Obituaries

Jan 6, 2022

Libro A “Shack” Vescera, 96, of Worcester, MA, passed away peacefully in his sleep on January 6, 2022, at home. Born in Worcester, he was the son of Italian immigrants Santo and Libra (Simone) Vescera. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, Joanne Spiro of Onset, Mary Zontine of CA, Sam Vescera of CA, Michael Vescere of Shrewsbury, and...

Jan 6, 2022

Louise Lillian Lessard Lenahan 95, of Worcester, passed away peacefully at Care One Millbury on Thursday, January 6, 2022, with loved ones gathered at her side.

She is survived by her daughters Nancy Madaio and her husband Rich of Worcester, Susan DiStefano and her husband Sal of Shrewsbury; her sons, Richard Lenahan and his wife Helene of Oakham and Fort...

Jan 5, 2022

Shrewsbury – Leona (Terlizzi) Lapomardo, 93, passed away on January 5, 2022 from complications of Covid-19.

She was born in Worcester and moved to Shrewsbury in 1961.  She enjoyed spending many summers with her children and grandchildren at the family beach house in Green Harbor, MA.  Leona was loved as a mother, grandmother, great grandmother, friend, and “Nana” to many.  ...

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Jan 4, 2022

Michael “Coondog” Cooney, 56, of Framingham formerly Worcester, passed away unexpectedly at home Tuesday, January 4th, 2022.

Michael was born in Worcester, son of Daniel and Carol (Shilinsky) Cooney. Raised in Worcester, Michael married on December 2, 2018, to the love of his life, Aline Muniz De Souza. They moved to Framingham where they have lived the past 3 years....

Jan 3, 2022

Katherine Moore (Young) McGlinchy, 66, of Worcester, MA unexpectedly left her earthly home on January 3, 2022. Kathy was born on February 23, 1955, in Malvern, AR. She grew up an Air Force Brat until graduating in 1973 from Oscoda High School in Oscoda MI. Her adult years took her to Saudi Arabia, Waco TX, and Mobile, AL, where...

Jan 2, 2022

William A. “Billy” Hinson, Jr., 41 of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 2, 2022.

Billy was born in Worcester and has lived here all his life.  He is a graduate of St. Peter Marian Central Catholic Jr/Sr High School, Class of 1998 where he excelled on the varsity football team.  He furthered his education in the post graduate...

Jan 2, 2022

Elizabeth M. Cariglia, 88, of Worcester; a wonderful mother, grandmother, aunt and friend passed away surrounded by loved ones, Sunday, January 2, 2022.  

Elizabeth was born in Piedimonte d’Alife, province of Caserta, Italy, one of twelve children of Pasquale and Maria (Pascale) Cancelmo. Raised in Italy, Elizabeth immigrated to the United States in 1961, to live with her cousin’s...

Jan 2, 2022

Antonette B. (Angelini) Mastrogiovanni, 94 of Auburn, passed away on Sunday, January 2nd, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. 

 

Antonette was born on October 12th, 1927 in Leominster, a daughter of the late Italian immigrants Armando and Estherina (Piccolomini) Angelini. In 1951, she married the Love of Her Life, Angelo, and spent the last 70 years together.  True to...

Jan 1, 2022

Debra A. Frost, 57 of Shrewsbury, surrounded by her family, passed peacefully from this life into the arms of her loving God on January 1st, 2022.  With a steadfast determination, positive attitude, expert medical care from Dana Farber and the love and support of her family and friends, Deb lived and lived well nearly 9 years with advanced lung cancer.

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Jan 1, 2022

Kathleen Campbell 70 of Worcester died peacefully on Saturday January 1, 2022 at the Rose Monahan Hospice Home of Worcester.  Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of the late John T and Marion (Ormon)Campbell and was a life long resident of the city.

Kathleen is survived by her daughter Kelley-Ann Chesna, her two brothers, John T. Campbell, and his...

Jan 1, 2022

Robert Morello, Sr. 88 of Worcester passed away on Saturday January 1, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital.  Born in Worcester, Robert was the son of the late Salvatore and Amelia (Arnieri) Morello.

Robert leaves his beloved wife Claire and his son Robert Jr and his wife Heather, three granddaughters Brittney and her husband Will of NY, Courtney, her husband Ryan...

Jan 1, 2022

Sgt. George J. Zecco, Jr. USAF (ret), 74 years of Holliston, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, January 1st, 2022, four days before his 75th birthday, with his niece, Jennifer Zecco by his side, and family members virtually after suffering a medical event.

George was born January 5th, 1947, in Worcester, the son of George and Nancy (Tonelli) Zecco.  He grew up...

Dec 29, 2021

Shirley Ann Mott, 74 of Rutland, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at UMass Medical Center.

Shirley was born in Worcester, a daughter of the late Edward and Jeannette (Bazin) Mott, Sr..  She graduated from Commerce High School and has lived in Worcester most of her life.  Shirley worked in manufacturing for the former New England Diamond Company. ...

Dec 29, 2021

 Aldona A. (Dedynas) Mastro, 94, of Shrewsbury, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Worcester.

 

Aldona is survived by her devoted husband of sixty-three years, Gerald Mastro; a daughter, Nancy A. (Mastro) Norris of London, UK; a son, John G. Mastro of Charlton; three grandchildren, Shanah A. (Mastro) Elliot of Worcester, James Mastro of Auburn,...

Dec 28, 2021

Francis R. Sestito, 82, of Worcester passed away peacefully, Tuesday, December 28th, 2021.

Francis was born in Worcester,  the son of Francis A. and Helen J. (Dziczek) Sestito. Raised in Worcester, he graduated from Millbury High school and began a lifelong career as a Corrugator machine operator for the Rand-Whitney Corporation, Key Container Corporation in Rhode Island, and Romanow Packaging...

Dec 28, 2021

Chester H. Brigham “Chet”, 80, of Holden, formerly of West Boylston, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones, Tuesday, December 28th, 2021, after a period of declining health.

Chester was born in Worcester, raised in West Boylston, the son of Chester F. and Grace N. (Crowe) Brigham. He graduated from West Boylston High School class of 1959, then enlisted...

Dec 28, 2021

Paul W. “Dino” Dean, 68, of Worcester, a retired Sergeant with the Mass Dept of Correction, passed away in the comfort of his home on Tuesday, December 28, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

Dino is survived by his loving wife and best friend of forty-eight years, Sandra J. (Gilbert) Dean; two sons, Kevin G. Dean and his wife Crystal...

Dec 27, 2021

Veronica Coat, 31, of Worcester passed away with loved ones at her side Monday, December 27th, 2021, after a lifelong period of medical challenges.

Veronica was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, one of three children of Dominican Republic parents, Nelson Coat and the late Jocelyn Fernandez. She was raised in Brooklyn, NY by their late grandmother, Ana Modesta Duran.

Veronica is...