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Local Obituaries for Worcester County Massachusetts & Surrounding Areas
Conceição Gonçalves Silva
July 7, 2026
In Loving Memory of Conceição Gonçalves Silva
Some people leave behind memories. Others leave behind a legacy that continues to shape lives long after they're gone. Conceição Gonçalves Silva, our beloved "Connie"; did exactly that.
She was a devoted follower of Jesus, a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, mother-in-law, sister, aunt, faithful friend, gifted healer, and the heart of our family. But above...
Andrew Robert DuBois
July 5, 2026
FITCHBURG - Andrew DuBois, 40, of Fitchburg, Massachusetts, passed away surrounded by those who loved him dearly on July 5, 2026. He is now reunited with his beloved mother, the late Judith (Donovan) DuBois.
Growing up in Fitchburg, Andrew played deck hockey from a young age—a passion that brought life-long friends into his world. He attended Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical School...
Edwina Randall
July 5, 2026
Sand Lake, NY/Worcester, MA - Edwina A. (Sutherland) Randall, age 94, passed away peacefully on July 5, 2026 at Oasis at Dodge Park in Worcester, MA. She was born in Plymouth, NH, the beloved daughter of Robert E. Sutherland and Lucy K. (Carleton) Sutherland.
Edwina earned her bachelor's degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of New Hampshire. She began her...
Kathryn Ann Barbaro
July 4, 2026
Worcester - Kathryn A. Barbaro, age 61, passed away suddenly July 4, 2026, from the affects of cancer, at Shrewsbury Rehabilitation and Nursing Center. Kathryn was born in Boston, the loving daughter of Margaret (Giers) Barbaro and Angelo Barbaro.
Early in life, Kathy moved to Worcester. Kathy was always full of energy, and an active member of the Special Olympics. She was...
Judith "Judy" Riani
July 4, 2026
WORCESTER – Judith “Judy” (Vigeant) Riani, age 84, died peacefully on July 4, 2026 at St. Vincent Hospital after a period of declining health. Born in Worcester, Judy was the daughter of Edward and Lucille (Lucier) Vigeant.
Judy graduated from Quinsigamond Community College with an associate degree, after which she pursued a decades-long career in Compliance at State Mutual Insurance. “Judy was...
Maria D. Shackett
July 2, 2026
WORCESTER – Maria D. Shackett, 86, passed away on July 2, 2026. She is the loving wife of the late Edward G. Shackett, Jr.
Born and raised in Worcester, Maria is the daughter of the late James and Josephine (Cavalieri) Iannoli. She met her husband Edward and together they began a family.
A devoted homemaker and caregiver, Maria dedicated her life to...
Julieann Messier
June 30, 2026
WORCESTER - Julieann Messier, 44, passed away on June 30th, 2026 following a battle with cancer.
She was born and raised in Worcester, daughter of Jeanne (Metivier) and Ronald Messier. She is survived by her parents, her stepfather Bobby, her brother Ronnie and his fiancé Courtney, 5 nephews and one niece and had several aunts, uncles and cousins. She is predeceased...
Joe V. Liu
June 29, 2026
Worcester – Joe V. Liu, 94, passed away peacefully at his daughter’s home on Monday, June 29, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born in Burma (Myanmar), the beloved son of the late Kyi Soon Liu and Tam Shee (Tam) Liu.
Joe emigrated to the United States in 1979 and began working at the former Ken Chin Restaurant on Mill...
Mark Allen Chartier
June 27, 2026
Mark Allen Chartier, 66, of Athol, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026, at UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born on November 18, 1959, in Ware, Massachusetts, Mark was the son of Robert Chartier and Annette Dansereau.
Mark was a kind, caring, and humble man whose gentle heart touched everyone who knew him. After...
Leon A Hippert
June 27, 2026
Leon Allen Hippert from Worcester, MA, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 27th, 2026. Leon was born in Worcester, MA on June 15th, 1961. Leon graduated from Doherty Memorial High School.
