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Judith E. Karlsson
May 1, 2026
SHREWSBURY/HOLDEN – Judith (Swanson) Karlsson, 77, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026, at Marlborough Hills Rehabilitation and Health Center.
She is survived by her devoted husband of forty years, Peter Karlsson of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts; her daughter, Kristen Kenney and her husband David of Bolton, Connecticut; and her son, Michael Berard and his wife Sarah of Avon, Connecticut. She was the...
Paul L. Lavallee
Apr 30, 2026
WORCESTER – Paul L. Lavallee, 64, passed away in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his beloved family, on Thursday, April 30, 2026.
Born in Worcester and raised in Millbury, Paul was the son of the late A. Roger and H. Janice (Langway) Lavallee. He attended Assumption Catholic School and was a graduate of Holy Name Central Catholic High School....
Elizabeth "Betty Ann" Hazelhurst
Apr 28, 2026
WORCESTER - It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother and “Nanny”, Elizabeth Ann (Brosnan) Hazelhurst, 87. Born and raised in Worcester, Betty, affectionately known as Betty Ann to many, lived her entire life in the city she loved. She grew up on Grafton Hill, the youngest child of Leo J. Brosnan and Gladys...
Paul H. Janowicz
Apr 27, 2026
STERLING – Paul H. Janowicz, 74, passed away on April 27, 2026.
Paul was born in Worcester, MA the youngest of three sons to Walter and Emily (Grigas) Janowicz. He grew up on the family dairy farm where he developed a strong work ethic that he carried throughout his life. He attended Leominster Trade School where he learned drafting, laying the...
Dorothy-Ann Thunberg
Apr 26, 2026
MILLBURY- Dorothy-Ann “Dottie-Ann” (Gray) Thunberg, 79, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 26, 2026, at UMass Memorial Healthcare – University Campus in Worcester.
Born in Worcester, she was the beloved daughter of the late Robert W. and Dorothy K. (Moran) Gray and a proud graduate of South High School.
Dottie-Ann continued her education at Salter Secretarial School before embarking on a dedicated...
Elana Helene Bouzaglo Garabedian
Apr 26, 2026
WORCESTER – Elana Helene Bouzaglo Garabedian, age 78, died peacefully at home on Sunday, April 26, 2026, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. Born in Casablanca, Morocco, Elana was the daughter of Shimon and Mazal (Sebag) Bouzaglo.
A licensed Cosmetologist, Elana worked for many years as a Manicurist at several area salons.
Elana will be lovingly missed and remembered by...
Richard J. Madden
Apr 25, 2026
WOODSTOCK, CT/STERLING, MA - Richard J. Madden, 58, formerly of Sterling, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on April 25th, 2026, after a long-fought battle with Cancer. Born on July 12, 1967, Richard was the son of Joseph E. Madden and Carla J. (Miele) O'Malley and lived 28 years in Sterling and the last 26 years in Woodstock. He...
Gudrun S. Paulino
Apr 21, 2026
WORCESTER – Gudrun S. Paulino, 87, formerly of Holden and the beloved wife of the late John J. Paulino, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia in 1939, she was the daughter of the late Capt. Axel Johannsson and Asta (Johannsson) Johannsson. Gudrun was raised in Melrose and...
Janet M. (Jones) Ahearn
Apr 21, 2026
RUTLAND – Janet M. (Jones) Ahearn, 88, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, April 21, 2026. She joined her husband on his 90th heavenly birthday. Born in Worcester, Janet was the daughter of W. Stanley Jones and Mildred S. (Prince) Jones. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years, John T. Ahearn and her sister...
Emilia Medina
Apr 20, 2026
WEST BOYLSTON – Emilia Medina, formerly of Worcester, Massachusetts, age 91, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026 at the Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center in West Boylston. Born in Carolina, Puerto Rico, she was the daughter of the late Modesto Medina and Maria Encarnacion.
Emilia spent her younger years in Puerto Rico. When she was 20, her family...
Diane M. Routhier
Apr 17, 2026
WILLINGTON, CT – Diane M. (Ramsey) Routhier, 74, beloved wife of Donald Routhier, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, April 17, 2026. Born and raised in Worcester, she was the daughter of the late Clarence and Beverly (Miller) Ramsey.
Diane enjoyed a long career working for Guarantee Bank in Worcester. In...
Dorcas Clisty McCracken
Apr 17, 2026
HOLDEN - Dorcas Clisty McCracken, 93, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 17, 2026. A resident of Holden since 1963, she was the beloved wife of Robert "Bob" McCracken, with whom she shared 74 years of marriage.
Born in Worcester to the late Edward and Dorcas Barrus of Leicester, Dorcas was the eldest of 11 children. In addition to...
Evonne E. Malcomson
Apr 15, 2026
RUTLAND – Evonne E. (Browne) Malcomson, 95, beloved wife of the late Malcolm R. Malcomson, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Born and raised in Wyandotte, MI, she was the eldest of six children to Arthur and Edna (Bush) Browne.
She met and married her husband, Malcolm, and together they moved to Ohio...
Kenneth R. Wilder
Apr 15, 2026
RUTLAND – Kenneth R. Wilder, 85, beloved husband of Lucille M. “Lucy” (LeBlanc) Wilder, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Born and raised in Lowell, he was the son of the late Catherine (Lynch) Wilder.
Ken proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps. He enjoyed...
Donald E. Cox
Apr 15, 2026
STERLING - Donald E. Cox, 63, passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2026. He is the loving husband and best friend of Helen Haran with whom he has shared the past 10 years.
Born in West Boylston, Donald is the son of the late Donald and Geraldine (Nader) Cox. Donald worked for UMass Memorial hospital for over 30 years as a...
Arthur Z. Greenseid
Apr 15, 2026
DUDLEY – Arthur Z. Greenseid, age 80, died peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, surrounded by the loving presence of his family.
Born in Joplin, Missouri, he was the son of Joseph and Sylvia (Green) Greenseid. Art graduated from Nottingham High School in Syracuse, attended Onondaga Community College, and earned a degree in Business Administration and teaching credentials from...
Robert D. Croucher
Apr 13, 2026
WESTBOROUGH - Robert “Bob” D. Croucher, age 91, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at the Rose Monahan Hospice House, surrounded by family after a brief and unexpected illness. He was born in Richmond Hills NY, the only child of Ruth and George Croucher. He was married to Judith, his wife of 69 years who predeceased him in 2023,...
Beverly (Rafer) Rothstein
Apr 13, 2026
FRAMINGHAM - Beverly (Rafer) Rothstein, 96, formerly of Worcester and most recently of Framingham, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, April 13, 2026. She was the beloved wife of Milton Rothstein, with whom she shared 64 devoted years of marriage until his passing in 2016.
Born and raised in Fitchburg, Beverly was the daughter of Arthur and Dora (Solomon)...
Alan Creamer
Apr 12, 2026
HOLDEN - Alan A. Creamer, 85, of Kiln, Mississippi, formerly of Holden, MA passed away on April 12, 2026. He is the loving husband of the late Claudia M. (Holmes) Creamer who predeceased him in 2024.
Alan graduated from Massachusetts College of Art with a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts. He worked as a firefighter for many years, an EMT, and...
Sue Ellen Moriarty
Apr 11, 2026
WORCESTER- Sue- Susie (Ocken) Moriarty, 82, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at UMass Memorial Healthcare- Memorial Campus in Worcester. Born in Worcester, She was the beloved daughter of the late Philp and Sadye ( Feldman) Ocken and a sister of Arlene Simmonds of Covina, CA, and a proud graduate of Commerce High school.
Sue devoted over 40 years...
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