Obituaries
Local Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas
Jane Kenney
March 8, 2023
Jane Kenney passed away March 8, 2023, at the age of 61. Jane was born on May 31, 1961. She was raised and educated in Winchester and was a graduate of Winchester High School. She attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst and had a career in Human Resources for many years. She enjoyed cooking for others, spending time with friends...
Randolph Cooper, Jr.
March 8, 2023
SPENCER – Randolph W. Cooper, Jr. 57, passed away on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at St. Vincent Hospital after an illness. He was born in Worcester, the son of the late, Randolph W. Cooper, Sr. He is survived by his sons, Randolph W. Cooper III of Sevierville, TN, Justin Cooper, and Matthew Cooper, both of Paxton, his mother, Agnes (Guillotte)...
Lynn Powers
March 6, 2023
Lynn Ann (Wood) Powers, 63, of Auburn passed away on March 6, 2023. She was born in Worcester to parents, Charles Wood and Shirley (Ashley) Wood. She grew up surrounded by a large family that consisted of four siblings: Sandra, Penny, Mark, and Tricia. Lynn was a daddy’s girl and a wild child. She was outgoing, friendly, and the life...
Carol Sherwin
March 2, 2023
A full obituary is to be posted soon. The family welcomes those who loved Carol to a calling hour from noon to 1:00 pm on March 5, 2023 at Kelly Cremation and Funeral Care, 154 Lincoln Street, Worcester. A funeral service will follow at 1:00pm. Please express condolences for the family below.
Keith A. Rumple
March 1, 2023
Keith Arvin Rumple, 69, professional organist, computer programmer, loving father and husband, died this past March 1st. In lieu of services, a private celebration of life was held in his honor. Keith was a Hoosier through and through, showing his love for his origins every year as “Back Home Again in Indiana” is ceremoniously sung during the start of the...
Michael Botticelli
February 28, 2023
On Tuesday, February 28, 2023, Michael Charles Botticelli passed away at the age of 63 after an eighteen month battle against cancer. Michael leaves his son, Chase (Charles Robert) Botticelli, daughter Marissa Botticelli-Smith and her husband, Spencer Botticelli-Smith. He was beloved by many, including Kerry (Wilcox) Botticelli, his sister Maryann Botticelli, his skating partner Sheryl Franks and his siblings Carolynn,...
Aurelio Milian
February 26, 2023
Services are being held at the convenience of the family at Kelly Cremation & Funeral Care.
France Murphy
February 25, 2023
Madame France Murphy of Boylston, MA lost a brief and overpowering battle with cancer on February 25, 2023. Born in Issy les Moulineaux, France, she came to America at 19 years old with only a backpack and 0 dollars. Encouraged by her teacher who recognized that she had language skills and the courage to go out into the world, she...
Joseph Beausoleil
February 20, 2023
Joseph Andre Beausoleil, 67, of Grafton passed away surrounded by his loved ones on February 20, 2023. Born in Lowell to Gerard and Rita (LaFerriere) Beausoleil, Joseph was raised in a large family having ten siblings. From the age of 18, Joseph became a boxer and was then known as “Joe Houston”. Joe continued his boxing career for 7 years...
Brian Martin, Sr.
February 16, 2023
WEBSTER - Brian Charles Martin, Sr. , 65, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2023, after a short illness. Brian was a proud licensed commercial plumber for over 30 years. He had a passion for fishing and hunting and made many wonderful memories with his family and friends that revolved around these activities. He enjoyed cooking and was happy to...
Ralph Vescera Sr.
February 16, 2023
Ralph T. Vescera, 92, of Worcester passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 16, 2023 at Rose Monahan in Worcester with family by his side. He was born in Worcester to Celestino and Celestina Vescera. As a young man, he attended Boy’s Trade school where he received a degree in Welding and played football on several teams. The next step in...
Lynn Sullivan
February 11, 2023
WORCESTER – Lynn M. (Cronin) Sullivan, 64, passed away peacefully at her home in the care of her loving family on Saturday, February 11, 2023, after a brief illness. Born and raised in Worcester, Lynn was the daughter of Robert D. and Patricia A. (Duggan) Cronin and lived here all of her life. Lynn was a graduate of Holy Name...
Ingeborg Lobov
February 8, 2023
WESTBOROUGH – Ingeborg A. (Lindquist) Lobov, 88, beloved wife of the late Mike I. Lobov, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, February 8, 2023. Born and raised in Lammholm, Finland she was a daughter of the late Nestor and Fanny (Lindholm) Lindquist. She was a very independent and confident woman....