Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA
Mildred "Millie" (DiCenzo) Bassan
July 21, 2024
Mildred “Millie” (DiCenzo) Bassan, 89, a lifelong resident of Worcester, passed away peacefully Sunday, July 21st, 2024, after a long period of declining health, Millie is welcomed into heaven by her daughter, Karen Alicandro who passed away in 1983, siblings, Shirley Battelle, Joseph DiCenzo, and Carol Naster.
Millie was born in Worcester, the oldest child of Perry and Nellie (Patruno) DiCenzo....
Susana Alberty
July 20, 2024
Susana (Caraballo) Alberty, 89, of Albion, Rhode Island, formerly of Holyoke MA, Danielson CT, and Palm Bay Florida, passed away Saturday, July 20th, 2024. Susana was born in Yauco, Puerto Rico, the daughter of Eladio Caraballo, Jr. and Lucilda (Martinez) Caraballo.
She is survived by her daughter, Claribel Alves and her husband Daniel Alves; her son, Raul Alberty; her brother, Rene...
Richard W Hall
July 20, 2024
Richard W. Hall, 69, a lifelong resident of Worcester, passed away suddenly Saturday, July 20th, 2024, after being stricken ill at home.
Richard was born January 18, 1955, the son of Harold and Sylvia (Jozefowski) Hall. He graduated from Doherty High School in 1973. Richard was a master electrician, and served as owner of Hall Electric for many years before retiring.
Richard...
William "Bill" Maxwell
July 18, 2024
William “Bill” Edward Maxwell, 68, of Marlborough, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 18th, 2024.
Bill was born in Ashiya Japan, the son of William and Yayoi (Nakamichi) Meshach. He was raised in Blairstown New Jersey. He went on to earn his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in electrical engineering from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI). During his time as...
Tyler Richard Gaudet
July 18, 2024
Tyler Richard Gaudet, 29, of Spencer, passed away with his mother by his side holding his hand on Thursday, July 18, 2024.
Tyler was born in Leominster on March 9, 1995, to Kim Barnaby. Tyler enjoyed playing baseball during his childhood where his mother coached. Tyler loved camping, fishing, skateboarding, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.
Tyler...
William F. Hayes
July 18, 2024
William F. “Bill” Hayes, 90 of Worcester, passed away with loved ones gathered at his bedside, Thursday, July 18, 2024, after a lengthy period of health challenges.
Bill was born in Shrewsbury, one of twelve children of Patrick and Delia (Corcoran) Hayes. He was raised in Shrewsbury, and graduated from Shrewsbury High School. Bill then joined the U.S. Navy serving his...
Patricia (Serra) McGrath
July 17, 2024
Patricia A. (Serra) McGrath, 94, a lifelong resident of Worcester passed away at home surrounded by the family she loved, Wednesday, July 17, 2024. Patricia is welcomed into heaven by her husband of 53 years, John J. McGrath, who passed away in 2004, her son, John J. Jr., who passed away in 1984, and other family members.
Patricia was born in...
Dorothy Sands
July 15, 2024
Dorothy Sands, 58, of Worcester, MA, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024.
Dorothy was born in West Hartford, CT on April 4, 1966, to John G.E. Sands and Louise K. (Strachan) Sands. Dorothy graduated from North High School, class of 1984. After graduating high school, Dorothy had gone on to Clark University where she was able to obtain her master’s...
Raymond A Zeena
July 14, 2024
Raymond A. Zeena, 85, of Greeley, Colorado, formerly of Worcester passed away at home Sunday, July 14,th 2024, with his devoted family gathered around him.
Raymond was born in Worcester, the son of Ralph A. and Alice V. (Orfalea) Zeena. He graduated from Commerce High, served in The Mass Army National Guard and lived in the Worcester/Holden area before retiring to...
Ray W. Robinson, Jr.
July 11, 2024
The beloved Ray or Diney as his friends and family called him leaves behind a legacy of kindness, warmth and devotion, touching countless lives, especially those children he adored and tirelessly supported. Ray W. Robinson Jr., 75, of Springfield, MD, died at Westborough Healthcare in Westborough, MA of spinal cord cancer on July 11, 2024. He was born in Springfield,...
