Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA

Steven K Donaghy

Steven K Donaghy

March 28, 2026

Steven K. Donaghy, 67, a lifelong resident of Worcester MA, passed away Saturday, March 28th 2026 with the ones he loved, gathered at his bedside, after a long battle with heart disease.

A period of calling hours will be held Saturday, April 4th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm followed by a celebration of life service in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME...

Antonio "Tony" Chionchio

Antonio "Tony" Chionchio

March 26, 2026

WORCESTER: Antonio “Tony” Chionchio, 85, of Worcester, a loving, husband, father, and grandfather passed away surrounded by family, Thursday, March 26th 2026 after a series of health challenges. Tony is welcomed into heaven into the arms of his daughter, Anne E. Porcaro who passed away in 1991.

Tony was born May 9th, 1940, in Vieste Foggia, Italy, one of nine children...

Peter G. Whelan

Peter G. Whelan

March 26, 2026

Shrewsbury- Peter G. Whelan, 75, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on March 26, 2026 after a brief illness. He is survived and greatly missed by his beloved wife Deborah (Gannon) Whelan, with whom he shared forty three years of marriage; two children: Greg Whelan and Meaghan Whelan; a sister Deborah A. Whelan; many nieces and...

Michael Ragaini

Michael Ragaini

March 25, 2026

Michael Ragaini, 78, of West Boylston, passed away with family by his side on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.

Michael is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years, Linda (Marchese) Ragaini of West Boylston; his loving children, Gina Page and her husband Scott of Punta Gorda, Florida, and Joseph Ragaini and his wife Melissa of Millbury; his grandchildren, Summer and Tenley...

Susan (Danzilio) Wolfson

Susan (Danzilio) Wolfson

March 23, 2026

Susan C. (Danzilio) Wolfson, 73 of Marlborough, passed away peacefully Monday, March 23, 2026, after a period of declining health.

Susan was born in Worcester, the daughter of Joseph and Catherine (Valarioti) Danzilio. Raised in Marlboro, Susan graduated from Marlborough High School and earned her associates degree from Grahm Junior College in Boston. Susan then went on to have an illustrious...

Margaret A. (Novak) Angus

Margaret A. (Novak) Angus

February 26, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Margaret A. (Novak) Angus, 81, of Worcester, on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

Born May 26, 1944, in Worcester, Margaret was the daughter of the late Walter J. and Mary A. (O’Sullivan) Novak. Margaret was a graduate of Commerce High School class of 1961.

Margaret enjoyed listening to music and going...

Vincent A Vilkas

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...

Robert Parlante

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

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...

Mary "Betty" DiReda

Mary "Betty" DiReda

March 23, 2026

Mary “Betty” DiReda, 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, 2026 at the Jewish Healthcare Center in Worcester. She is survived and greatly missed by her three loving children- Grace Susan Foley and her husband Michael of Jefferson, Anthony S. DiReda and his wife Sandra of Shrewsbury, and Steven G. DiReda and his wife Susan of Shrewsbury; eight cherished...

Roger Charles Carroll

Roger Charles Carroll

March 21, 2026

Roger Charles Carroll, 83, of Shrewsbury, formerly of Worcester, passed away peacefully Saturday March 21st, 2026, after a period of declining health.

Roger was born in Worcester, the son of George H. and Mary Katherine (Lynch) Carroll. He was raised in Worcester after High School joined the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War, wearing the cloth of his country proudly...

Susan B. Wheaton

Susan B. Wheaton

March 19, 2026

Susan (Bohenko) Wheaton, 80, of Webster, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at UMass Hospital in Worcester. She was predeceased by her spouse, Vicky Laney.

Susan is survived by her children, Thomas Wheaton and his wife Daranee, Chad Wheaton and his wife Yuri, and Heather Wheaton; five grandchildren, Ian, Sam, Minato, Sareya, and Chotana; six siblings, Patrick, Peggy, Joanne, Richard,...

Kathy Ann Loverro

Kathy Ann Loverro

March 19, 2026

Kathy Ann Loverro, 66, a lifelong resident of Worcester passed away peacefully, Thursday, March 19, 2026, after a period of declining health.

Kathy was born in Worcester, son of the late Albert and Irene (Jason) Loverro and has lived here all her life. Kathy worked for more than 20 years for the Worcester State Hospital before retiring. She also worked for...

Karlie R. Tautenhan

Karlie R. Tautenhan

March 14, 2026

Karlie Rose Tautenhan, beloved daughter of Rose Welsh and John Tautenhan III, passed away at her home on Saturday March 14, 2026.

Karlie was born on September 7, 2004 in Worcester, MA. She attended St. Mary's Catholic High School and graduated from Connections Academy, Class of 2022. She worked as a cashier and shift lead at Dairy Queen in Worcester and...

Evelyn (Quatrale) Abasciano

Evelyn (Quatrale) Abasciano

March 14, 2026

Shrewsbury - Evelyn P. (Quatrale) Abasciano gracefully passed on to heaven Saturday, March 14, 2026. Evelyn has reunited with her beloved husband of 57 years, Maurice Abasciano, who died in 2012.

She is survived by her devoted son and only child, Mark Abasciano of Shrewsbury, whom she held close to her heart. Evelyn was blessed with a rich treasure of nieces...

Carol A. (Ducimo) Surabian

Carol A. (Ducimo) Surabian

March 9, 2026

Carol A. (Ducimo) Surabian, 85, of Shrewsbury, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving children. Carol is reunited in the arms of her beloved husband, Stephen, who predeceased her in 1984.

Carol was born in Worcester, the daughter of Frank “Pete” and Marion (Perritt) Ducimo. She graduated from St. Stephen’s High School in Worcester.

Carol is survived by...

Josephine "Josie" (Rossetti) Siemaszko

Josephine "Josie" (Rossetti) Siemaszko

March 8, 2026

Josephine P. “Josie” (Rossetti) Siemaszko, 69. a lifelong resident of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly while on vacation in Delray Florida. She is welcomed in heaven into the arms of her son. Robert Jr (Bobby) who passed away in 2016. Josie was the most incredible wife, mother, "Mimi" to her family. They were truly the center of her world.

Josie was born...

Doris A. LeBlanc

Doris A. LeBlanc

March 6, 2026

Doris A LeBlanc, 99, of Worcester, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great great grandmother passed away surrounded by her adoring family on March 6, 2026.

Doris was reunited with the Love of Her Life, Raymond J. Leblanc who was at the gate with his kind patient smile waiting for “his girl”. They were married for 73 years – her...

Anthony "Tony" Caputo

Anthony "Tony" Caputo

March 4, 2026

It is with infinite sadness we share the sudden loss of Anthony “Tony” J. Caputo, who was born October 21st, 1946, in Worcester, MA to parents John and Jennie “Jean” (Perrone) Caputo. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on March 4th, 2026 at UMass Memorial Medical Center.

A graduate of Worcester State University with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in...

Robert P. Cordella

Robert P. Cordella

March 3, 2026

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Robert P. Cordella, 71, of Worcester, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. He was surrounded by loved ones.

Born September 25, 1954, in Worcester, Robert was the youngest son of the late Frederick and Louise (Zolla) Cordella.

An avid baseball player, fisherman, hunter, gunsmith, and mechanic, Robert was a highly intelligent...

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