Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA
Helen (Hannen) White
August 10, 2023
Khouriyeh Helen (Hannen) White, 88, of Shrewsbury, MA, formerly of Geneva, NY, fell asleep in the Lord, Thursday, August 10th, 2023, after a period of declining health.
Helen was born on July 22, 1935, in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, the daughter of Charles Scott and Mary B. (Lynds) Hannen. She was raised in Parry Sound, Ontario before marrying the Very Reverend...
James Armand Carnevale
August 10, 2023
James (Jim) Armand Carnevale, 63, of University Heights section of Cleveland, Ohio, formerly of Worcester passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 10, 2023, at home with his soulmate and husband at his side.
Jim was born in Worcester, the son of Anthony L. Carnevale and the late Arline L. (Jolly) Carnevale. Raised in Worcester and Spencer, James graduated from David...
Joseph C. Ginkus, Jr.
August 8, 2023
Joseph C. Ginkus, Jr. 87, a longtime resident of Leicester, passed away surrounded by his loving family, Tuesday, August 8, 2023.
Joe was born in Worcester, the son of Joseph C. Ginkus, Sr. and Mary E. (Allen) Ginkus. Raised here, Joe attended St Casimir’s school and graduated from St John’s High School. Joe then attended WPI, and Becker, Jr....
Paul M Oliveri
August 7, 2023
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of a wonderful father, grandfather, brother and friend, Paul M. Oliveri, 74, a lifelong resident of Worcester, who passed away suddenly at home, Monday, August 7, 2023.
Born and raised on Frank Street in Worcester, Paul was one of two sons of Gasper “Scoops” and Anna M. (Toscano) Oliveri. He graduated...
Gwen Ellen Rider
August 3, 2023
Gwen Ellen Rider, 44, formerly of Worcester, MA passed away on August 3, 2023, in Fort Worth, TX. Born in Worcester on July 17, 1979, she was the beloved daughter of Stephen Rider and Walter “Terry” Heatlie of Corona, CA and Virginia and Charles White of Port St. Lucie, FL. She leaves her two loving children, Nathaniel and Rachel Rider,...
David Westerlind
August 3, 2023
David Westerlind, 70, of Millbury, MA, passed away August 3, 2023, at his residence. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Robert F. and Geraldine J. (Davis) Westerlind and proud father of David Westerlind, Jr. of Millbury; beloved brother of Gene Westerlind, of Millbury, Dennis Westerlind and his wife Marilyn of Plymouth, Linda Westerlind, of Worcester, Carol...
Dolores A. Rossetti
August 1, 2023
Dolores A. (Astrella) Rossetti, 91, of Shrewsbury, passed away at Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, on what would have been the 70’th anniversary of marriage to her beloved late husband, John J. “Jack” Rossetti. After almost five years, Delores and Jack have been reunited.
Dolores is survived by her loving children, John J. Rossetti, Jr. and his wife...
Keven N. Marinello
July 31, 2023
Keven N. Marinello, 69, of Worcester, passed away on Monday, July 31, 2023, at Memorial Hospital in Worcester.
Keven is survived by a sister, Linda Thomas and her husband Gene of Fairfax Station, VA, a brother, David Marinello and his wife Sue of Worcester; several nieces, nephew, aunts, uncles, friends, and cousins, including his cousin Sharon Pikiel of Worcester. He...
Robert J Zachariewicz
July 27, 2023
Robert John Zachariewicz, Sr., born July 14, 1942, of West Boyleston, MA was stricken ill at home Thursday Morning 27 July 2023 and passed away. Robert is survived by his children, Robert (Robin)Zachariewicz Jr. of Loris S.C, Deborah Zachariewicz of Webster MA, John (Shelly) Zachariewicz of West Brookfield, MA and Kenny (Rachel) Zachariewicz of Leicester, MA; Five Grandchildren, Justin and...
Maria (Razzano) Green
July 26, 2023
Maria L. (Razzano) Green, 58, of Grafton, a devoted wife and mother, passed away suddenly Wednesday, July 26th, 2023, in her home.
Maria was born in Worcester, the daughter of Vincent J. Razzano, Sr. and Evelyn R. (Panarelli) Razzano. Raised in Shrewsbury, Maria married Matthew Green and became a stay-at-home wife and mother caring for her parents, husband, and...
Adel Aroushan
July 25, 2023
Adel Aroushan, 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 25, 2023.
Adel was born in Damascus, Syria to Razoouk and Mary Aroushan. He loved to share the stories of his past travels with his daughters and grandchildren and was always cracking jokes to put a smile on all their faces.
Adel is survived by his wife of 56 years, Samieh...
Brian E. Jackson
July 24, 2023
Brian E. Jackson, 62, of Holden, formerly Millbury and Sutton, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023 surrounded by his family.
Brian was born at Whitinsville Hospital on November 26, 1960 to Anne and the late Arthur Jackson. He attended Northbridge High School where he played football as number #34 for the Northbridge Rams. He had a 35...