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Bruce P. Connors
January 3, 2026
Bruce Connors passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving children, on January 3, 2026. He was 72 years old.
Bruce was born September 23, 1953, in Tampa, Florida, to the late Paul and Viola Connors. He lived in Massachusetts for most of his life and spent his later years in Rhode Island. He had recently moved to Charlton about a year...
Glenn E. Wolfe
January 1, 2026
LEOMINSTER, MA - Little did Clinton and his wife, Kathryn (Fisher) Wolfe, know that the blue-
eyed baby boy born to them in Shiremanstown, PA, on 3/3/33 would grow to be the independent,
sometimes maverick, and trailblazer he became. A source of abundant pride and, yes, a cause of
a few gray hairs, “Glennie”, as his mom affectionately called him, was an involved
member...
Michael Ladeau
December 30, 2025
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael Kenneth LaDeau, who passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, at the age of 68 after a two-year battle with brain cancer. Michael was a cherished family member, friend, and community member, remembered for his kindness, warmth, and endearing sense of humor.
Michael dedicated his professional life to law...
Hai Van Nguyen
December 30, 2025
SOUTH HADLEY - Hai Van Nguyen passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, with his beloved wife, Thinh Tran, by his bedside until his final breath. He was 77 years old.
Hai was born on January 10, 1948, in Hanoi, Vietnam, to the late Hinh Van Nguyen and Hien Nguyet Ho. At the age of six, he and his family moved...
Mary Joan (Tessier) Tardy
December 30, 2025
WORCESTER - Mary J. (Tessier) Tardy, age 74, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
The family would like to thank the compassionate staff Jewish Healthcare Center and the Rose Monahan Hospice Home for their care of Mary.
Funeral arrangements are incomplete at this time and are under the care of Kelly Cremation & Funeral Care, 154 Lincoln St., Worcester.
Allan D Randall
December 29, 2025
Allan D. Randall, age 93, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Oasis at Dodge Park in Worcester, MA. He was born in Sharon, CT, the beloved son of the late Merle R. Randall and Doris H. (Dow) Randall, and was raised in Cromwell, CT.
Allan graduated from Cromwell High School, and went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree...
Dawn Kishore
December 28, 2025
AUBURN - Dawn Winant Kishore, 79, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025. She is predeceased by her mother Elizabeth (Taber) Winant-Relle and father William Winant of Albany, NY.
A graduate of Guilderland, NY High school, class of 1964, she enrolled in the nursing program at Adelphi University in Garden City, NY. During her studies there, she enrolled in the US...
Walter Francis Costello
December 27, 2025
Walter Francis Costello
April 3, 1943 — December 27, 2025
UPTON - Walter Francis Costello, age 82, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on December 27, 2025. Walter was born on April 3, 1943, in Manchester, New Hampshire, to the late Walter and Mabel Costello.
Walter was an insurance executive by trade and took a great deal of pride in...
Edward John Vivlamore, Sr.
December 27, 2025
WORCESTER - Edward John Vivlamore Sr., age 55, passed away peacefully at home on December 27, 2025. Edward was born on December 21, 1970, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to the late Kathleen and Kenneth Vivlamore.
He was a skilled painter by trade and took great pride in his work. Edward had a deep love for fishing and the outdoors, finding peace and...
Thomas James Dobson, Jr.
December 25, 2025
WORCESTER - Thomas Dobson, Jr. passed away on Christmas Day, 2025, at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. He was surrounded by his children and family.
Thomas was predeceased by his parents and by his former wife of 25 years, Loretta Wulforst of Huntington, Long Island, New York who passed away in 2021. He is survived by his four children,...
Tara Riopelle
December 15, 2025
HAVERHILL - Tara Marie Riopelle, 52, of Haverhill, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025. Born on April 15, 1973, in Lawrence, MA, she was the beloved daughter of the late Justine and David Riopelle. Tara was the eldest of four children and is survived by her siblings Eric Riopelle, Paul Riopelle, and Mary Pletcher.
A proud graduate of Greater...
Kathleen Faith Thompson
December 15, 2025
Kathleen (Kathy) Faith Thompson passed peacefully on Monday, Dec 15, 2025, surrounded by her family. Born at the Goddard hospital in Brockton Ma. on January 13, 1954. She was the daughter of the late Richard Standish Thompson and Beatrice Bernice (Pitman) Johnson.
She lived in Brockton till she moved to West Bridgewater and lived their until she Married. Kathy and her...
Gerritt J DeBoer, III
December 14, 2025
Gerritt J DeBoer III
August 31, 1959- December 14, 2025
Northborough
Northborough- Gerritt J DeBoer III (Buster) passed away on December 14, 2025 at Umass University. Born August 31, 1959 in Marlborough, MA.
Gerritt worked 38 years between Westborough State Hospital and Tewksbury State hospital as a maintenance worker. He was friend to hundreds of people over his lifetime. He helped as many as...
Helen A. (Browne) Lambert
December 14, 2025
WORCESTER – Helen A. (Browne) Lambert, 93, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 14, 2025, in the comfort of her daughter’s home in Leicester, surrounded by her loving family.
Born and raised in Worcester, Helen was the daughter of Irish immigrants Daniel D. and Helena F. (Callaghan) Browne. She attended Worcester Public Schools and was a graduate of Commerce High School....
Frantz Charles
December 13, 2025
The funeral service will be livestreamed at this link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/a25121241474202
HOPEDALE – Frantz Charles, 53, beloved husband of Nahomie (St. Fleur) Charles, passed away unexpectedly, December 13, 2025. Born and raised in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, he was the son of Franck Charles and Raymonde Mentor.
Frantz earned a master’s degree from Bridgewater State University. He went on to enjoy a long career as...
Kerry Edwin Smith
December 11, 2025
WORCESTER - Kerry Edwin Smith, age 69, passed away on December 11, 2025 at The Rose Monahan Hospice Home Worcester, MA. He was born April 6, 1956 in North Hempstead, New York. He was the son of the late Edwin and Elsie (Smith) Smith. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister, Sharon Hoey.
Kerry had a successful...
Omar Eloi Acevedo
December 9, 2025
MILLBURY - Omar Acevedo, 43, passed away on December 9, 2025, in Worcester, Massachusetts, surrounded by the love of his family after a courageous and unwavering battle with cancer. Born on September 2, 1982, in Hoboken, New Jersey, Omar lived a life defined by strength, devotion, and an unshakable spirit that touched all who knew him.
Omar proudly served in the...
Joshua B. Martin
December 7, 2025
Worcester - Joshua B. Martin, 62, died peacefully at home on Monday, December 8, 2025. He was born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of the late Deano D. and Annie Mae (Kinard) Martin.
Joshua had worked in construction for many years, most recently for F and D trucking Co. He had a life-long passion for boxing and especially appreciated the work...
Michael M. Ferranti
December 7, 2025
SHREWSBURY - Michael M. Ferranti, 66, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2025. He is the loving husband of Cynthia “Cindy” Ferranti, with whom he has shared over 47 years of marriage.
He was born in Worcester to the late Michael and Lucy (Portosa) Ferranti. Michael dedicated 26 years of hard-working service to the WRTA and will be remembered for the...
June Marie House
November 26, 2025
MILLBURY - June Marie (Plante) House, of Millbury, MA, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025. Born in Worcester, MA, on September 2, 1951, June lived a life of service, compassion, and deep connection to both people and nature.
A graduate of North High School in Worcester, Class of 1971, June pursued a lifelong passion for health and healing. She earned...
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