Geraldine M. (Donahue) Villnave

HOLDEN - Geraldine M. (Donahue) Villnave, 91, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Born and raised in Worcester, Geraldine was the daughter of the late Timothy F. and Rose A. (Morrissey) Donahue. She attended St. John’s Catholic School in Worcester. In 1959, she married the love of her life, Edward J. Villnave, at Ascension Church in Worcester, where they began their life together and raised their family.

Geraldine worked for many years as a factory worker. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose greatest joy was spending time with her family. She enjoyed watching television shows from the 1950s, playing games on her iPad, listening to music, taking trips to Maine and New Hampshire, cooking, and relaxing with a glass of wine.

She is survived by her beloved sons, Brian E. Villnave of Rutland and Mark S. Villnave of Holden; her cherished grandchildren, Jason E. Villnave and his wife Lindsay, and Jessica L. Villnave; and her great-grandchildren, Rocco, Luca, and Stella. In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by her seven siblings and her daughter-in-law, Darlene Villnave.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a period of Calling Hours on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street, Holden, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, 114 Princeton Street, Jefferson. Interment will immediately follow at Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Avenue, Paxton.