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Charles Thornton Nelson
July 12, 2025
BERLIN - Charles T. Nelson, 83, son of Charles and Marjorie (Parker) Nelson, of Berlin passed away on July 12, 2025. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Lynda (Zuckerman) Nelson, brother Richard of Mesa, AZ, and sister-in-law Judi (Zuckerman) Chaskes of Pembroke. He was predeceased by sister-in-law Elaine and nephew Joseph of Mesa, AZ.
He is survived by...
Michael Francis Besaw
July 11, 2025
WEBSTER - Michael passed away on 7/11/25 at the Brookside Rehabilitation of Webster, Mass.
He was a son, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to many. He was a very active member of the AA community, he was a sponsor to many. He loved his community referring to them as “my brothers.”
He worked at the Community Health Services as a rehabilitation counselor...
Alberta Allen
July 4, 2025
WORCESTER - Alberta Allen, 87, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away at Lutheran Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center on Friday, July 4, 2025.
Alberta was born on November 13, 1938, in Aliceville, Alabama, to the late Will and Maggie Humphries. Alberta received her education at Druid High School in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, later continuing her education at Shelton Community College in Tuscaloosa, Alabama,...
Kimberly Ann Ramsay
July 3, 2025
Kimberly Ann Ramsay, affectionately known as Kim or Kimmy, passed away peacefully from natural causes on July 3, 2025, at the age of 54 surrounded by loving family and friends. Born on July 31, 1970, in Framingham, MA, Kim was a devoted wife, daughter, sister, and aunt whose kind heart and vivacious spirit touched everyone she met.
Kim was the beloved...
Edward Joseph (Levine) Cuoco
June 28, 2025
Edward Joseph (Levine) Cuoco, 74, of Worcester passed away peacefully with his son by his side on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at home after a battle with cancer.
He leaves behind a son Edward Joseph Levine Jackson.
He also leaves behind two grandchildren: Enniah & Edward Jackson Jr.
Edward was born in Springfield, MA to Antoinette Cuoco. He grew up & lived his...
Michelle Caricchio
June 26, 2025
Michelle Caricchio, 62, of Worcester died peacefully June 26, 2025 surrounded by friends and family after a brief illness. Michelle was the daughter of the late Marie Reed Kawiaka and Ernest Caricchio. She leaves behind a daughter, Charity Caricchio of South Jordan, Utah and Johnathan Caricchio of Killeen, Texas. She was predeceased by a brother, John E. Reed, and a...
Robert Albin Volent
June 25, 2025
Robert Albin Volent, 67, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on June 25th, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on November 18th, 1957, in Worcester, Robert lived a life filled with love and adventure. His charisma, strength, and boundless energy will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Robert's early years were spent in Worcester, where he graduated from Holy Name High...
Nancy Ayotte
June 19, 2025
Charlton, MA – Nancy Rose Ayotte, 69, of Charlton MA, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025 at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester following a period of illness.
Nancy was born in Waltham and grew up in Marlborough. She graduated from Marlborough High School in the Class of 1974. She was a long time resident of Southbridge, working...
Kazimierz A. Trzcinski
June 19, 2025
SHREWSBURY - Kazimierz "Kaz" A. Trzcinski passed away on June 19, 2025. He is a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
Family and friends are kindly invited to attend calling hours on Saturday, June 28th from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Kelly Cremation and Funeral Care, 154 Lincoln Street in Worcester.
Interment will be private.
Ethan Vongchampa-Long
June 10, 2025
Worcester – At the tender age of 4, Ethan Vongchampa-Long passed away unexpectedly. Born in Worcester, he was the precious son of Dale Vongchampa and Somnang Long, and a little brother to his three siblings.
Ethan was a bright-eyed, curious and adventurous little boy who knew all his numbers and colors. He spent his days playing with his Hot Wheels cars,...
Christopher Jasheway
June 9, 2025
Christopher (Chris) Jasheway passed away on June 9, 2025 after a brief illness. He was 74. Chris was born in Madison, Wisconsin, and grew up in Mineral Wells, Texas. He served in the US Army as a Tactical Circuit Control Specialist. He moved to Massachusetts where he lived in Greater Boston, Auburn, and Worcester. He worked as a copier an...
Joseph Leo Vaillette
June 9, 2025
Joseph Leo Vaillette passed away at the Fitchburg Rehab on June 9th 2025 after a series of long illnesses.
Joe was born on October 23rd, 1955. He was predeceased by his parents, Wilfred Vaillette and Lucille Theresa (Thibaudeau) Vaillette. He is survived by his older brother, Eugene Vaillette, his two younger sisters, Christine (Vaillette) Frechette and her husband Gary Frechette, Rosemary...
Kenneth Arthur Smith
June 7, 2025
WESTMINSTER - Kenneth Arthur Smith (Art) passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2025, with his family by his side, after facing lung cancer with quiet courage and grace for over a year.
Known for his calm presence and steady demeanor, Art welcomed and cared for many people throughout his life without judgement or expectation, offering hospitality and kindness, simply...
Marian L. Breault
June 6, 2025
NORTHBRIDGE - Marian (Simonds) Breault, 91, formerly of Ashland and Winchendon, MA, passed away peacefully on June 6th at Advinia Care in Northbridge, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Her husband of fifty years, LaVerne Breault, passed away in 2005
The daughter of Irene (Davis) and Charles Simonds, she was born and raised in Springfield, VT. It was there that she...
Wendy Woodbury
June 5, 2025
SPENCER – Wendy Robin Mary Woodbury (Theirrien), age 71 passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025.
Wendy leaves behind her husband of 52 years, Kenneth A. Woodbury; her son, James E. Woodbury; Grandsons, John J. Woodbury of Holden and Zachary Hitchcock of Maine; Sisters, Nancy M. Burbank of Leicester and Gail L. Butler of Holden; and several nieces and nephews. Her...
Sandra Marion McCormick
June 3, 2025
Sandra Marion McCormick (née Woelz), of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts—beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend—passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at the age of 69.
Known to all who loved her as Sandy, she was born on April 7, 1956, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. She was a devoted wife and a loyal friend; someone whose kindness and gentle spirit left a lasting...
Pamela (Jens) DiNitto
June 1, 2025
HUDSON - Pamela (Jens) Dinitto, 79, of Hudson, MA, formerly a long-time resident of Chelmsford, MA, passed peacefully on June 1, 2025, at UMass Memorial Health-Marlboro Hospital following a period of declining health.
She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of William Gault Jens and Betty (Hubbard) Jens Evans.
Pam loved animals, flowers, music, and her friends. She was known...
Carmen "Cuca" Semidei (Galarza)
May 30, 2025
WORCESTER – Carmen “Cuca” Semidei (Galarza), 72, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on December 5, 1952, in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico, to the late Manuel H. Galarza and Carmen Torres. Carmen later moved to Worcester, Massachusetts, where she built a life full of love, resilience, and dedication to her family...
Alan Lesley
May 26, 2025
SHREWSBURY - Alan Lesley, 66, passed away on May 26, 2025. He will be laid to rest in Rural Cemetery, Worcester at a later date.
Lauren E. Hamm
May 24, 2025
Dr. Lauren E. Hamm
March 27, 1971 – May 24, 2025
Dr. Lauren E. Hamm, 54, of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on May 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 27, 1971, in Boston, Massachusetts, Lauren pursued a life of care, compassion, and purpose. She graduated from Hudson Catholic High School in Hudson, Massachusetts, before earning her...
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