Obituaries
Local Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas
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....
Stephen Hokanson
February 3, 2023
WORCESTER - It is with deep sorrow that the family of Stephen Hokanson, 69, announces that he passed from this life on Feb. 3, 2023, at Parson's Hill Nursing Home after a long illness. He lived in Worcester all his life and graduated from St. John's High School where he played hockey. He worked for the Worcester Dept. of Public...
Denise Keyes
February 1, 2023
Denise A. (Elie) Keyes, 69, passed away on February 1, 2023, after a long illness with her daughter by her side. Born in Worcester, MA, Denise was the daughter of Edward and Lorraine (Lafond) Elie. She graduated from Fanning Trade School as a Licensed Practical Nurse and worked at various nursing homes in the area, eventually retiring from West Side...
Christy Melissa Hays
January 28, 2023
No services are scheduled at this time. Please express condolences below.
Maureen "Moe" Murphy
January 28, 2023
BURLINGTON/NATICK – Maureen “Moe” Virginia Murphy, age 59, died at Lahey Hospital in Burlington MA on January 28, 2023. Born November 12, 1963, Maureen was the daughter of the late John and Virginia Murphy. Originally from Natick MA, Moe later resided in Burlington MA, and spent many years on Cape Cod. Maureen worked as a Program Manager for many years,...