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Steven Howard Quarfordt
September 21, 2025
Steven Howard Quarfordt
Steven Howard Quarfordt, of Worcester, MA passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in the presence of his family at Mass General Hospital, Boston.
Born on July 30, 1935, to Agnes and Howard Quarfordt, Steve spent his entire “growing up” years at one single address in Elmhurst, NY. He is survived by his wife of 71 years June...
Jeffrey Alan Kallio
September 18, 2025
JEFFREY ALAN KALLIO
Jeffrey Alan Kallio, known to many as Jeff, was born in Holden, Massachusetts, to William and Norma Kallio. He was the third of four children and the only son, sibling to Kimberlee Morrow, Julie Lemon, and Jennifer Kallio.
In 1984, Jeff joined the Navy, a chapter in his life where he met and married his first wife, Isabelle Kallio...
Carol Kozlowski
September 15, 2025
MILLBURY - Carol A. (Guinto) MacRae Kozlowski, age 72, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 15th surrounded by her loving family. Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, she was daughter of the late George Guinto and Pearl (Derosier) Guinto.
Carol is survived and will be deeply missed by her son, Thomas Guinto and his wife Shelley and her three granddaughters, Mia, Samantha and...
Cynthia Leah Linkel
September 13, 2025
FITCHBURG - An avid world traveler, lover of theater, music, and museums; Cindy was a proud mother, and beloved friend, sister, and daughter. She squeezed every inch out of life and never turned away someone she loved.
Cynthia Leah Linkel of Fitchburg, Massachusetts passed away surrounded by loved ones in the early morning hours of Saturday, September 13, 2025. Cindy was...
Henry Parker Hirschel
September 12, 2025
DEERFIELD - Henry Parker Hirschel, 78, of Deerfield, MA passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025. He grew up in Boston and graduated from Boston Latin School in 1966 and attended The University of Massachusetts (UMASS) at Amherst graduating with the class of 1970.
During the National Science Foundation’s Operation Deepfreeze 73 he worked for six months as a field assistant...
Martin Janhunen
September 10, 2025
Martin Harry Janhunen, 76, of Westminster, MA, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025 surrounded by his family.
Born on March 6, 1949, he was son of the late Martin Unto Janhunen and Florence Mary (Peterson) Janhunen. Marty was an avid fisherman, trapper, hunter and logger by trade. He worked as a logger for most of his life up until retirement....
Robert Harrison Brainard
September 8, 2025
Brookfield, MA – Robert H. Brainard 84 of Brookfield, MA, passed away peacefully on September 8, 2025 at the Christopher House of Worcester following several years with Dementia.
Robert is survived by his current wife Donna M. Brainard (Busha) his daughter Kristen, two stepdaughters: Melissa and Tonya and one stepson: Shawn. Six grandchildren: Cherie, Javery, Caleb, Morgan, Gracie and Madison. Three...
Kathy A. Hokanson
September 7, 2025
SPENCER – Kathy (Giroux) Hokanson, 61, died on Sunday, September 7, 2025, in her home surrounded by loved ones. She was born on august 20, 1964 in Ware to the late George and Shirly (Reim) Giroux.
She graduated from Millbury Highschool, class of 1982. She married her high school sweetheart, Carl Hokanson. They moved on to journey while Carl was serving...
Laura Lee (Gaspee) Williams
September 5, 2025
UXBRIDGE, MA - It is with great sadness that the family of Laura Lee (Gaspee) Williams, 82, announces her passing, at home, on Friday, September 5, 2025, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. She was a beloved wife, loving mother, talented musician, compassionate animal lover, generous friend, and woman of faith.
Laura Lee was born on Tuesday, December 15, 1942,...
David Lee LeBlanc
September 4, 2025
FITCHBURG - David Lee LeBlanc, 43, passed away on September 4, 2025, at UMASS Medical Center in Worcester.
David was raised by his grandparents, Roland and Yolande LeBlanc in Lunenburg, MA. He was a 2001 graduate of Notre Dame High School in Fitchburg. At the time of his death, he was employed at Pet Supplies Plus in Lunenburg.
