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Patricia (Serra) McGrath

Patricia (Serra) McGrath

Jul 17, 2024

Patricia A. (Serra) McGrath, 94, a lifelong resident of Worcester passed away at home surrounded by the family she loved, Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Patricia is welcomed into heaven by her husband of 53 years, John J. McGrath, who passed away in 2004, her son, John J. Jr., who passed away in 1984, and other family members. 

Patricia was born in...

Dorothy Sands

Dorothy Sands

Jul 15, 2024

Dorothy Sands, 58, of Worcester, MA, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.

Dorothy was born in West Hartford, CT on April 4, 1966, to John G.E. Sands and Louise K. (Strachan) Sands. Dorothy graduated from North High School, class of 1984. After graduating high school, Dorothy had gone on to Clark University where she was able to obtain her master’s...

Raymond A Zeena

Raymond A Zeena

Jul 14, 2024

Raymond A. Zeena, 85, of Greeley, Colorado, formerly of Worcester passed away at home Sunday, July 14,th 2024, with his devoted family gathered around him. 

Raymond was born in Worcester, the son of Ralph A. and Alice V. (Orfalea) Zeena. He graduated from Commerce High, served in The Mass Army National Guard and lived in the Worcester/Holden area before retiring to...

Ray W. Robinson, Jr.

Ray W. Robinson, Jr.

Jul 11, 2024

The beloved Ray or Diney as his friends and family called him leaves behind a legacy of kindness, warmth and devotion, touching countless lives, especially those children he adored and tirelessly supported. Ray W. Robinson Jr., 75, of Springfield, MD, died at Westborough Healthcare in Westborough, MA of spinal cord cancer on July 11, 2024. He was born in Springfield,...

Michael Francalangia, Jr.

Michael Francalangia, Jr.

Jul 11, 2024

Michael (Mickey Action) Francalangia, Jr., 83, of Millbury, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, July 11, 2024. 

Mickey was born in Worcester on September 5, 1940, to Michael, Sr., and Florence (Greene) Francalangia. He graduated early from South High School to enlist in the United States Navy, which he proudly served for two years of active and two years...

Carol Ann Gentile

Carol Ann Gentile

Jul 11, 2024

Carol Ann (Kuczka) Gentile, 76 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Lifecare Center of Auburn.

 Carol was born in Worcester, on July 28, 1947, to John and Hattie (Tanona) Kuczka. She graduated from St. Mary's High School, Class of 1965 and later graduated from Salter Sec. as the Valedictorian of Class of 1967. Carol was the...

Robert W. Krusas

Robert W. Krusas

Jul 11, 2024

Robert W. Krusas, 88 of Worcester, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at UMass Medical Center on Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Robert was born on June 24, 1936 in Worcester, a son of the late Alphonse and Anna (Domeika) Krusas. He graduated from Worcester Boys Trade and later earned an associates degree from Quinsigamond Community College. Robert served...

Marilyn A. Sturgis-Mangano

Marilyn A. Sturgis-Mangano

Jul 10, 2024

Marilyn A. (Lowder) Sturgis-Mangano, 89, passed away in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

Marilyn was born and raised in North Worcester, the daughter of Eveleth Lowder and Hazel Lowder (Palmer), who immigrated to the U.S. from Aylesford, Nova Scotia. As a young mother Marilyn moved to Shrewsbury seeking a supportive community where she could raise...

Robert A Symonick

Robert A Symonick

Jul 6, 2024

Robert A. Symonick, 70, of Shrewsbury, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep Saturday, July 6th, 2024.

Robert was born in Worcester, the son of Walter J. and Mary (Reedy) Symonick. Raised in Worcester, he graduated from St John’s High School. He joined the U.S. Army, serving in Germany during the Vietnam War. Upon discharge and return home, Robert worked for several...

Sr. Hilda Ponte, MPV

Sr. Hilda Ponte, MPV

Jul 6, 2024

Sr. Hilda Ponte, MPV, 91, of Worcester passed away peacefully and went home to the Lord in heaven on Saturday, July 6, 2024, after a life of service to her catholic faith.

 Born on June 11, 1933, in East Providence, Rhode Island, one of seven children of Antonio and Maria Ferreira (Mathias) Ponte. She was raised in East Providence and entered...

