Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA
Lois Buffone
September 15, 2025
Lois I. (Rizzuti) Buffone, 84, of Worcester, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday, September 15, 2025, in Worcester.
Lois is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, James T. Buffone of Worcester, her loving children, James Buffone and his longtime companion Patty Donahue of Worcester, MA, Paul Buffone and his wife Noelle of Sutton, MA; Ron Buffone and...
William J. Rahall
September 13, 2025
William J. Rahall, 67 of Woodstock, CT. formerly of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 13, 2025 with his family by his side.
William was born on August 22, 1958 in Worcester, a son of the late William N. and Bertha E. (Reeks) Rahall. He grew up in Worcester where he was a graduate of Worcester Boys Trade School. William...
Warren R. DesRosiers
September 12, 2025
Warren R. DesRosiers, of Athol, passed away peacefully on Friday September 12, 2025, in Worcester.
Born in Worcester, MA on November 11th, 1944. He was the son of the late Emille and Beatrice DesRosiers.
Warren is survived by his beloved wife Sandee (Melton) DesRosiers; his loving daughter, Charmaine DesRosiers; his adored grandsons, Axle and Robby; his cherished siblings; and many nieces, nephews,...
John Platek, III
September 11, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of John Platek, III, 65, of Framingham, on Thursday, September 11, 2025.
Born in Framingham, on March 25, 1960, John was the son of the late John Jr., and Anita (Taylor) Platek. He was a graduate of Keefe Tech, class of '78, where he built his lifelong “Framingham Crew.” The...
Rocco A. Franchi
September 11, 2025
It’s of profound sadness to announce the passing of Rocco A Franchi on Thursday, September 11, 2025 with loving family by his side.
Born in Worcester in 1945, Rocco devoted his life to his family and friends. His wife Susan of 46 years was his best friend, and together they built a beautiful family, raising two wonderful, caring sons, Joseph and...
Vincent J. DiGregorio
September 10, 2025
Vincent J. DiGregorio, Jr., 70 of Worcester, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Wednesday, September 10, 2025 at Lifecare Center of Auburn.
Vin was born in Worcester, a son of the late Vincent J. and Christine A. (Papagni) DiGregorio. He was a graduate of North High School, Class of 1973 and has lived in Worcester all his life....
Patricia (Ryan) Jette
September 9, 2025
In the warm embrace of her family, Patricia “Pat” (Ryan) Jette, peacefully passed away at the age of 86 on Tuesday, September 9th.
Pat was the beloved wife of Edmond Jette, Sr. for 63 years. Together they built not just a home, but a legacy of love, laughter, and strength. Their marriage was a true partnership, marked by devotion and an...
Ronald F. Carey, Sr.
September 8, 2025
Ronald F. Carey, Sr., 85, of Leicester, passed away on Monday, September 8, 2025, at UMass Hospital in Worcester.
Ronald is survived by his loving wife of forty-five years, Alice L. (Galipeau) Carey; a daughter, Tammey L. Carey of Worcester; three sons, Ronald F. Carey, Jr. and his wife Debra of Brookfield, Paul C. Carey and his wife Tina of Millbury,...
Sarah M. Batbouta
September 8, 2025
Sarah Marie Batbouta, 39, passed away on September 8, 2025, in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.
Born on November 5, 1985, in Worcester, Massachusetts, Sarah was raised in Shrewsbury, where she built a life rooted in compassion, family, and community. A proud graduate of Shrewsbury High School’s Class of 2004, she was known for her dedication both in the classroom and on the field....
Florence Loretta Henry
September 7, 2025
Florence Loretta (Thomas) Henry, 88 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025 at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing, with her family by her side.
Florence was born on January 23, 1937 in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, a daughter of the late Walter Thomas and Lillian (Ouelette) D’Angelo. She worked as a mail clerk for the Worcester Public School Department...
