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Carl P. Sherr

Carl P. Sherr

Jun 4, 2025

SUTTON – Carl P. Sherr, age 95, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, surrounded by the loving presence of his family. Born in Worcester, Carl was the son of Isadore and Emma (Zagan) Sherr.

In 1964, Carl founded Carl P. Sherr & Co., LLC, a small investment office that grew into a family-run financial advisory firm after his...

Gail Latham Smith

Gail Latham Smith

Jun 3, 2025

BOYLSTON – Gail Latham Smith, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Born in Truro, Nova Scotia, she was the daughter of the late George S. and Mabel (Hanebury) Latham.

Around age 2, Gail’s family emigrated to the United States where they settled in Central Massachusetts. She graduated from Commerce High School...

Selma Claire Coyne

Selma Claire Coyne

Jun 3, 2025

WORCESTER - Selma Claire Coyne passed peacefully in her sleep on June 3, 2025 in Worcester, Massachusetts. Selma was predeceased by her beloved husband of 60 years, Harold Coyne, who passed away in Boynton Beach, Florida in 2010. She is survived by her son, David (Dr. Margot Barnet), daughter, Gail (Alan Rosenberg), granddaughters, Molly and Erica Rosenberg (engaged to Max...

Peter Alexander Weinrobe

Peter Alexander Weinrobe

Jun 2, 2025

WALNUT CREEK, CA - Peter Alexander Weinrobe of Walnut Creek, CA, formerly of Westborough, MA and Jersey City, NJ, died peacefully on June 2, 2025 after a long brave struggle with Alzheimer’s Disease.

Peter was born on June 27, 1951 in Los Angeles, CA to Alice and Philip Weinrobe. He was the devoted husband of (Rabbi) Debra Hachen and beloved father...

Isabell "Issy" (Shnider) Sreiberg

Isabell "Issy" (Shnider) Sreiberg

Jun 2, 2025

WORCESTER – Isabell “Issy” (Shnider) Sreiberg, age 96, died peacefully at home on Monday, June 2nd, 2025, comforted by the loving presence of her family. Issy was born in Boston, the daughter of Charles and Edith (Isveck) Shnider.

She was raised in Dorchester, eventually moving to Worcester in 1950 after marrying Morty, the love of her life. Together they raised their...

Robert Jarnis

Robert Jarnis

Jun 1, 2025

STERLING - Robert N. Jarnis, 76, beloved husband of Deborah J. (Reilly) Jarnis, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on June 1, 2025. Born in Waltham, MA, he was raised in Newton. Bob was predeceased by his father John G. Jarnis and brother John R. Jarnis.

After graduating from Newton North High School, Bob went on to obtain...

Eleftherios “Teddy” Stratis

Eleftherios “Teddy” Stratis

May 31, 2025

WORCESTER - Eleftherios “Teddy” Stratis, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on May 31, 2025. Teddy spent his formative years living in Ioannina, Greece and migrated with his family to Worcester, MA when he was 17 years old. Shortly after arriving in Worcester, Teddy met the love of his life, Georgia Pappas, who the first time he spoke...

John Coates

John Coates

May 31, 2025

HUBBARDSTON - John Joseph Coates (66) of Hubbardston, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, May 31st. He leaves behind his wonderful wife of 36 years, Marie (Flynn) Coates, his three children - son Kevin Coates of Somerville, MA, daughter Kayla Coates and her fiancé Chad Charbonneau of Baldwinville, MA and son Daniel Coates of Quincy, MA. He leaves behind his...

Bertha P. Baronowski

Bertha P. Baronowski

May 31, 2025

WORCESTER – Bertha P. Baronowski, 102, passed away peacefully on May 31, 2025.

She was born on December 19, 1922, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to the late Martin and Anna (Waitkus) Thomas. Bertha graduated from Commerce High School in Worcester and later married the love of her life, Walter Baronowski. As a proud military wife, Bertha traveled and supported Walter throughout his...

Eleanor J. (Hartman) Fertel

Eleanor J. (Hartman) Fertel

May 31, 2025

Eleanor Hartman Fertel, age 95, passed peacefully with her daughters at her side on May 31, 2025 after a period of declining health. She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 67 years, Arthur Fertel and her brother Sonny Hartman. She is survived by her daughters, Holly Allen and Marcy Shuster, her son-in-law Fred, her grandchildren Abby (Meg Tiley) and...

