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Philip Jay Howard, Jr.
Jun 16, 2026
KENNEBUNK, ME - Philip Jay Howard Jr., age 91, resident of Kennebunk, ME, and formerly Princeton, MA, died peacefully at home on June 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Jay was married to his first wife Donna Lee Hoeltzel from 1957-1970. He was the devoted second husband to Joanne Louisa Kemp from 1973-2021 when she predeceased him. He will...
Helene I. Kent
Aug 6, 2026
WORCESTER - Helene I. Kent, age 94, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 7, 2026, at the Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester, MA.
Born in Boston, MA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Harry and Marsha Barenberg. After raising her four children, Helene followed her passion for education and enjoyed a long, meaningful teaching career in the Boston Public...
Beverly A. Wingate
Aug 5, 2026
North Brookfield MA/Vero Beach FL – Beverly A. (Rockwood) Wingate, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in North Brookfield, Massachusetts, with her loving family by her side, on August 5, 2026.
Born on January 30, 1941, Beverly was the daughter of the late Laurence and Madeline (Largess) Rockwood. She was raised in North Brookfield and remained deeply connected to her...
Paul E. Cohan
Aug 3, 2026
LONGBOAT KEY, FL - Paul Edward Cohan passed away on August 3 after a brief illness and a long and happy life of 96 years. Born and raised in Worcester, Paul attended Worcester Academy, Syracuse University and City College of New York. He followed in his father's footsteps to become senior partner and treasurer at Joseph B. Cohan and Associates accountants...
Gregory E. Muzzy
Aug 2, 2026
WAYLAND, MA / BOOTHBAY HARBOR, ME - Gregory “Greg” Muzzy, 80, passed away peacefully after a brief illness, on August 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on August 8, 1945, in Holyoke, Massachusetts, Greg was the eldest son of Keith and Isabel Muzzy. He was raised in Holden, Massachusetts, where he developed the strong work ethic, curiosity,...
Sophie M. Sobol
Aug 1, 2026
Jefferson - Sophie Mae Sobol, 102, of Jefferson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center.
Born in Holden, Massachusetts, Sophie was the daughter of the late Anthony and Mary (Czertowicz) Sobol. She spent her life on the family farm in Jefferson, where she developed a deep appreciation for hard work and the simple...
Beverly A. Doucimo
Jul 31, 2026
Worcester – Beverly A. Doucimo, 81, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 31, 2026, at UMass Memorial Healthcare – University Campus in Worcester, surrounded by the love of her family. Born in Springfield, she was the daughter of the late Ross F. and Evelyn M. (Bildeau) Abare and was raised in Auburn.
Throughout her life, Beverly made her home in West...
Marci Jill (Dollin) Rubin
Jul 30, 2026
SHREWSBURY - Marci Jill Rubin (née Dollin), of Shrewsbury, formerly of Peabody, passed away peacefully on July 30th at the age of 54 after a very brief battle with cancer. She is survived by her devoted husband, Jordan; her beloved children, Aidan and Hannah; and her cherished dog, Georgia. She is the daughter of her loving mother, Paula Dollin of...
Sandra L. (Robinson) Jones
Jul 28, 2026
LITTLETON - It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Sandra L. (Robinson) Jones, age 82, on July 28, 2026. She transitioned peacefully to be with the Lord, lovingly surrounded by her children in her home. She was born in Concord, MA, on February 21, 1944.
Sandra worked in the early days of the technology field, at Dennison,...
Grace E. MacPhee
Jul 26, 2026
Paxton/West Boylston - Grace Elizabeth (Palmer) MacPhee, 101, passed away peacefully, and in comfort on Sunday, July 26, 2026.
Born and raised in Northborough, Massachusetts, Grace was the daughter of Willoughby and Nina (Harrington) Palmer. Grace had happy memories of growing up on the family farm in Northborough. Grace had two sisters and four brothers. Grace graduated from Northborough High School....
Francis W. Madigan, Jr.
Jul 25, 2026
WORCESTER - Francis W. (Bud) Madigan, Jr. of Worcester, MA and Bourne, MA, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away at home with his family and longtime caregiver by his side on Saturday, July 25, 2026. He was 95. Affectionately known to family and friends as Bud, Buddy, Buddy Grampa (BG), Uncle Buddy and Papi, he...
Diane H. Miller
Jul 21, 2026
HOLDEN - Diane Hagglund Miller, 70, of Holden, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on July 21, 2026, at St. Mary Health Care Center in Worcester, MA after an illness.
Diane was born on October 7, 1955, to Birger and Helen (Anderson) Hagglund in Worcester, Massachusetts. She was the youngest of their four children. She was preceded in death by both of her...
Linda S. Hasselmann
Jul 21, 2026
STERLING – Linda S. Hasselmann, 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at the UMass Memorial Medical Center, University Campus. Linda was born in Leominster and lived in Sterling. She was the daughter of the late Edward and Alice (Needham) Hasselmann.
Linda enjoyed her recent job as a van driver for AA Transportation where...
John A. Rabidou
Jul 20, 2026
RUTLAND – John Anthony Rabidou, 31, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026, at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, MA.
Born in Worcester and raised in Rutland, John was the cherished son of Steven A. Rabidou and Christine A. (Hunt) Rabidou. He attended Rutland Public Schools and was a graduate of Wachusett Regional High School.
John was employed by Thermo Fisher Scientific...
George V. Mioglionico, Jr.
Jul 20, 2026
HOLDEN - George Veto Mioglionico, Jr. passed away on July 20, 2026, after living with leukemia for 3 months. He is survived by 2 daughters Angela Mioglionico, and Jennifer McQuade; and two grandchildren, Coralina (Lina) and Caleb. He also leaves behind his beloved canine “daughter” Cali, with whom he built a happy home after the passing of his wife Jacalyn...
Richard L. Fiske, Jr.
Jul 20, 2026
SHREWSBURY - Richard L. Fiske, Jr., 82, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, July 20, 2026.
Born and raised in Worcester, Richard was the son of the late Richard L. and Dorothy H. (Balston) Fiske. He was educated in the Worcester Public Schools and graduated from Commerce High School. He furthered...
Cecil D. Everett
Jul 19, 2026
Worcester – Cecil D. Everett, 95, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, July 19, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. Born in Elkins, West Virginia, he was the beloved son of the late Claude and Olive (Isner) Everett. He graduated from Elkins High School as a member of the Class of 1943.
Cecil proudly served...
Margaret J. Wissell
Jul 19, 2026
Charlton - Margaret J. Wissell, 89, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026. She is the beloved wife of the late Edward F. Wissell with whom she would have shared 62 years of marriage before predeceasing her in 2024. She is also predeceased by her sister Mary (Wesner) Lenyo.
Born in Spangler, Pennsylvania, she is the daughter of Isadore and Emma...
Charles E. McElroy Sr.
Jul 17, 2026
RUTLAND- Charles E. McElroy, Sr, 84 passed away peacefully on July 17, 2026 with his family by his side. He was predeceased by the love of his life Catherine A. (Carlson) McElroy; his parents, William and Mabel (Anderson) McElroy; 5 siblings, William, Sarah, Mary, Francis, John (Buddy).
He leaves behind his children, Charles McElroy II of Worcester, Steven McElroy and his...
Robert P. Sheehan
Jul 17, 2026
WORCESTER/PAXTON – Robert P. "Bobby" Sheehan passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus in Worcester.
Raised in Paxton, Bobby later moved to Worcester, where he resided for many years. He was a graduate of Wachusett Regional High School. For several years, Bobby worked as a delivery truck driver for various local...
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