He leaves behind an...
Richard Strand
September 3, 2025
RUTLAND - Richard "Rick" Strand, aged 67, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 3rd, surrounded by his family. Born to Robert and Magdalena Strand on July 17, 1958, Rick was a proud graduate of Wachusett Regional High School and went on to study plastics engineering at Lowell University.
Rick had a love for music and a deep fascination with weather and...
Robert R. Bouchard
August 30, 2025
Robert R. Bouchard 78
Worcester- Robert R. Bouchard 78 of 50 Harlem st died Saturday August 30, 2025 at home peacefully as he wished after a struggle with complications from lung cancer.
He leaves his devoted loving wife Sandra R. Bouchard(Ballard), His beautiful children and their spouses Robert and Megan Bouchard, David Bouchard, Aimee-Lynn Bouchard and Edward Davis, and Albert and Holly...
Dana P. Dyer
August 30, 2025
HUDSON - It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dana Dyer, age 70, of Hudson, Massachusetts on August 30, 2025. He was born on June 10, 1955 to Richard and Patricia Dyer of Marlboro.
He is survived by his loving wife Cheryl (Lucia) Dyer and his 6 children, Heather Jones (husband Jeff Jones), Joshua Dyer, Christopher Dyer,...
Michael T. Hennessy
August 24, 2025
WORCESTER – Michael T. Hennessy, 74, passed away peacefully on August 24, 2025 at Christopher House in Worcester.
Michael was born in Dunmore East, Waterford, Ireland to the late Thomas and Christine (Fitzgerald) Hennessy. He was predeceased by his brother Nicholas Hennessy, forever missed.
Michael retired from the City of Worcester after 39 years as the Director of Accounts in the City...
Mariellen Vignot French
August 20, 2025
AUBURN - Mariellen French (née Vignot) passed peacefully from this Earth on August 20, 2025, in Worcester, Massachusetts.
She was born in New London, CT on July 21, 1940. She spent her formative years finding ways to get in trouble with her cousin Wayne, who lived just across the driveway. They walked on the sticky tarred flat roof of their grandmother’s...
John Lampi
August 20, 2025
John B. Lampi, 57, Wild Spirit, Adventurer, and Friend to All
FITCHBURG - With heavy hearts and a smile (because that’s exactly what John would’ve wanted), we announce the passing of John B. Lampi, age 57, on August 20, 2025, after a long battle with diabetes and chronic kidney disease. Known for his untamed spirit, mischief, unforgettable blue eyes, and appetite...
Steven M. Courtemanche, Jr.
August 19, 2025
ROCHDALE – Steven M. Courtemanche, Jr.(Chowda)(Stevo), 40, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 19, 2025. Born in Worcester and raised in Leicester, Steven was known for his adventurous spirit, and deep love for the outdoors.
He attended Leicester High School and later worked in the construction field where his skill and dedication were evident in every project he touched. Outside of...
Joanne Susan (Maxwell) Scannell
August 18, 2025
WEBSTER - Joanne Susan (Maxwell) Scannell, 65, of Webster, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was a loving wife and mother who dedicated her life to helping others.
Known affectionately as “JoJo” by her friends, Joanne had an outgoing nature that could light up any room. She was an animal lover...
Venkata Ramana Murty Bondada
August 15, 2025
TEXAS - B. V. Ramana Murty, fondly known as Nannalu, passed away peacefully in 2025 in Boston, USA, leaving behind an enduring legacy of sincerity, service, and inspiration.
Born in 1940 during the turbulence of the Second World War, he grew up in Bhimunipatnam, India and later Visakhapatnam amidst wartime evacuations, economic hardship, and the Bengal famine. Despite these challenges, he...
Annette Cecile Rheaume
August 14, 2025
GARDNER - Annette Cecile Rheaume, 89, died after a brief illness on Thursday, August 14, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Francis Charles “Frannie” Rheaume with whom she shared 54 years of marriage.
Annette – affectionately known as Nana, Nanner Nanner, and Mamallama – was the youngest child born to Michel and Alvina (Belliveau) St. Pierre in Waltham,...
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