Obituaries

March 25, 2022

Richard D. Sanderson, 76, of Worcester, a long-time educator, passed away on Friday, March 25, 2022, in the comfort of his home, surrounded by loving family.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of nearly fifty-eight years, Pamela J. (Dumas) Sanderson; their children, Kathleen M. Pichette and her husband John, and Stephen R. Sanderson, all of Worcester; five grandchildren, Allison,...

March 24, 2022

Sanjay Nagpal, 37, of Mendon, passed away Thursday March 24th, 2022 in UMASS Hospital in Worcester, MA. Sanjay was born on June 18th, 1984, in London, England, a son of the late Satish Nagpal. After graduating from Mount Saint Charles Academy in Woonsocket, RI, he went on to receive a bachelor’s degree in Marketing & Finance from the University of...

March 23, 2022

March 23, 2022

Shawn F. Sims, 51 of Webster, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 23, 2022. He leaves behind his wife of 15 years, Dawn A. (Stebbins) Sims; his  children Tyler Auger-Sims and Tiara Sims. His step children Michellé Burrell, Ashayla Burrell, Eric Freeman Jr. and Davian Freeman; his father, William Sims;brothers and sisters, Willie B. Sims, Rudy Sims, Matthew Sims, Jackie...

March 22, 2022

Leon Grey Rivera, infant son of Edyderto “Eddy” and Sarah Jeannette Rivera returned home to the Lord, Tuesday March 22nd 2022, joining in heaven his infant brother, Greyson Blake Rivera, who passed away just over 1 year ago on March 15, 2021.

Leon also unable to see and feel the warmth of his family, is survived by his parents, Eddy...

March 22, 2022

Felice “Phyllis” (Lapolito) Del’Olio, 103, of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 22, 2022, at Christopher House of Worcester.  She was predeceased by her husband, Samuel L. Del’Olio in 2002, to whom she was married for 53 years.  

      Felice is survived by her loving children, Louis P. Del’Olio and his wife Karen of Worcester, Christine A. Del’Olio...

March 21, 2022

March 18, 2022

Preeni Sandanayaka, 55, of Northborough passed away surrounded by her family, on Friday, March 18th, 2022.

Preeni was born in Kandy, Sri Lanka on August 8th, 1966, the daughter of Karunaratna and Bisomenika (Dissanayake) Navaratna.  She was raised and educated in Sri Lanka, attending Mahamaya Girls’ high school in Kandy, and receiving a BS degree from Peradeniya University.  She immigrated...

March 18, 2022

Eugene “Gene” Hickey, 86 of Worcester, passed away peacefully Friday, March 18th 2022 after a period of declining health.

Gene was born in Brookfield,  July 20, 1935, one of six children of John and Esther (Green) Hickey.  Gene grew up and was educated in Brookfield and worked in his early years for a rubber manufacturing company, before accepting a position...

March 18, 2022

Emmie Lou (Lamb) Westerlind 57, of Brooklyn CT (formerly of Oxford, MA and Clinton, MA), passed away at home on March 18, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Emmie is survived by her former husband of 24 years, Rick Westerlind of Oxford, five beautiful children: Meghan Westerlind and her partner Chris of Brooklyn CT, Michelle Powell and her partner Steve...

March 18, 2022

Paula L. (Corbett) Lapomardo, 74, of York Beach, Maine formerly of Worcester passed away peacefully Friday, March 18th, 2022, surrounded by loved ones.

Paula was born in Worcester, one of three children of Timothy and Louise (Howard) Corbett.  Raised in the Tatnuck neighborhood of Worcester, she graduated from Notre Dame Academy and earned her bachelor’s degree from Worcester State College...

March 18, 2022

Dianté Spring, 36 of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 18, 2022 at UMass Medical Center surrounded by her loving family.

Dianté was born June 18, 1985 and has been a Worcester native her whole life. She graduated from Doherty High School, Class of 2003. She later attended Quinsigamond Community College. Dianté had a love for life, she brought...

March 17, 2022

March 15, 2022

Eleanor L. (Pellegrini) Reidy Chase, 88 of Worcester, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 17, 2022 at Rose Monahan Hospice Residence.

Eleanor was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Felix and Teresa M. (DiMuro) Pellegrini. She worked as the office manager for Hallen Medical Center for over 15 years. 

Eleanor is survived by her brother, Robert Pellegrini...

March 14, 2022

March 13, 2022

Frank R. Lenti, 72, a life-long Worcester resident passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022, after a period of health challenges.  In keeping with Frank’s wishes, no services are planned at this time. Memorial remembrances in Frank’s name can be made to  ******   The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.

March 13, 2022

March 12, 2022

Dominick A. Duddie 70 of Worcester, a proud Vietnam Army Veteran died Saturday March 12, 2022 after a long illness. Born in the Bronx New York, he was the son of the late Dominick and Delores (Spagnolo) Duddie. In 1997 he moved to Worcester, married his beloved wife Phyllis (Loria) in 2003 and together they raised their family, and made...

March 12, 2022

George L. Vancelette, 85 of Worcester, passed away peacefully and joined his beloved wife in heaven on Saturday, March 12, 2022, at Lutheran Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center.

George was born in Dudley, MA, a son of the late Joseph and Pauline (Borowski) Vancelette and was a graduate of Worcester Schools.  He served his country in the United States Army. ...

March 11, 2022

Richard Swank, age 53 of Auburn died unexpectedly on Friday March 11, 2022.

Rick was the beloved husband and best friend of Karen C Swank and father of Kayla of Fall River and Aaron "B" and Jeremy of Auburn.  He is also survived by his four grandchildren, Skylar, Calleigh, Brayden, and Kaesyn, his father Ronnie D Swank Sr. and his...