Sara E. Kern

Sara E. Kern

May 27, 2025

LITITZ, PA - Sara Elida Kern, a vibrant, fierce, and endlessly hopeful soul, passed away peacefully on May 27, 2025, at age 43 after navigating EGFR lung cancer for 6+ years.

Sara Kern was born July 16, 1981, in Ashtabula, OH. From a young age, Sara was a bright spirit. Always personable and determined, Sara excelled at dance and had a...

Gayle Marie Leslie

Gayle Marie Leslie

May 27, 2025

WEST BOYLSTON - With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of Gayle Marie Leslie, who left this world peacefully on May 27, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. Gayle was a woman of grace, strength, and unmistakable style. She found joy in life’s simple pleasures—sunny days, the sound of waves at the beach, and the...

Joan Barbara Ellen Powell

Joan Barbara Ellen Powell

May 26, 2025

Joan's funeral service will be livestreamed at 12:00 pm on Thursday, May 29th and will be available for viewing at this link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a2505398499924

HOLDEN/WORCESTER - Joan Barbara Ellen Powell, 94, passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving children, their spouses, and grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Dr. Arthur F. Powell, whom she married...

Mildred E. (Burkill) Scannell

Mildred E. (Burkill) Scannell

May 25, 2025

Holden - Mildred Evelyn “Millie” Scannell (Burkill) passed away peacefully at her home in Holden on May 25, 2025, surrounded by her loving family and friends. She was 102 years old. She was the daughter of Leo E. Burkill and Hazel E. Burkill (Choquette).

Born on May 17, 1923, in Athol Millie was raised in Greenfield, and was a proud graduate...

Doris A. (Dickie) Johnson

Doris A. (Dickie) Johnson

May 24, 2025

WEST BOYLSTON – Doris A. Johnson (Dickie), 90, passed peacefully on May 24, 2025. Doris was the beloved daughter of Herbert James Dickie and Edith May Dickie (Bigelow). Doris spent her childhood in Cherry Valley, where lifelong friendships and beautiful memories were made.

A graduate of Leicester High School, Doris went on to work at State Mutual Life Assurance Company, where...

Kathleen Winacoo

Kathleen Winacoo

May 22, 2025

HOLDEN - Kathleen H. Winacoo, 74, passed away on May 22, 2025, at UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester, surrounded by the love of her family.

Kathleen was born on September 13, 1950, in Medford, MA, to the late Ralph and Eleanor Hudson. She was a 1969 graduate of Massachusetts Hospital School and went on to earn a bachelor's degree in psychology...

James A. Brown, III.

James A. Brown, III.

May 22, 2025

HOLDEN - James A. “Jim” Brown, III, 81, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus, surrounded by his loving family.

Born and raised in Worcester, Jim was the cherished son of the late James A. and Marilyn (Bird) Brown. He attended Worcester Public Schools and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree...

Daniel E. Puzo

Daniel E. Puzo

May 20, 2025

HOLDEN - Daniel Eliot Puzo (AKA Puzo) 

Daniel "Dan" Eliot Puzo, 49, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Holden on May 20, 2025, after a prolonged illness.

Born in Southbridge, MA, on August 29, 1975, and raised in Webster, Dan was the beloved son of the late Daniel Puzo and Dorothy B. (Tetreault) Faford. He was a 1993...

Zachary S. Paskalis

Zachary S. Paskalis

May 19, 2025

HOLDEN – Zachary S. Paskalis, Esq., age 31, passed away at home on Monday, May 19, 2025. Born in Worcester, he was the son of Steven and Pamela (Dion) Paskalis.

Zach grew up in Holden and graduated from St. John’s High School in Shrewsbury, class of 2012, where he excelled in both varsity hockey as the goalie and lacrosse. He went...

Ethel F. Taubert

Ethel F. Taubert

May 18, 2025

WORCESTER - Ethel Frances (Murphy) Taubert, age 99, peacefully left this world in her sleep on May 18th, 2025, and went to join the lord and her predeceased family in heaven.

Ethel was born on December 24, 1925, in a three-decker on Pattison Street in Worcester, to John Joseph Murphy and Mary Etta (Reynolds) Murphy. She was the beloved wife of...