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Rose M. Christy

Rose M. Christy

Jul 15, 2022

Rose M. (Docimo) Christy, 85 of Worcester, passed away on Friday, July 15, 2022 at UMass Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.

Rose was born in Worcester, one of eleven children to the late Italian immigrants Frank and Michelina (Protano) Docimo, A resident of Worcester all her life, she was a graduate of Commerce High School.  Rose worked in...

Christine M. Kelley

Christine M. Kelley

Jul 14, 2022

Christine M. Kelley, 49 of Framingham, formerly of Worcester, passed away on Thursday, July 14, 2022.

Christine was born in Worcester, a daughter of the late Robert J. Kelley Sr. and Ann M. (Giacobbi) Kelley- Dansereau. Survived by her stepfather Paul Dansereau. She worked as the house manager for SMOC housing in Framingham for many years.  Christine enjoyed cooking, sports,...

Gerald "Gerry" Mastro

Gerald "Gerry" Mastro

Jul 14, 2022

 

Gerald “Jerry” Mastro, 89 of Shrewsbury, formerly Worcester, passed away Thursday, July 14th 2022, reuniting with the “love of his life” and wife for 63 years Aldona Mastro who passed away last December 29th.

 Jerry is survived by; a son, John G. Mastro of Charlton, a daughter, Nancy A. (Mastro) Norris of London, UK;  three grandchildren, Shanah A. (Mastro)...

Myron Baxter McNickles, Jr.

Myron Baxter McNickles, Jr.

Jul 14, 2022



Myron Baxter McNickles Jr., 29 of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 14, 2022 at Baystate Medical Center in Springfield.

Myron, lovingly referred to as “Junior,” entered this world with an old soul, gentle heart and a tenacious spirit. He appreciated the beauty of nature and valued the bonds of family. Myron worked as a behavioral health technician...

Joyce E. Brescia-DeRosa

Joyce E. Brescia-DeRosa

Jul 13, 2022

Joyce E. (Johnson) Brescia-DeRosa, 83, of Shrewsbury, MA, passed away peacefully July 13, 2022 at Knollwood Nursing Home, after a period of declining health.  Born December 2, 1938, to the late Albert and Edna (Nurse) Johnson.  She was the beloved wife of Vincent Brescia, who predeceased her in 1983. She later married Eolo DeRosa of Waltham who predeceased her in...

Antoinette (Altomare) Boffoli

Antoinette (Altomare) Boffoli

Jul 12, 2022

Antoinette M “Ann” (Altomare) Boffoli, 92, of Worcester passed peacefully Tuesday, July 12, 2022, with the ones she loved gathered at her side.

The Matriarch of the Boffoli family, Antoinette created five  generations of her family. She guided, loved, and watched over them her entire life. She was so proud of how her family succeeded.

Predeceased by her husband Leo...

Kent H Rice

Kent H Rice

Jul 12, 2022

Kent H. Rice, 62, of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday, July 12, 2022.

Kent was born in the Bronx, NY, a son of Christopher T. and Carol (Riddick) Rice. He graduated from Quinsigamond Community College and worked in the logistics department of several local companies including Millbrook Distributors and the Polar Corporation.

Kent is survived by his wife, Hermorne (McConner)...

Charlene M. Seymour

Charlene M. Seymour

Jul 10, 2022

Charlene M. Seymour, 62 of Oxford, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 10, 2022 at The Meadows in Leicester.

Charlene was born in Worcester, a daughter of the late Hebert F. and Mary H. (Germain) Seymour. She cherished all the time spent with her family. Charlene was a member of St. John’s Church where she would regularly volunteer. 

Charlene...

Philip S DiBenedetto

Philip S DiBenedetto

Jul 8, 2022

Philip S. DiBenedetto, 72, of Worcester, passed away peacefully, Friday July 8, 2022, after a brief illness.

Phil was born in Worcester, on November 30, 1949, the fourth born of seven children of Pasquale and Evelyn (Coursey) DiBenedetto. He grew up in Shrewsbury, graduated from Worcester Boys Trade High School, where he learned his lifelong trade of carpentry. Phil then...

Ret. Worcester Police Sergeant Philip J. Ohman

Ret. Worcester Police Sergeant Philip J. Ohman

Jul 8, 2022

Philip J. Ohman, 88, a lifelong  Worcester resident, passed away with loved ones gathered at his side on Friday, July 8, 2022 after a period of declining health.               

Philip was one of seven children of Francis and Signe (Soderquist) Ohman.  Phil is survived  by his children, Thomas Ohman and his wife , Gayle, of Worcester,  daughter Catherine Peters and...

