Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA
Matthew John McElroy
April 25, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Matthew John McElroy, 20, of Worcester, MA on Saturday, April 25, 2026, surrounded by loved ones.
Matthew is received in heaven by Audrey Baldwin, who loved him like a son, and whom he loved like a mother.
Born in Sutton on July 3, 2005, Matthew was diagnosed with multiple complex...
Joseph O'Mara
November 8, 2025
Joseph W. O'Mara, 68, of North Brookfield, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 8, 2025.
He is survived by his brother, George J. O’Mara of Havelock, NC; his sisters, Kathleen Simonelli of North Grafton and Karen Wilson and her husband, Paul, of Worcester; nieces and nephews. Predeceased in death by his brother, Rev. Dennis T. O'Mara.
Joe was born in Worcester, the...
Shawn W. Lizotte
April 26, 2026
Master Sergeant Shawn W. Lizotte, Ret., 49 of Webster, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital after a four-year battle with cancer.
Shawn was born in Worcester and grew up in Auburn where he was a graduate of Auburn High School, Class of 1994. After graduation, Shawn enlisted in...
Gina M Lorusso
April 23, 2026
Gina M. Lorusso, 48, of Charlton, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2026, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.
Gina was born in Worcester on April 20, 1978, and graduated from Holy Name High School. She worked for several companies before accepting a position as department manager at Opus Company in Shrewsbury, where she worked for the past ten years. She...
Bernard "Bernie" Bonne
April 25, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Bernard “Bernie” Bonne, 96, of Worcester, on Saturday, April 25, 2026. He joins the love of his life Silvana “Chippy” in heaven.
Born in Tjimahi, Indonesia on May 24, 1929, Bernie was the son of the late Gerrit and Toeminah (Wongsodrkromo) Bonne.
Bernie was renowned for his love of gardening,...
Rita B. Yankauskas
April 25, 2026
Rita B. Yankauskas, a life-long resident of Worcester, passed away peacefully at 104 years old, on Saturday, April 25, 2026. She is survived and greatly missed by her son Adam Yankauskas III and his husband Philip Bingeman of New Hope, PA; three daughters- Carol Yankauskas of Falmouth, MA, Joan Davini and her husband Bruce of Millbury, MA, and Debrah Azarbyjani...
Vincent A Vilkas
March 11, 2026
Vincent A. Vilkas left this earthy realm and entered Heaven on March 11th, 2026. His passing was unexpected, leaving his beloved wife Gale Hanson heartbroken after thirty-six years of love and companionship.
He was born in Worcester, the son of Vincent J. and Maria M. (Pignataro) Vilkas. He graduated from Shrewsbury High School, earned his prelaw degree from Worcester State and...
Darlene R. Haynes
April 30, 2026
Darlene R. Haynes, 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 30, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was marked by love and dedication to her family. She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years James C. Haynes, Sr. of Boylston; three loving sons- Craig Haynes and his wife...
Robert Parlante
March 1, 2026
It is with a heavy heart we announce that Robert “Bob” C. Parlante, 75, of Tequesta, FL, formerly of Worcester, passed away on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
A loving husband, father, and grandfather, Bob was born October 11, 1950, to the late Pasquale and Emma (Molinari) Parlante of Worcester.
Bob completed his bachelor’s degree in communications and speech at Emerson College in...
Lois A. Pepper
March 21, 2026
Lois (Borbone) Pepper, 84, of Millbury, passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family on March 21, 2026, after a short illness.
Lois lived a life full of warmth, humor, and deep connection to those around her. Though just 4’6”, she was truly a powerhouse of personality—funny, caring, and loved by everyone who had the privilege of knowing...
Michael S. Ustaitis
April 18, 2026
Michael S. “Uey” Ustaitis, 57 of Worcester, passed away on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at home.
Michael was born in Worcester and grew up on Grafton Hill, something he loved and was very proud of. He frequently told many memorable stories about his years growing up. Michael worked in various positions in the construction industry for many years, most recently HVAC....
Albert J. Dezotell
April 29, 2026
Albert J. Dezotell, age 69Born March 13, 1957Passed away April 29, 2026
Albert J. Dezotell, of Mashpee, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. He was born and raised in Newton, the beloved son of the late William R. Dezotell and Estelle L. (Lupo) Dezotell.
Albert is survived by his wife, Sheila A. (Moquin) Dezotell...
Norman G Limoges
April 24, 2026
NORMAN G. LIMOGES E.d.D., of Leicester, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on April 24, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved.
Norman was a beloved husband, father, uncle, educator, former priest, mentor and friend to many, who was born in Claremont, New Hampshire, on February 15, 1934, the son of William and Irene (Lambert) Limoges. At the age of 22,...
Steven Thuan Le
April 23, 2026
Steven Thuan Le, 61 years old, a Vietnamese immigrant, passed away peacefully to Jesus, Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, surrounded by the family he loved in Worcester, Massachusetts.
Steven was born September 12, 1964 in Vietnam, one of seven children of Trong Quang Le and Xuan Thi Vo. Raised and educated in Vietnam, Steven immigrated to the United States in 1994, arriving...
Charlotte (Aboody) Stockhaus
April 22, 2026
MILLBURY – Charlotte M. (Aboody) Stockhaus, 91, a longtime resident of Millbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones, Wednesday, April 22, 2026. She is reunited in heaven with her husband of 43 years, C. Richard “Dick'' Stockhaus, who passed away March 31, 2000.
Charlotte was born in Worcester, one of 9 children of Lebanese immigrants, Salem and Rose (Halal) Aboody....
Brian M. Moquin, Sr.
April 20, 2026
Brian M. Moquin Sr. of Millbury, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, April 20, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Worcester and raised in Millbury, the son of the late Walter J. Moquin Sr. and Elsie M. (Gremo) Moquin.
Brian is survived by his devoted fiancée, Lynne Puzar of Millbury; his two daughters, Brianna M. Mendez...
Janice M. Hurd
April 20, 2026
Janice M. (Cote) Hurd, 88 of Charlton, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026 at UMass Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.
Janice was born in Worcester and grew up in Shrewsbury, the only daughter of Alfred J. and Evelyn M. (Dufresne) Cote. She worked as a knitter for Worcester Knitting Company for over 35 years before retiring. Janice...
Yelizaveta Voloshina
April 20, 2026
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Yelizaveta Voloshina, 91, of West Boylston, on Monday, April 20, 2026.
A Calling Hour will be held for Yelizaveta on Thursday, April 23, 2026, starting at 11:00a.m. until her Funeral Service at 12:00p.m. in the Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. Yelizaveta will be laid to...
Thaddeus P. "Ted" Skowronski, III
April 19, 2026
Thaddeus P. “Ted” Skowronski, III, 46, of Oxford, passed away on Sunday, April 19, 2026, while surrounded by loving family at Saint Vincent Hospital, following complications from surgery.
Ted is survived by his loving mother, who was also his best friend, Patricia A. (Viscosi) Sheehan and her husband Walter C. Sheehan, Ted's stepfather of 30 years who was just like a...
Dora Danzilio
April 17, 2026
Dora D. (DiPilato) Danzilio, 96, of Worcester, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2026, in the comfort of her home. She is reunited in Heaven with her beloved husband, Anthony Danzilio, and their daughter, Cheryl Benoit, who died in 2012.
Dora is survived by her twin sons, John Anthony Danzilio of Worcester, and Anthony John Danzilio and his wife Jane Carlson...
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