Local Obituaries for Worcester, MA
Raymond Leo Dupuis
September 17, 2025
Raymond Leo Dupuis, 72, of Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina, formerly of Auburn, known as a “Gentile Giant”, passed away Wednesday, September 17, 2025, with the “Love of his Life” Roberta by his side.
Raymond was born in Worcester, the son of Norman and Florence (Belculfine) Dupuis. He grew up in Auburn and graduated from Worcester Boys trade class of 1972....
Mark J. Baniukiewicz
September 15, 2025
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the peaceful passing of Mark J. Baniukiewicz, 64, of Worcester, on Monday, September 15, 2025, after one heck of a ride!
Born in Worcester, on July 12, 1961, Mark was the son of the late Theodore and Mary (Pats) Baniukiewicz.
Mark was a loving father, friend and above all else the best DZIADZIA...
William A. "Billy" Coffone
September 18, 2025
William A. “Billy” Coffone, 66 of Worcester, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, September 18, 2025. Billy joins in heaven, his loving father, Anthony “Tony” Coffone, and the love of his life Dawn.
Billy was born on August 3, 1959, the son of Nancy Marie (Toscano) Coffone and the late Anthony “Tony” Coffone. He grew up in Medfield and after graduating from Medfield...
Shirley-Jean Hassett
December 14, 2024
Shirley-Jean Hassett, formerly of Spencer, Massachusetts passed away peacefully at The Service League of Greenville Hospice House in Greenville, North Carolina on December 14, 2024 after a brief illness at the age of 72.
She is preceded in death by her parents Edward Hassett and Louise Sacco Hassett and is dearly missed by her brothers Paul and James and her daughter...
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...
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...
George Samara, Jr.
September 20, 2025
George Samara Jr.
1941-2025
George “Butch” Samara, Jr. fell asleep in the Lord on September 20, 2025, at the age of 84 after a short illness.
George was born in Worcester, MA, on September 6, 1941, the youngest of 6 children. He grew up on the 2nd floor of a 3 decker apartment above the old El Morocco at 73 Wall Street. He...
Paul F. Sullivan, Jr.
September 20, 2025
Paul F Sullivan Jr, 82, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 20, 2025.
Born in Worcester to Paul F. and Helen M. (Spillane), Paul graduated from North High School and Worcester Industrial Technical Institute (WITI). After marrying his loving wife of 61 years, Judy, Paul trained in the Army Infantry at Fort Dix, New Jersey. Paul went on to Head Quarters...
Francis Ciera Mbugua
September 20, 2025
Francis Ciera Mbugua, 77, of Worcester and Kenya, passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2025 at UMass Hospital in Worcester.
Francis is survived by his wife, Margaret Wairimu (Njoroge) Ciera; a son, James Mbugua Ciera of Kenya; four daughters, Mary Wangari Ciera of Kenya, Lucy Wanjiru Ciera of New Jersey, Elizabeth Ngina Ciera and Keziah Muthoni Ciera of Worcester; fourteen grandchildren....
Junie Saint-Fleur
July 2, 2024
Junie Saint-Fleur, 60, of Worcester, passed away July 2, 2024, surrounded by loved ones.
Junie is survived by her beloved husband, Belin Sonthonax, Sr., her loving sons, Belin Sonthonax, Jr. and his wife Christa, and Jai-sen Sonthonax; her adored grandchildren, Emma, Brae-den, Amias, and Jor-den Sonthonax; and many sisters, brothers, nieces and nephews.
Born June 19, 1961, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti to the...
Louise D. "Honey" (Fresolo) Tula
September 18, 2025
Louise D. “Honey” (Fresolo) Tula of Shrewsbury, MA, passed away September 18, 2025, at UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester. She was the beloved wife of 48 years to the late, Paul P. Tula, who passed in 2001.
Louise was born in Worcester, MA on June 30, 1930, to the late Rocco A. Fresolo, Sr. and Dorothy M. (Bowns) Fresolo. She moved...
David A Dipersia
September 16, 2025
David Anthony Dipersia, 66, a lifelong Worcester resident, passed away surrounded by his family at home on Tuesday, September 16, 2025 after a period of declining health.
David was born in Worcester, MA, the son of Anthony X. and Sarah (Pignatiello) Dipersia. David was a graduate of Worcester Vocational High School and in 1981 joined the U.S. Air Force proudly serving...
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,...
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