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Carol Wilcox Rice
Aug 27, 2026
WORCESTER – Carol Wilcox Rice, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2026, surrounded by her loving caretakers at The Oasis at Dodge Park after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. She is finally able to rest peacefully. She was the daughter of the late Edson and Anna (Wilcox) Rice.
Carol served her community and church for most of her life. She was...
Ann (Pedone) Trotsky
Aug 27, 2026
WORCESTER – Ann F. (Pedone) Trotsky, age 98, passed away peacefully of natural causes in her home on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Southgate at Shrewsbury, surrounded by the warmth and loving presence of her family. Born in Worcester, Ann was the daughter of James and Rosa (Simone) Pedone and remained a proud, lifelong resident of Massachusetts.
A woman of effortless...
Nancy Ann Mathieu
Aug 25, 2026
Rutland - Nancy Ann Mathieu, of Rutland, Massachusetts, passed away on August 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and woman of faith whose greatest joy was her family.
Nancy and her husband, Donald Mathieu, were married for 65 years. Most of this time was spent in Princeton at their beloved...
Nancy C. (Grierson) Derby
Aug 23, 2026
TOWNSEND - Nancy C. (Grierson) Derby, 78, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Sunday, August 23, 2026.
Born in Waltham and raised in Maynard, Nancy was the daughter of the late William and Barbara (Davis) Grierson. She attended Maynard Public Schools and was a graduate of Maynard High School, Class of 1965. Following graduation, Nancy continued her education...
Jeffrey R. Sears
Aug 22, 2026
BOYLSTON - Jeffrey “Jeff” Sears, 51, passed away peacefully at home on August 22, 2026.
Jeff was, first and foremost, a deeply dedicated father who poured his heart into raising his son, Aiden—instilling in him the value of hard work, an appreciation for the quiet beauty of nature, and the strength to face life’s challenges. A true jack-of-all-trades, Jeff was always...
Kevin A. Dupree
Aug 20, 2026
GARDNER – Kevin A. Dupree, 70, beloved husband of Bobbie Ann (Bean) Dupree, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center-University Campus. Born and raised in Worcester, he was the son of the late Donald and Alice (Roth) Dupree.
Those who knew Kevin best will remember his passion for music. He could often be found writing...
Richard E. Ballou
Aug 18, 2026
OAKHAM -Richard E. Ballou, 68, beloved husband of Wendy L. (Maxwell) Ballou, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center, University Campus. Born in Southbridge and raised in Holland, he was the son of the late Donald A. and Nancy E. (Clark) Ballou Lawrence.
Rick enjoyed a long career as a...
Virginia E. Wilman
Aug 18, 2026
Holden - Virginia Edson Wilman, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026. Born on December 21, 1936, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Virginia was the beloved daughter of Theodore R. and Beatrice (Manning) Edson. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Mary E. Hunt, her brother John H. Edson, and her husband, James F. Wilman. She is survived by...
Earlene L. (Ferren) Lajoie
Aug 17, 2026
OAKHAM - Earlene L. (Ferren) Lajoie, 92, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 17, 2026, with her children and grandchildren by her side.
She was born in Berlin, New Hampshire, raised in Worcester, MA, and made her home in Oakham for the past 66 years with her husband, the love of her life, who she was married to for 69 years,...
Harry M. Sloate
Aug 13, 2026
Harry Matthew Sloate of Jefferson, Massachusetts, passed away in his fifty-ninth year, on August 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Harry was married to his dear wife Lisa for 33 years, and together they had four beautiful children, Zoey, Samantha, Jamie, and Matthew.
Born in Syracuse, New York, he was the son of Harry M. Sloate Sr. and Patricia (Cavanaugh)...
Timothy A Kenda
Aug 13, 2026
Rutland - Timothy A. Kenda, 37, sadly passed away on August 13, 2026, after a long battle with addiction.
Tim was a bright, handsome and funny guy. He was quick with a joke or an outlandish story to try to brighten someone’s day. He was very knowledgeable and adventurous. He had a strong passion for music, but punk was among his...
Leonard Zack
Aug 13, 2026
WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Leonard Zack, age 89, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2026. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, stepfather, and friend.
Leonard was a man of unwavering strength, determination, and conviction. Once he made a decision, there was no changing his mind. He believed in doing things his way and lived his life with confidence, purpose,...
Kevin F. O'Connor
Aug 12, 2026
Shrewsbury - Kevin Francis O'Connor Sr., “Okie”, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus.
Kevin was born in Worcester, Massachusetts, to his parents, Abbie and John O'Connor. He grew up in Worcester and was a proud graduate of South High School.
After high school, Kevin began college at Peru State College, where he met...
Robert A. "Bob-O" Duval
Aug 12, 2026
BARRE - Robert A. “Bob-O” Duval, 72, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston.
Born in Ware and raised in Barre, Robert was the son of the late Robert J. and Angelina S. (Femino) Duval. He attended Barre public schools and was a graduate of Quabbin Regional High...
Gilberte "Gil" L. Tremblay
Aug 11, 2026
RUTLAND – Gilberte L. “Gil” (Beaudette) Tremblay, 95, beloved wife of the late Rene H. Tremblay, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, with her family by her side at Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing at Southgate. Born and raised in Leominster, she was the daughter of the late Adrien and Solange (Theroux) Beaudette.
Gil graduated from The David Hale Fanning...
James Joy
Aug 11, 2026
STERLING – James Joy, 92, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving nieces, on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Born in Worcester and raised in Sterling, James was the son of the late Frederick E. and Mamie (Ashe) Joy. He attended Sterling public schools and was a graduate of Leominster Vocational High School.
Following high school, James...
Craig and Theresa Bell
Aug 10, 2026
HOLDEN – Craig and Theresa Bell - Craig E. Bell, 74, passed away unexpectedly in the comfort of his home on Monday, August 10, 2026. His beloved wife of 51 years, Theresa J. (Dion) Bell, 71, passed away on Thursday, August 20, 2026, after a period of declining health.
Born and raised in Holden, Craig was the son of the late...
Alexander W. "Al" Macdonald
Aug 10, 2026
SHREWSBURY - Alexander W. Macdonald, 99, of Shrewsbury, MA, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026. A life well lived.
Born on July 12, 1927 in Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia. Al was predeceased by his wife of 58 years, Grace Charlton and his son, Gary Macdonald. Survived by his daughters, Kim Bollus and son in law Jack Bollus of Holden, MA,...
Christopher M. Welch
Aug 9, 2026
STERLING - Christopher M. Welch, 36, left us far too soon on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Born in Concord, and raised in Stow, MA, Chris was the cherished son of Anne (Braat) Welch, and the late Richard B. Welch.
He is survived by Ashley (Stone) Welch, his wife and partner of 13 years, and their precious 2-month-old daughter, Molly, who was...
Deborah J. Ham
Aug 8, 2026
HOLDEN - Deborah J. Ham, 74, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus in Worcester.
Born and raised in Holden, Deborah was the daughter of the late John and Beverly (Baer) Ham. She attended the Holden Public Schools and was a graduate of Wachusett Regional High School. Following...
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