Antonio "Mungie" Mangiacotti

Antonio "Mungie" Mangiacotti

Jul 6, 2022

Antonio Salvatore “Mungie” Mangiacotti, 89 a lifelong resident of Leominster, passed away Tuesday, July 6th, 2022, after a period of declining health, with the family he loved gathered at his side. Family meant everything to him.  

Mungie, is survived by the “love of his life” for over 65 years, Rachel J. (Levesque) Mangiacotti; four children, Anthony Mangiacotti and his...

Mary (Murgo) DiSilvestro

Mary (Murgo) DiSilvestro

Jul 6, 2022

Mary ( Murgo) DiSilvestro, 96, a fixture of the Shrewsbury St. neighborhood and Our lady of Mt Carmel Church, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 6, 2022.

Mary was born in Worcester, one of nine children of Italian immigrants Domenico and Maria ( Pellegrino ) Murgo.  Raised on DeMarco Terrace off Shrewsbury St., Mary attended Worcester public schools and graduated...

Shirley M. Remillard

Shirley M. Remillard

Jul 5, 2022

Shirley M. (Lane) Remillard, 97, of Worcester, MA, passed away on July 5,2022, surrounded by her loving family. She leaves two daughters and a son - Darlene Anastas and her husband, John Anastas, of Boynton Beach, Florida, Ronald Remillard of New Braintree, Laurie Cusson and her husband, Robert Cusson, of Shrewsbury, and her sister-in-law, Claire Lane of Worcester. She was...

Donald R Peterson, Jr.

Donald R Peterson, Jr.

Jul 5, 2022

Donald R. Peterson, Jr., 63 of Newburgh, NY formerly of Worcester passed away July 4th, 2022, from injuries suffered in an automobile accident, while on his way home from one of his "Happy Places", a peaceful spot to contemplate and obtain the magnificent views and tranquility of the Hudson Valley. 

Donald was born in Worcester, the son of Donald...

Samuel Francis Penny, Jr.

Samuel Francis Penny, Jr.

Jul 4, 2022

Samuel Francis Penny Jr, 90, of Worcester, MA died on Monday July 4, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Carol (McWey) Penny and his three beloved children, Susan, Samuel III, and Michael Penny. He also leaves two brothers, David Penny and his wife Helen (Valinski) and Joseph Penny, and brothers-in...

Ivanildo Jenkins Cabral

Ivanildo Jenkins Cabral

Jul 4, 2022

Ivanildo Jenkins Cabral, 29 of Worcester, was a caring and extremely loyal son, brother, uncle, and friend. He passed away on Monday, July 4, 2022. Ivan was born in New Bedford, Massachusetts. As a child, Ivan grew up in Worcester where he played youth football with teams such as the Worcester Vikings and Cowboys for many years. Later becoming an...

Maureen F Connolly

Maureen F Connolly

Jul 3, 2022

Maureen F. (Spillane) Connolly 81 of Spencer died after a brief illness on Sunday, July 3, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital.  Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of the late Timothy and Mary (Donahue) Spillane.  Maureen lived in Spencer since 1978 and was employed at the Worcester Tool and Stamping as a machinist for many years retiring in 2006....

Samir K. Sen Gupta

Samir K. Sen Gupta

Jul 2, 2022

Samir K. Sen Gupta, 76, of Shrewsbury, passed away on Saturday, July 2, 2022, at Saint Mary Healthcare in Worcester.

Samir is survived by his wife of forty-eight years, Suparna (Sen) Sen Gupta; a daughter, Sanchali Biswas and her husband Sourav; a grandson, Matthew Mabie; Matthew’s mother, Jennifer; and other relatives in Canada and India.  His son, Sudip K. Sen...

Nelson Castro

Nelson Castro

Jul 2, 2022

Nelson Castro went home to be with the Lord, Saturday morning, July 2, 2022, at UMASS Memorial Medical Center.  He was predeceased by his parents Juan and Eneida Castro.  Nelson was a veteran of the United States Army and was honorable discharged in 1976.  He resided in Worcester since 1996 and was a social worker for UMASS for over 10...

Dorothy A. Thyden

Dorothy A. Thyden

Jul 1, 2022

Dorothy A. (Romanas) Thyden, 92, of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully at her daughter’s home in Petersham.  She was predeceased by her husband John Thyden in 1971.

Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Jayne Acciardi and her husband Edward of Petersham; her son, John Thyden and his wife Theresa of Sutton; five grandchildren; and two nieces.  She was predeceased by her...

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