Henry G. Holmgren

Henry G. Holmgren

Jul 6, 2024

His final wish was to die at home in the arms of his 44-year sweetheart and soulmate. Henry G “Hank” Holmgren’s wish was met on July 6, 2024. He was 92 years young and was a long time Worcester resident.   He was born December 11, 1931 and raised in Englewood NJ by Henry G Holmgren and Emmy O Rhamstrom.

Hank...

Inez Dominguez

Inez Dominguez

Jul 4, 2024

Inez Dominguez, 84, of Worcester, MA passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of 55 years, to the late Nicolas Dominguez. 

Born in Esperanza, Dominican Republic on October 23, 1939. Ines was raised and graduated with an associate’s degree in the Dominican Republic. She went on to fulfill her passion for teaching....

Ret FF Francis J. Baldino WFD

Ret FF Francis J. Baldino WFD

Jul 4, 2024

Francis J. Baldino, 74, a lifelong resident of Worcester and retired Worcester Fire Fighter passed away Thursday, July 4th, 2024, with the family he loved gathered at his bedside after a period of declining health. Franny is welcomed into the arms of family members including his son, Anthony who passed away in 2002 and daughter in law, Courtney who passed...

Shannon Marie Pace

Shannon Marie Pace

Jul 3, 2024

Shannon Marie Pace, 36, of Boston, MA passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024. 

Born in Worcester on April 13, 1988. As a young girl Shannon looked forward to celebrating holidays with her extended family. Her favorite was Halloween because she loved dressing up. She carried that tradition on with her daughter Mckenzie, who was her world. Summer times at the lake...

Arcangela C. Errede

Arcangela C. Errede

Jul 1, 2024

Arcangela C. Errede (D’Ostuni), of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on Monday, July 1, 2024. Clara, as she was known to family and friends, was born on December 22, 1926, daughter of Francesco and Rose (Granata) D’Ostuni.

Clara is survived by her children, Diana Gillet (Errede) and her husband Bill, Alfred Errede, Jr., Rosemary Errede, Carol Hurley (Errede), and Patricia Cicero...

George Houle

George Houle

Jun 30, 2024

George E. Houle, 72, of Oxford, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, June 30, 2024.

Born in Worcester on February 16, 1952, to Rudolph and Kathleen (Mailman) Houle. Raised in Worcester, George attended Doherty Memorial High School and was a graduate of the class of 1970. After graduating high school George went on to work at the Worcester Housing...

Howard W. Goodrich, Jr.

Howard W. Goodrich, Jr.

Jun 30, 2024

Howard W. Goodrich, Jr., 74, of Auburn, passed away in the comfort of his home on Sunday, June 30, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Howard is survived by his best friend of thirty-nine years, and wife of thirty-four of those years, Doreen M. (Robert) Goodrich; three sons, Brian H. Goodrich of Millbury, Sean M. Goodrich and his wife Alyssa of...

Roger L. Duval

Roger L. Duval

Jun 30, 2024

Roger L. Duval, 69, passed away peacefully on June 30th, 2024. Roger was born and raised in Worcester, one of six children born to Roger H. and Flora M. Duval. He graduated from St. Peter’s High School, and Worcester State College, with a B.S., in Mathematics, and was most recently in a degree program at Clark University for Computer Science. 

He...

Thomas J Kachadoorian

Thomas J Kachadoorian

Jun 29, 2024

Thomas J. Kachadoorian, 55, passed away on Saturday, June 29th 2024 at Massachusetts General Hospital after a brief but valiant battle with cancer. He was literally surrounded by his family as he passed.

Tom grew up in the Burncoat area of Worcester and later put down roots in that same area to start his own family. He was born on November...

Marion (Gentile) Biando

Marion (Gentile) Biando

Jun 29, 2024

Marion C. (Gentile) Biando, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, June 29, 2024 after a period of declining health. 

 Marion, born in Worcester, was one of nine children born to Italian Immigrants Matteo and Mariangela (DePasquale) Gentile. She grew up in the Italian neighborhood of Shrewsbury Street, graduated from Commerce High School and Worcester Junior College....

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