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Kathleen M. Kersus
Nov 7, 2025
JEFFERSON - Kathleen Kersus, 76, of Jefferson, MA passed away peacefully surrounded by her family at Tufts Medical Center on November 7, 2025. Kathy was born and raised in Worcester, the daughter of the late James A. Dorsey, Jr. and Kathleen (Garvey) Dorsey.
She first met her husband, Gerald Kersus, on the Edgemere No. 14 bus in the 8th grade. They...
Evelyn E. Fish
Nov 7, 2025
Worcester - Evelyn E Fish 92 years old formerly of Holden and West Boylston passed away peacefully on November 7 at the Oasis at Dodge Park nursing home .
Born in Worcester , she grew up on Nelson Place with her parents Herbert and Margret Anderson and brother Robert . She was a grade A student all through grade school and...
Barbara Hemenway-Roberti
Nov 7, 2025
STERLING - Barbara A. Hemenway-Roberti, 79 of Sterling, passed away peacefully on November 7, 2025. She is the loving wife of Ronald Roberti with whom she has shared over 35 years of marriage.
Born in Worcester, the daughter of the late William and Elizabeth (Sullivan) Burns. She worked for many years at St. Vincent Hospital as a surgical nurse, and then...
Donald Provost
Nov 6, 2025
PAXTON – Donald J. Provost, aged 63, cherished husband of Susan Swartz-Provost, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Thursday, November 6, 2025. He was born in Albany, NY and raised in Rutland, MA, being the son of the late David and Barbara (Hill) Provost.
Donald completed his education at Wachusett Regional High School, Class of 1979. He subsequently enjoyed a...
Phyllis Booth
Nov 5, 2025
PRINCETON - Phyllis Booth, a mother, grandmother, sister, gardener, animal advocate, baker, and retired longtime local news reporter, passed away peacefully on November 5th, 2025 in her home. She was 83.
Born in Worcester, MA, Phyllis grew up in West Boylston and then lived in Princeton for most of her adult life, where she raised a son and tended to her...
Robert Vako
Nov 5, 2025
WORCESTER - Robert Vako, 83, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
Born in Progradec, Albania, Robert was the son of the late Kostaq and Dhorka (Gusho) Vako. Following his graduation from high school, Robert proudly served in the Albanian Armed Forces. For over 60 years, he dedicated his...
Robert L. Hubbard
Nov 4, 2025
Hubbardston - Robert Lyndon Hubbard, age 88, passed away peacefully on Tuesday November 4, 2025 at St. Mary Healthcare Center. He was born in Gardner, the son of the late William F. Hubbard and Amy V. (Bankowski) Hubbard. Robert was a lifelong resident of the Town of Hubbardston.
Robert was predeceased by his loving wife Barbara, with whom he spent 67...
Laurence "Larry" Rettig, Sr.
Nov 4, 2025
HOLDEN - Laurence “Larry” Rettig Sr, 70, passed away suddenly at his home, leaving behind family, friends, and countless lives touched by his generosity and humor. Born and raised in Holden, Larry was the beloved son of Heinz and Estelle Rettig.
He graduated from Wachusett Regional High School in 1973 and went on to work for Heald Machinery before joining the...
Doris S. Wagner
Nov 3, 2025
WORCESTER - Doris S. Wagner, 98, of Worcester, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025 after a long and full life devoted to her family.
Doris is survived by her four children, Dennis Wagner and his wife, Linda of Ashburn, VA; Holly Brazel of Duxbury, MA; Nancy Chanson and her husband, Scott of Worcester; and Cheryl Kassira and her husband, Firas...
Christian W. de Marcken
Nov 1, 2025
Christian W. de Marcken, 97, beloved husband of the late Jeanne G. de Marcken, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 1, 2025, at the Oasis at Dodge Park-Worcester. Born and raised in Uccle, Belgium, he was the son of the late Gustave and Alix de Marcken.
