

Aurora G. (D’Auria) Fusaro, 85, of Worcester, a devoted mother and dedicated friend passed away in the arms of her daughters Monday, April 11th 2016.   Aurora was born in San Giacomo, province of Acri Cosenza, Italy a daughter of Pasquale and Vincenzina (Abbruzzese) D’Auria. She grew up in San Giacomo, and married her sweetheart Mario V. Fusaro in August of...

Iva M. Evans

Iva M. Evans

Apr 11, 2016

Iva M. (Carroll) Evans 97. of Worcester died peacefully on April11,2016 in the Lutheran Skilled Care Center.  She was predeceased by her husband Louis T.Evans in 2001.Iva was born in Baltimore. MD on Feb.27,1919 to the late Charles Carroll and Flora (Bivens) Carroll.She moved to Worcester many years ago and had last lived in Spencer, Ma before moving to Winter...

Anne Marie (Picard) Lawrence

Anne Marie (Picard) Lawrence

Apr 9, 2016

Anne Marie (Picard) Lawrence, 69, of Charlton, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday April 9th, 2016 at Saint Vincent’s Hospital in Worcester, MA. Anne Marie was born in Worcester, MA the daughter of the late Paul and Irene (Plamondon) Picard. She graduated from Fanning Girl’s trade high school where she studied to become a seamstress.  During...

James R Lucey Sr.

James R Lucey Sr.

Apr 8, 2016

James wife of 53 years Janet Lee (Helie) Lucey passed away in March of 2015;  He is survived by his daughter Deborah M. Ruffo and her husband John in California and a son, James R. Lucey of Millbury;  two sisters, Marie Newcomb of Holden, Margaret Dudevoir and her husband Gerald of Rochester, Mass; five grandchildren, Sophia, Angelo and Juliana Ruffo,...

Winifred (Dadah) Pierce

Winifred (Dadah) Pierce

Apr 8, 2016

Winifred “Winnie” (Dadah) Pierce, Esq., of Worcester, who touched so many lives in her 77 years on this earth, passed away unexpectedly Friday, April 8th 2016.  She was born and raised in Worcester, the daughter of the late George A. and Winifred T. (Assad) Dadah. Winnie was an Assumption College graduate and continued her education at New England School of...

Mary (DiVerdi) Gosselin, Higgins

Mary (DiVerdi) Gosselin, Higgins

Apr 8, 2016

Mary (DiVerdi) Gosselin, Higgins, 86 of Worcester passed away in the presence of family Friday, April 8, 2016.   Mary was born in Worcester a daughter of Joseph and Angelina (Scuderi) DiVerdi.   She graduated from Commerce High School, and has lived in Worcester, Shrewsbury and Westboro.   Mary’s husband of 33 years John Higgins passed away in 2014.  Her first husband, Joseph...

Dolores Mae Thompson

Dolores Mae Thompson

Apr 6, 2016

Dolores Mae (Richardson) Thompson, 87 of Worcester passed away home to the lord Wednesday April 6, 2016. Dolores was born in Worcester; her parents were the late, Roland and Hazel (DeWitt) Richardson. She graduated from Becker College and has lived here all her life.    Dolores worked as a chef for over 20 years for the City of Worcester School department...

Catalda R. Roy

Catalda R. Roy

Apr 6, 2016

Catalda R. (D’Ascanio) Roy, 84, of Sterling, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2016, at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester.  She was predeceased by her husband, Albert E. Roy, Jr. in 1989.  She was also predeceased by their daughter, Marie Louise Habron in 2008.   Catalda is survived by her sons, Mark R. Roy and his wife Patricia of Sterling, and...

Carey J. Macaruso

Carey J. Macaruso

Apr 5, 2016

Carey J. Macaruso, 85 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at Saint Vincent’s Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Carey is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Roberta M. (McNamara) Macaruso; two sons, Richard Macaruso and Steven Macaruso and his wife Erin; a daughter, Carrie Christian and her husband Kevin all of Worcester; six...

George E. MacKoul

George E. MacKoul

Apr 4, 2016

Every life is a story. Every story needs to be told. George E. MacKoul, 91 of Shrewsbury, known to those who loved him as “Giddo” or “ Mr. Magoo” passed away peacefully on Monday, April 4, 2016 at Notre Dame Rehabilitation Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. George lived this life the way he departed this life, measuring it by...

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