Leon is survived by his older brother Terry (Jane), Hippert from Leesburg, FL; his twin sister, Lynne Hippert from Worcester, MA, and his longtime partner Cathern L. Jones-Nash of Rutland. Leon...
Laura Jean Mahar
June 23, 2026
Laura Jean Mahar, 60, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on Tuesday, June 23rd. She leaves behind enough makeup, clothes, and cans of hairspray to supply a small Midwestern beauty pageant. She left this world before she ever had the chance to wrinkle, which would have pleased her greatly.
She is survived by her mother, Jean Mahar; her sisters Michele and Kelley;...
Sandra L. McMenemy
June 23, 2026
Sandra L. "Sandy" (Flint) McMenemy, 74, of North Brookfield, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, on July 25, 1951, Sandy graduated from Burncoat High School and proudly served four years in the United States Air Force, achieving the rank of Sergeant. She carried the strength, dedication, and work...
Paul Michael Tynan
June 21, 2026
Paul Michael Tynan, 68, of Bellingham Massachusetts passed away after a very long illness surrounded by his loving family on Fathers Day, June 21st 2026. . Paul was born in New Bedford on May 16th 1958 and spent his childhood in Bedford, Massachusetts.
After graduating from Bedford High School, he enlisted in the Army Airborne reserves where he earned his...
Nikoleta Bakalli
June 18, 2026
With profound sadness and broken hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved mother, who courageously fought cancer for 14 years with remarkable strength, grace, and unwavering faith. Surrounded by the love of her family, she passed peacefully at home, leaving this world the same way she lived her life—with love, dignity, and compassion.
To know her was to love...
Michael Steven Sweeney, Sr.
June 18, 2026
Michael Steven Sweeney, Sr. passed away at home on June 18, 2026, and went to be with Jesus. While his family grieves his loss, they find comfort in knowing he has been reunited with the loved ones he missed so dearly.
Michael was known for his larger-than-life personality. He was outgoing, loud, and never met a stranger. Whether at a family...
Andrea Leclair Narcisi
June 16, 2026
Andrea Leclair NarcisiAugust 7, 1978 – June 16, 2026Andrea Leclair Narcisi, 47, of Leicester, Massachusetts, passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, on June 16, 2026, surrounded by the unwavering love of her family following a sudden and serious illness.Andrea was the beloved daughter of Michael and Carol Leclair of Leicester. She was a devoted sister, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend whose...
Ismael Mercado Astor
June 15, 2026
Worcester - Ismael Mercado Astor, better known as “Bebo”, was born on December 31, 1983, to parents, Senaida Astor and Ismael Mercado Del Valle, in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He found his passion in cars, and graduated from Superior Vocational Antonio Lucchetti to become a mechanic. He enjoyed fixing cars and upgrading them.
Ismael was blessed with a very large, loving family....
Paul James Laprise
June 15, 2026
Paul J. Laprise, 61, of Winchendon, MA, passed away on June 15, 2026, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.
Paul will forever be remembered for his unmistakable smile, quick laughter, and the spark of mischief that never left his eyes. He faced a long and difficult battle with addiction and Crohn’s disease, yet his true spirit was defined not by...
Todd Hammond
June 10, 2026
Todd Hammond passed away peacefully after a long illness, surrounded by the love of his family. He will be remembered as a devoted father, papa, son, brother, and friend whose kindness, humor, and willingness to help others touched countless lives.
Todd is survived by his three children: Kaleena Fadden and her husband, Chris, of Ware, Massachusetts; Chadd Hammond and his wife,...
Robert D. "Bob" MacIntosh
June 3, 2026
MILLBURY - Robert D. “Bob” MacIntosh, 72, passed away peacefully in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family, on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease.
Born in Worcester and raised in Shrewsbury, Bob was the beloved son of the late Barbara and Peter DeMauro. He attended Shrewsbury High School and, following graduation, took...
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