Michael Francalangia, Jr.
July 11, 2024
Michael (Mickey Action) Francalangia, Jr., 83, of Millbury, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
Mickey was born in Worcester on September 5, 1940, to Michael, Sr., and Florence (Greene) Francalangia. He graduated early from South High School to enlist in the United States Navy, which he proudly served for two years of active and two years...
Carol Ann Gentile
July 11, 2024
Carol Ann (Kuczka) Gentile, 76 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 11, 2024 at Lifecare Center of Auburn.
Carol was born in Worcester, on July 28, 1947, to John and Hattie (Tanona) Kuczka. She graduated from St. Mary's High School, Class of 1965 and later graduated from Salter Sec. as the Valedictorian of Class of 1967. Carol was the...
Robert W. Krusas
July 11, 2024
Robert W. Krusas, 88 of Worcester, passed away peacefully with his family by his side at UMass Medical Center on Thursday, July 11, 2024.
Robert was born on June 24, 1936 in Worcester, a son of the late Alphonse and Anna (Domeika) Krusas. He graduated from Worcester Boys Trade and later earned an associates degree from Quinsigamond Community College. Robert served...
Marilyn A. Sturgis-Mangano
July 10, 2024
Marilyn A. (Lowder) Sturgis-Mangano, 89, passed away in the presence of her loving family on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.
Marilyn was born and raised in North Worcester, the daughter of Eveleth Lowder and Hazel Lowder (Palmer), who immigrated to the U.S. from Aylesford, Nova Scotia. As a young mother Marilyn moved to Shrewsbury seeking a supportive community where she could raise...
Robert A Symonick
July 6, 2024
Robert A. Symonick, 70, of Shrewsbury, passed away unexpectedly in his sleep Saturday, July 6th, 2024.
Robert was born in Worcester, the son of Walter J. and Mary (Reedy) Symonick. Raised in Worcester, he graduated from St John’s High School. He joined the U.S. Army, serving in Germany during the Vietnam War. Upon discharge and return home, Robert worked for several...
Sr. Hilda Ponte, MPV
July 6, 2024
Sr. Hilda Ponte, MPV, 91, of Worcester passed away peacefully and went home to the Lord in heaven on Saturday, July 6, 2024, after a life of service to her catholic faith.
Born on June 11, 1933, in East Providence, Rhode Island, one of seven children of Antonio and Maria Ferreira (Mathias) Ponte. She was raised in East Providence and entered...
Henry G. Holmgren
July 6, 2024
His final wish was to die at home in the arms of his 44-year sweetheart and soulmate. Henry G “Hank” Holmgren’s wish was met on July 6, 2024. He was 92 years young and was a long time Worcester resident. He was born December 11, 1931 and raised in Englewood NJ by Henry G Holmgren and Emmy O Rhamstrom.
Hank...
Inez Dominguez
July 4, 2024
Inez Dominguez, 84, of Worcester, MA passed away Thursday, July 4, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of 55 years, to the late Nicolas Dominguez.
Born in Esperanza, Dominican Republic on October 23, 1939. Ines was raised and graduated with an associate’s degree in the Dominican Republic. She went on to fulfill her passion for teaching....
Ret FF Francis J. Baldino WFD
July 4, 2024
Francis J. Baldino, 74, a lifelong resident of Worcester and retired Worcester Fire Fighter passed away Thursday, July 4th, 2024, with the family he loved gathered at his bedside after a period of declining health. Franny is welcomed into the arms of family members including his son, Anthony who passed away in 2002 and daughter in law, Courtney who passed...
Shannon Marie Pace
July 3, 2024
Shannon Marie Pace, 36, of Boston, MA passed away Wednesday, July 3, 2024.
Born in Worcester on April 13, 1988. As a young girl Shannon looked forward to celebrating holidays with her extended family. Her favorite was Halloween because she loved dressing up. She carried that tradition on with her daughter Mckenzie, who was her world. Summer times at the lake...
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