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Laurie A. (Demarco) Colorio
Apr 1, 2025
West Boylston – Laurie A. (DeMarco) Colorio, 67, died peacefully on Tuesday, April 1, 2025. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Mario and Raffaela (Lapriore) DeMarco. Laurie graduated from the former Marion High School with the class of 1975. She attended Salter Secretarial School and had a passion for exploring her spirituality. She will be lovingly...
William J. Powers Iii
Mar 31, 2025
HOLDEN – William “Bill” J. Powers III, 69, of Holden, passed away surrounded by his loved ones on March 31, 2025 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Bill was born on March 2, 1956, in Worcester, the son of the late William J. and Margaret A. (Coomey) Powers. Raised in Worcester, Bill attended local schools and was a proud graduate...
Daniel P. Gonzalez
Mar 31, 2025
LUNENBURG - Daniel "Danny" P. Gonzalez, 55, of Lunenburg, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Stephanie (Hubacheck) Gonzalez, with whom he shared 29 beautiful years of marriage.Born in Cambridge to the late Manuel "Manny" and Helen "Fern" (Lewis) Gonzalez, Danny was raised with a strong sense of family and love. While living in...
Paul A. Kozlowski
Mar 30, 2025
Paul A. Kozlowski, beloved husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend, passed peacefully at home, surrounded by the loving embrace of his family on March 30, 2025. Born on September 19, 1954, to the late Edward and Arlene Kozlowski, Paul grew up in Holyoke, MA. He graduated from Holyoke High School and went on to earn a degree in Civil...
June E. Rybicki
Mar 30, 2025
Worcester / Arcadia, CA — June E. (Nichols) Rybicki, 98, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, March 30, 2025. Born in Upton, June was the cherished daughter of the late George and Grace E. (Austin) Nichols. A proud graduate of Upton High School, she was the last surviving member of the Class of 1953. She continued her education at...
Saul Shelton
Mar 30, 2025
The Graveside Funeral Service for Saul Shelton will be available for live streaming (and after) beginning at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 1, 2025 via the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25031456773031 . STERLING, MA - Saul (Schlitten) Shelton passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025. He leaves behind his daughter Amy Lembo and husband, Pat; as well as his other daughter, Deborah...
Phillips Christopherson
Mar 28, 2025
STERLING - Phillips Christopherson, 94, of Sterling, passed away peacefully on March 28, 2025. He is the loving wife of Barbara (Forsberg) Christopherson. He is the beloved father of Colin Christopherson of Somerville, and the late Scott Christopherson.There will be no services at this time.Arrangements entrusted to the care of Miles-Sterling Funeral Home & Tribute Center. To leave a condolence...
Jenny (Levent) Ahtof
Mar 28, 2025
WORCESTER - Jenny (Levent) Ahtof, 76, devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and the heart of her family, passed away peacefully after a courageous 24-year battle with breast cancer. Surrounded by love until the very end, she leaves behind a legacy of strength, kindness, and unwavering devotion to those she cherished most. Born in Istanbul, Turkey, she was the daughter of Nessim...
David Ladd
Mar 28, 2025
WORCESTER - David Ladd left his earthly existence March 28, 2025, one month shy of his 97th birthday. David was a devoted father and husband, showering his children and wife with loving care, and instilling and modeling the values of honesty, integrity and humor. David was predeceased by his loving wife of 72 years, Ruth. He leaves his three children,...
Mary Ellen Johnson
Mar 26, 2025
Holden – Mary Ellen (Fitts) Johnson, 86, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at Holden Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. She was born in Southbridge, the daughter of the late William and Mary (LaChapelle) Fitts and graduated from Southbridge High School. Mary went on to earn a Bachelor of Science from the College of Our Lady of the Elms...
Raymond L. Alger
Mar 26, 2025
WORCESTER - Raymond Alger, born on July 18, 1940 in Worcester, passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at the age of 84, residing at Odd Fellows Nursing Home at the time of his passing. Raymond was a man of quiet strength and deep thought, whose life journey was marked by commitment to his beliefs and his community. Raymond’s early...
Steven A. Bruso
Mar 26, 2025
RUTLAND – Steven A. Bruso, age 64, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at home in Rutland. Born in Stoneham, the son of the late Galen and Wilda (Hardy) Bruso. Steve was raised in Lancaster where he graduated from South Lancaster Academy, class of 1979. After high school, Steve had a lifelong career in construction, eventually owning his...
David H. Whitmore
Mar 25, 2025
STERLING - David H. Whitmore, 78, of Sterling, passed away peacefully on March 25, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of dedication, curiosity, and kindness. He is the loving husband of Judith (Anderson) Whitmore, with whom he has shared 51 years of marriage.Born in Fitchburg, the son of the late Ronald and Elsa (Vennberg) Whitmore, David grew up among the apple...
Rita (Blyden) Roth
Mar 24, 2025
The Funeral Service for Rita (Blyden) Roth will be available for live streaming (and after) beginning at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, March 26th via the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25032465447800 . WORCESTER – Rita (Blyden) Roth, age 92, died peacefully on Monday, March 24th, 2025, at the Jewish Healthcare Center, surrounded by the loving presence of her family. Born in Worcester, Rita...
Roland A Laprade
Mar 23, 2025
HOLDEN - Roland Arthur LaPrade, 93, of Holden, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on July 29, 1931, to Arthur and Sadie (Johnson) LaPrade. Roland was raised in Holden and attended local grade schools. He was a three-sport athlete who graduated from Holden High School in 1948. Following high school, Roland attended a...
Richard E. Crompton
Mar 21, 2025
RUTLAND -Richard E. Crompton, 78, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, March 21, 2025. Born and raised in Worcester, Richard was the son of Thomas A. and Marjorie F. (Johnson) Crompton and spent the last 54 years making Rutland his cherished home. He is survived by his beloved wife...
Sage Julius Sandman
Mar 18, 2025
WEST BOYLSTON - Sage J. Sandman, just 8 months old, passed away tragically on March 18, 2025, leaving an unfillable space in the hearts of all who knew and loved him. Born on July 7, 2024, to Jordan Sandman and Cassidy Borjeson, Sage was a radiant light-his bright eyes and infectious laughter bringing warmth to everyone around him. Though his...
Althea M. Clark
Mar 18, 2025
Althea M. Clark, 85, of Hubbardston, formerly a longtime resident of Tewksbury, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025. She is the beloved wife of the late Edward F. Clark, Jr. Althea was born in Melrose, the daughter of Frederick and Alice (Carroll) Grace. She worked for over 50 years for the New England Telephone Company until her retirement. She...
David S. Matis
Mar 15, 2025
JEFFERSON - David S. Matis, 60, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Saturday, March 15, 2025. Born in Worcester and raised in Jefferson (Holden), he was the son of the late Sigmund A. Matis and Jacqueline G. (Fairbanks) Matis. Dave fought a hard battle with Metastatic Renal Cell Carcinoma for 4 1/2 years. He will be...
Susan L. Matys
Mar 15, 2025
Susan Laska Matys April 30, 1957 - March 15, 2025 Susan Matys, 67, passed away after a valiant battle with cancer. Sue was born and raised in Worcester and resided in Holden for many years. She leaves her husband Rich; her children, Luke, Brandon, Nick, and Sarah; along with her mother Violet Laska; and siblings, Sandra Jackson and Stephen Laska....
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