Obituaries

Feb 8, 2024

Richard M. Vacca, 80, of Lowell, formerly of Worcester, passed away on February 8, 2024.

 

He was born in Worcester, son of Domenic and Angelina (DeVerdi) Vacca.  He is survived by a son, Matthew M. Vacca of Columbus, OH; a daughter, Joanna E. Ellwood of Bradenton, FL; a brother, Michael L. Vacca; and a sister, Maria Elena Gregarczyk, both of Worcester....

Feb 8, 2024

Patricia Jean (Duquette) Watson, 74, passed away peacefully Thursday, February 8th. She is survived by the love of her life, husband of 52 years, Paul Watson; her daughter, Nicole and partner Vincent Hemmeter; her beloved grandson, Christopher Watson Oehling. She is also survived by her many siblings. Sisters, Gail Butler and her partner Kenneth Livernotch, Nancy Paradis and her husband...

Feb 7, 2024

Mary Jean (Mercadante) Rano, 80, a longtime resident of Auburn, passed away unexpectedly in her sleep on February 7th, 2024.

Mary Jean was born in Worcester, one of eight children of Querino and Mary Jean (Carrier) Mercadante. She grew up in Worcester and attended Commerce High School.  Mary Jean married John R. Rano, her high school sweetheart and the love of...

Feb 7, 2024

Gia Mia Celularo, 57, of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly February 7th, 2024, after a series of health challenges.

 Gia was born and raised in Worcester, one of two daughters of James and Beverly (Hietala) Celularo. Gia graduated from St Peter-Marian, a standout athlete in both softball and basketball.  She helped SPM to a state title in basketball as a freshman in...

Feb 4, 2024

Arthur A. Autorino passed away peacefully February 4, 2024, while on vacation in Georgia, just days shy of his 78th birthday.

Art was born in Worcester, MA on February 7,1946 and grew up in Montclair, NJ where he graduated from Montclair High School. He went on to earn a bachelor’s degree in aerospace engineering from the University of Virginia followed by...

Feb 3, 2024

On Saturday February 3rd, 2024, the world suddenly became less interesting when Thomas Lewis Doughton IV, aged 75 years, died. Thomas, known affectionately by his family as Tommy (Uncle Tommy), was born on June 21, 1948, to Alice Maria (Bates) Doughton (later Ward) and Thomas Lewis (Dotten) Doughton in Worcester, MA. 

Tommy will be deeply missed by his sisters Marsha Dinkins...

Feb 3, 2024

James A. Werme, 77, a lifelong resident of Worcester, passed away on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024.

 Jim is survived by the love of his life, high school sweetheart and wife of 55 years, Michele (Marzilli) Werme; two sons, Thomas P. Werme and his wife Kirsten, and James A. Werme, Jr. and his wife Sally;  five grandchildren, Cameron, Olivia, Antonio, Giovanni and...

Feb 1, 2024

Elizabeth M. (Rogers) Garlick, 93 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2024 at her daughter’s home surrounded by her family.

Elizabeth was born on October 10, 1930 in West Springfield, one of five daughters to the late Gordon and Vera (Pierce) Rogers.  She worked as a PCA for UMass Medical Center, Memorial Campus for many years.  In her younger...

Feb 1, 2024

Alan J. Larrivee, 70, a longtime Worcester resident, devoted husband, father, and grandfather passed away surrounded by his family Thursday, February 1st, 2024. 

Alan, “Al” to his friends, is remembered for his bone-dry sense of humor and wit, his endless curiosity, and an encyclopedic memory of music history, baseball facts, woodworking techniques, and more. A thoughtful and sensitive person, Alan gave...

Jan 30, 2024

Mary (John) Colorio, born October 10, 1937, has ‘fought the good fight, finished the course, kept the faith. Therefore, there is laid up for her the crown of righteousness.’ (1 Timothy 4:7-8) which she attained on January 30, 2024. Mary was 86 years old.

Mary was born in Marlborough, MA, daughter of (late) Theodore and Irene   (Llambi Sauli) John, who had...

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Jan 29, 2024

Beresford J. James, 60, of Worcester passed away after a battle with cancer on January 29, 2024. Born June 1, 1963, to Elbert and Hilder (Summerville) James in Hanover, Jamaica. 

Beresford is survived by his loved wife of 10 years, Marcia Thomas; his loving children and stepchildren, Sheldon, Saneita, Santina, Suzie-Ann, Nashana, Shantae, and Malcolm; his adored grandchildren, Daniella,...

Jan 28, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of a Worcester Business owner, splendid husband, father and grandfather, Thomas J. Oliveri, 81, on January 28th, 2024, with loved ones gathered at his bedside after battling a brief illness and complications from Leukemia.

Tom was born in Worcester, the son of Joseph N. and Marie (Simone) Oliveri. Raised on...

Jan 28, 2024

Jan 27, 2024

Peter F. Salvatore, 86 of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 27, 2024 at The Blaire House of Worcester.

Peter was born in Worcester, a son of the late John and Josephine H. (Brown) Salvatore.  He attended Worcester schools and lived in Worcester, Shrewsbury, and in Milford for many years.  Peter was the owner of Art’s Auto Service in Milford,...

Jan 27, 2024

Jan 26, 2024

Kenneth L. Bejune, 83, of Worcester, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024. He leaves his wife Mary H. (Belforti) Bejune of 57 years, his son Daniel and wife Deborah (Mosman) of Southfield, Michigan, his son Matthew Bejune and wife Kathleen (Lester) of Worcester, and four cherished grandsons Benjamin, Jacob, George, and Theodore. He also leaves two sisters-in-law Linda (Belforti)...

Jan 26, 2024

Jan 23, 2024

Lucian “Lou” Triola, 69, of Worcester, passed away in his home surrounded by loved ones, Tuesday, January 23, 2024.   

Lucian’s devoted wife, Elaine A. (Hurley) Cooney-Triola with whom he shared thirty-three years of love, family and devotion passed away om July 2, 2021.  He is survived by his only sibling,  best friend and caregiver, Gloria A. Triola; two nieces,...