Shortly after high school graduation, he enlisted in the military and proudly served his country...
Mark Coolidge
Nov 1, 2025
Mark A. Coolidge, 62, of Jefferson, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025 after a two year battle with cancer. He is the loving husband of Sandra Iandoli Coolidge with whom he has shared 34 years of marriage.
Born in Jacksonville, North Carolina, the son of the late Alan and Carol (Carney) Coolidge. Mark was raised in Holden and attended Wachusett Regional...
Nancy Shannah (Cunningham) Mann
Oct 31, 2025
Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Friend
RUTLAND - Nancy Shannah (Cunningham) Mann, 90, of Rutland, MA, completed her life’s journey and passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, October 31, 2025. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend, Nancy filled our lives with warmth and love.
Born on November 11, 1934, in Leominster, MA, Nancy...
Rebbetzin Rochele (Magnes) Fogelman
Oct 28, 2025
WORCESTER - Rebbetzin Rochele Fogelman, a pioneering Shlucha and master educator in Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday, 7 Cheshvan, 5786.
She was 98.
Rebbetzin Fogelman, together with her late husband, Rabbi Hershel Fogelman obm, were sent in 1947 by the Frierdiker Rebbe to serve as the pioneering shluchim in Worcester, Massachusetts, where they led the community for an extraordinary 78 years.
The...
Ladd S. "Tiger" Ljungberg
Oct 26, 2025
SPENCER – Ladd S. “Tiger” Ljungberg, 66, passed away at home on Sunday, October 26, 2025. Born in Marblehead and raised in Holden, he was the son of the late David and Nancy (Plumley) Ljungberg.
Tiger was a graduate of Wachusett Regional High School, Class of ’77. He went on to further his education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst where...
Dr. George M. Yancey
Oct 26, 2025
HOLDEN - George Yancey was called home to be with the Lord after a period of declining health at the age of 83 on October 26, 2025. He was cherished by all who knew him and was known for his kind heart, gentle spirit, wisdom and deep love for his family. He was a pillar of faith and strength for...
Robert Benson
Oct 25, 2025
HARDWICK - With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Robert Benson, 82, of Hardwick, on Saturday, October 25, 2025. Bob was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend well known for sharing his passions for fishing, turkey hunting, wildlife photography and woodworking.
Born and raised in Holden, Bob was the son of the late Milton and Mary (Splaine) Benson. He...
Beverly A. (Brown) Landquist
Oct 25, 2025
Brookfield/Holden - Beverly A. (Brown) Landquist, 78, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 25, 2025, surrounded by love and comfort.
Born in Leominster, she was the cherished daughter of the late Harold E. and Gladys L. (Peacock) Brown. Beverly attended Leominster High School and went on to lead a life marked by hard work, devotion, and quiet...
Raymond A. Leroux
Oct 24, 2025
PRINCETON - Raymond A. Leroux, 86, a devoted husband, proud father of nine, U.S. Army veteran, and long-time Holden businessman, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.
Born in Worcester on April 8, 1939, Raymond was the son of Adrien and Eva (Roy) Leroux of Shrewsbury. He grew up in Shrewsbury and attended Holy Name High School, where he met the...
Richard L. Morissette
Oct 23, 2025
GARDNER – Richard L. Morissette, 86, beloved husband of Lorraine (Sullivan) Morissette, passed away in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his family, on Thursday, October 23, 2025. Born and raised in Leominster, he was the son of the late Lionel and Mary Ann (Progin) Morissette.
After graduation, Dick enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served his...
Alan E. Nelson
Oct 23, 2025
Franklin – Alan E. Nelson, 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23, 2025, at the Rose Monahan Hospice Residence in Worcester.
Born in Boston, Alan was the beloved son of the late Edward and Lilly (Nordstrom) Nelson Gustafson and was raised in Braintree. He graduated from Braintree High School and went on to earn an associate degree in engineering from...
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