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Brenda Verduin Dean
Feb 13, 2025
WORCESTER – Brenda (Richmond) Verduin Dean, age 84, died peacefully on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, at the Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester, with her devoted husband, Dr. Herbert M. Dean by her side. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of Robert and Sadie (Goldberg) Richmond. Brenda graduated from North High School, attended Wheelock College, graduated from Columbia University, and...
Patricia L. Scarborough
Feb 13, 2025
Patricia L. Scarborough, 73, of Rutland, MA passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13th, 2025, at the Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester, after a long and hard-fought battle with Lewy Body Dementia. Patty was born on January 5th, 1952, in Worcester. She was the daughter of Bruce and Lucy Card of Shrewsbury. Patty graduated from Shrewsbury High School in 1970...
David E. Kinell
Feb 11, 2025
BARRE - David E. Kinell, 58, passed away suddenly on February 11, 2025, at UMass Memorial Medical Center. He was born on September 3, 1966, to Edwin E. and Hildegard A. (Johnson) Kinell in Worcester, MA. David attended local grade school in Holden and then Rutland. He was a 1984 graduate of Wachusett Regional High School. Upon graduating high school,...
Grace M. Leblanc
Feb 10, 2025
WEBSTER - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Grace M. LeBlanc, 77, of Webster, Massachusetts. Grace was a woman whose presence could brighten any room, always carrying a warm smile and an unwavering spirit, even in the face of life’s greatest challenges. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and loving partner. She leaves behind her...
Harriet Bernice (Comen) Paige
Feb 9, 2025
WORCESTER – Harriet Bernice (Comen) Paige, age 101, died peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at the Jewish Healthcare Center. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Joseph and Rose (Marcus) Comen. Harriet will be lovingly missed and remembered by her three sons, Michael Paige and his wife, Cathy of Doylestown, PA, Richard Paige and his wife Jackie of...
Maria Louisa Millett
Feb 8, 2025
PRINCETON - Maria L. Millett, 65, passed away peacefully with loved ones on the evening of February 8, 2025. She was born on December 17, 1959, in Brooklyn, NY to Knolly Everard Millett born in Trinidad, and Mavis Mercedes (de Bourg) Millett born in Cuba. She grew up in Long Island, NY and was the second youngest of five siblings....
Howard Cotton
Feb 8, 2025
WORCESTER - Howard Cotton, aged 95, passed away peacefully on February 8, 2025, in Worcester. Born in Andover, he was the eldest son of Alberta and George Cotton. Howard is survived by his children, Judy Moran and her husband, Steve Moran of Hebron, CT, Patty Cotton and her husband, John Raymond of Somersworth, NH and George Cotton and his wife,...
James L. Demarco
Feb 7, 2025
HOLDEN - James L. DeMarco, 68, beloved husband of Linda (Blanchard) DeMarco, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, February 7, 2025. Born and raised in Worcester, Jim was the son of the late Mario and Rae (Lopriore) DeMarco. After attending Northeast Institute of Industrial Technology, Jim went on to enjoy...
Maxine Susan Moore
Feb 7, 2025
STERLING - Maxine S. (Fox) Moore 84, lovingly known as "Susie," passed away peacefully on February 7, 2025, at her home in Sterling MA. She was born on May 7, 1940, in Clinton, MA to the late Max J. Fox and Marie B. (Laurens) Fox. Maxine was a proud graduate of Clinton High School and a lifelong member of the...
Valerie Ann Kerxhalli
Feb 6, 2025
HOLDEN -- Valerie Ann Kerxhalli, 65, lived a life of love, service, and adventure. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts to Vera and Steven Kerxhalli, Valerie and her sister, Audrey, grew up in West Boylston surrounded by her large and loving Albanian-American family. They often played, and later worked, in their family's small grocery store in Holden - Christo's Fairway -- and...
Jacob Murray Halzel
Feb 5, 2025
The Funeral Service for Jacob Murray Halzel will be available for live streaming (and after) beginning at 11:00 AM on Monday, February 10, 2025 via the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25028944160211 WORCESTER - Jacob Murray Halzel, 24, the beloved son of Gary L. and Betsy A. (Lyon) Halzel, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at...
Donald H. Stillman
Feb 5, 2025
Donald Holman Stillman, Jr., 75, of Holden, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2025, surrounded by his wife and children. Don Stillman was born on September 16, 1949, in Evanston, Illinois to Donald and Patricia (Robillard) Stillman. He was raised in Darien, Connecticut, with his elder sister Cici, before going off to earn his degree in film studies at...
Antonietta Froio
Feb 4, 2025
Antonietta Froio, 90, of Worcester, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family, on Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Born and raised in Montauro, Province of Catanzaro, Italy, Antonietta was the youngest child of Antonio Pisano and Caterina (Trapasso) LaGrottoria. In 1959, she immigrated to the United States. On November 1, 1960, in Montauro, Antonietta...
Betty J. Carlson
Feb 3, 2025
Holden/Spencer – Betty J. (Wehkoja) Carlson, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, February 3, 2025, surrounded by the comfort of her loved ones. Born in Worcester, Betty was the daughter of the late Bernhardt B. and Lillian A. (Dufva) Wehkoja. She was a proud graduate of Commerce High School and dedicated many years of service as a secretary...
Blanche K Feldman
Feb 2, 2025
COLUMBIA, SC - Blanche (Khedouri) Feldman, 91, formerly of Worcester, passed away peacefully at her home in Columbia, SC, on Sunday, February 2, 2025, after an illness. Born in Baghdad, Iraq, she was the cherished daughter of David and Flora (Meir) Khedouri. Blanche spent the last 20 years of her life in Columbia. She was predeceased by her beloved husband,...
Donald J. Morrow
Feb 2, 2025
Donald's service will be livestreamed at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, February 11th and will be available for viewing at this link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25023894056613 Spencer – Donald J. Morrow, 88, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home on Sunday, February 2, 2025. Born in West Boylston, he was the son of the late William J. and Sarah (Priest) Morrow. He...
Glenn A. Meltzer
Feb 2, 2025
The Memorial Service for Dr. Glenn Meltzer will be available for live streaming (and after) beginning at 12:00 pm on Friday, February 7, 2025 via the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25022751743061 WORCESTER – Dr. Glenn A. Meltzer, age 84, died on Sunday, February 2nd , 2025, at The Oasis at Dodge Park in Worcester, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Worcester,...
John K. Ogasian, Jr.
Feb 2, 2025
YARMOUTH PORT/HOLDEN – John K. Ogasian, Jr., age 89, passed away peacefully at home in Yarmouth Port on Sunday, February 2, 2025. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Oghgasian) Ogasian. John grew up in Worcester (Bell Hill) and after high school, went on to graduate from Mass School of Radio and TV in...
Theresa E. Viapiano
Feb 1, 2025
RUTLAND - Theresa E. (Leenders) Viapiano, 85, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 1, 2025, surrounded by her loving family after a period of illness. Born in the Netherlands, Theresa was the daughter of Walter and Agnes Leenders. She lived in Worcester for 55 years before moving to Rutland in 2019. Theresa will be deeply missed by her devoted husband...
Elizabeth D. Krikorian
Feb 1, 2025
Elizabeth D. Krikorian, 91, of Worcester, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025. She is the loving daughter of Jacob and Zarouhi (Calafian) Krikorian. Born on March 19, 1933 in Worcester, Elizabeth graduated from high school and went on to work for the Norton Company until her early retirement at age 55. She was a fun-loving person who will be...
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