Marie R. Quill
September 7, 2025
Marie R. (Freda) Quill, 94 of Worcester, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Marie was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Michael and Rose M. (Russo) Freda. She graduated from Commerce High School and later earned an associate’s degree from Worcester School of Business.
In her younger years, Marie enjoyed summers...
Joyce C. (Carpenter) Herrick
September 6, 2025
Joyce C. (Carpenter) Herrick, 83, of Shrewsbury, passed away on Saturday, September 6, 2025.
Born on February 2, 1942, Joyce was the daughter of the late Alfred and Ruth Carpenter. She graduated from the Arms Academy in Shelburne Falls in 1961 and went on to attend Thompson School of Nursing and graduated in 1965.
Joyce was a visiting nurse for the Town...
Catherine (Capuano) Fanion
September 6, 2025
Catherine (Capuano) Fanion, 99 of Cherry Valley, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, September 6, 2025 with her beloved family by her side.
Catherine was born in Worcester, a daughter of the late Giuseppe and Teresa (Tritone) Capuano. She attended Worcester schools and later worked at City Hospital in the laundry department for 25 years before her retirement. Catherine...
Dr. Richard R. Gacek
September 5, 2025
Dr. Richard R. Gacek, a revered figure in the medical community and a beacon of wisdom and passion, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025, in Notre Dame Healthcare, Worcester, MA. Born on February 23, 1930, in Buffalo, NY, the son of the late Michael and Helen Gacek, Dr. Gacek lived a life marked by dedication to his family, his...
Pompeo A. Brignola
September 5, 2025
Pompeo A. Brignola, 46, of Northampton, passed away on September 5, 2025, in the comfort of his home.
Pompeo is survived by his parents, Michael and Antoinetta (DiMeo) Brignola, both of Worcester; his brother, Joseph Brignola of Westminster; his sister, Maryanne Brignola of Worcester; aunts and uncles, Maria (Brignola) Hamilton and James Hamilton, Giovanni and Bobbie (Orrico) Brignola; grandmother, Angelina DiMeo...
Arthur M. Flora
September 5, 2025
Arthur M. Flora, 70 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 5, 2025 at home, surrounded by his family.
Arthur was born in Plattsburgh, New York, a son of the late Vaughn J. and Jean A. (Spear) Flora. He grew up in New York where he graduated from Willisboro Central School and later earned an associate’s degree in mechanics from...
M. Rita Bernard DePasquale
September 4, 2025
M. Rita (Festa) Bernard DePasquale, 95, of Worcester, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the Dodge Park Rest Home, with her family by her side. Her husband, George DePasquale, predeceased her in 2011. Her first husband and father of her children, Richard W. Bernard, predeceased her in 1991. She was also predeceased by a granddaughter, Kristyn Boudreau.
Rita is...
Ignacio Garcia Vargas
September 4, 2025
Ignacio J. Garcia Vargas, 92, of Worcester, passed away on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at the Christopher House of Worcester. His wife, Haydee “Nani” (Torres) Garcia, predeceased him in December 2021. He was also predeceased by his son, Ignacio J. “Iggy” Garcia, Jr. in September 2021, and by a grandson, Matthew M. Kachadoorian in June 2018.
Ignacio is survived by a...
Gary T. Gomez
September 2, 2025
Gary T. Gomez, 73 of Worcester, passed away in St. Vincent’s Hospital on Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
Gary was born in Worcester, one of three children to Willis and Mary (Corvino) Gomez. He graduated for Worcester Schools and worked as an over the road truck driver for many years traveling across the country.
Gary is survived by four children, Ronilee Gomez, Heather...
Javier Estremera
August 30, 2025
It is with deepest regret, we announce the passing of Javier Estremera, Saturday, August 30th, 2025, at UMass medical center where he was surrounded by his beloved family.
Jay was 58 and a resident of Millbury, MA. He graduated from Burncoat High School and was employed in the telecommunications industry, contracted to work at the US Naval Submarine Base in Groton,...
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