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Edward Joseph (Levine) Cuoco
June 28, 2025
Edward Joseph (Levine) Cuoco, 74, of Worcester passed away peacefully with his son by his side on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at home after a battle with cancer.
He leaves behind a son Edward Joseph Levine Jackson.
He also leaves behind two grandchildren: Enniah & Edward Jackson Jr.
Edward was born in Springfield, MA to Antoinette Cuoco. He grew up & lived his...
Robert Albin Volent
June 25, 2025
Robert Albin Volent, 67, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on June 25th, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on November 18th, 1957, in Worcester, Robert lived a life filled with love and adventure. His charisma, strength, and boundless energy will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Robert's early years were spent in Worcester, where he graduated from Holy Name High...
Nancy Ayotte
June 19, 2025
Charlton, MA – Nancy Rose Ayotte, 69, of Charlton MA, passed away peacefully on June 19, 2025 at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester following a period of illness.
Nancy was born in Waltham and grew up in Marlborough. She graduated from Marlborough High School in the Class of 1974. She was a long time resident of Southbridge, working...
Kazimierz A. Trzcinski
June 19, 2025
SHREWSBURY - Kazimierz "Kaz" A. Trzcinski passed away on June 19, 2025. He is a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.
Family and friends are kindly invited to attend calling hours on Saturday, June 28th from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM at Kelly Cremation and Funeral Care, 154 Lincoln Street in Worcester.
Interment will be private.
Ethan Vongchampa-Long
June 10, 2025
Worcester – At the tender age of 4, Ethan Vongchampa-Long passed away unexpectedly. Born in Worcester, he was the precious son of Dale Vongchampa and Somnang Long, and a little brother to his three siblings.
Ethan was a bright-eyed, curious and adventurous little boy who knew all his numbers and colors. He spent his days playing with his Hot Wheels cars,...
Kenneth Arthur Smith
June 7, 2025
WESTMINSTER - Kenneth Arthur Smith (Art) passed away peacefully at home on June 7, 2025, with his family by his side, after facing lung cancer with quiet courage and grace for over a year.
Known for his calm presence and steady demeanor, Art welcomed and cared for many people throughout his life without judgement or expectation, offering hospitality and kindness, simply...
Marian L. Breault
June 6, 2025
NORTHBRIDGE - Marian (Simonds) Breault, 91, formerly of Ashland and Winchendon, MA, passed away peacefully on June 6th at Advinia Care in Northbridge, after a long battle with Alzheimer's. Her husband of fifty years, LaVerne Breault, passed away in 2005
The daughter of Irene (Davis) and Charles Simonds, she was born and raised in Springfield, VT. It was there that she...
Wendy Woodbury
June 5, 2025
SPENCER – Wendy Robin Mary Woodbury (Theirrien), age 71 passed away peacefully on June 5, 2025.
Wendy leaves behind her husband of 52 years, Kenneth A. Woodbury; her son, James E. Woodbury; Grandsons, John J. Woodbury of Holden and Zachary Hitchcock of Maine; Sisters, Nancy M. Burbank of Leicester and Gail L. Butler of Holden; and several nieces and nephews. Her...
Sandra Marion McCormick
June 3, 2025
Sandra Marion McCormick (née Woelz), of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts—beloved wife, sister, aunt, and friend—passed away peacefully on June 3, 2025, at the age of 69.
Known to all who loved her as Sandy, she was born on April 7, 1956, in Elizabeth, New Jersey. She was a devoted wife and a loyal friend; someone whose kindness and gentle spirit left a lasting...
Pamela (Jens) DiNitto
June 1, 2025
HUDSON - Pamela (Jens) Dinitto, 79, of Hudson, MA, formerly a long-time resident of Chelmsford, MA, passed peacefully on June 1, 2025, at UMass Memorial Health-Marlboro Hospital following a period of declining health.
She was born in New Orleans, Louisiana, the daughter of William Gault Jens and Betty (Hubbard) Jens Evans.
Pam loved animals, flowers, music, and her friends. She was known...
Carmen "Cuca" Semidei (Galarza)
May 30, 2025
WORCESTER – Carmen “Cuca” Semidei (Galarza), 72, passed away peacefully on May 30, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.
She was born on December 5, 1952, in Guayanilla, Puerto Rico, to the late Manuel H. Galarza and Carmen Torres. Carmen later moved to Worcester, Massachusetts, where she built a life full of love, resilience, and dedication to her family...
Alan Lesley
May 26, 2025
SHREWSBURY - Alan Lesley, 66, passed away on May 26, 2025. He will be laid to rest in Rural Cemetery, Worcester at a later date.
Lauren E. Hamm
May 24, 2025
Dr. Lauren E. Hamm
March 27, 1971 – May 24, 2025
Dr. Lauren E. Hamm, 54, of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on May 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 27, 1971, in Boston, Massachusetts, Lauren pursued a life of care, compassion, and purpose. She graduated from Hudson Catholic High School in Hudson, Massachusetts, before earning her...
Dahn Thompson King
May 23, 2025
CHARLTON - Dahn Thompson King, age 47, passed on Friday, May 23, 2025. She was a devoted wife, loving mother and doting grandmother. She was a rescue mom to several pets over the years, and a loyal friend and admired by her coworkers.
Dahn loved her job in X-ray and CT, jumping at every opportunity to teach someone something new. She...
James J. Squeglia
May 23, 2025
LAWRENCE - James J. “Cricky” Squeglia, 70, of Lawrence, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, May 23, 2025 with family at his side. James was born in Lowell and was the son of the late Angelo and Hazel (Fisher) Squeglia.
James was raised and educated in Lawrence. He worked as a mechanic for Henry’s Auto in Lawrence for many years...
Carole J. Thompson
May 20, 2025
WORCESTER - Carole J Thompson died on Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Born on Christmas Day in 1936 in Springfield Mass, the daughter of Charles Denver and Dorothy (Mahler). The youngest of 5 siblings. With only a few years living out of the state, Carole was a lifelong resident within the state of Massachusetts with the last residence in Worcester for...
Maksim Thaci
May 18, 2025
WORCESTER – Maksim Thaci, age 76, died peacefully on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Worcester Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, surrounded by the loving presence of his family. Born in Tirana, Albania, he was the son of Demlush and Myvedti (Krasta) Thaci.
Maksim will be lovingly missed and remembered by his devoted daughters, Beki Isallari and her husband, Adrian of Worcester,...
Dale Stoddard
May 10, 2025
AGAWAM - Dale R. Stoddard, age 64, formerly or Worcester, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday May 10, 2025.
Dale proudly served as a medical services specialist in the United States Air Force from 1982-1984. He was a jack of all trades who held many occupations throughout his life. He enjoyed fishing, earning his black belt in Taekwondo, riding motorcycles, and spending...
Paul W. Howe
May 9, 2025
OAKHAM - Paul W. (Howie) Howe, 66, passed away at home surrounded by family, after a long battle with lung cancer.
Born on April 16, 1959, in Worcester, Paul was the son of the late Warren W. and Louise (Ramsey) Howe of Shrewsbury. Paul was predeceased by his brother Allen R. Howe.
A proud and stubborn “jack of all trades,” Paul had...
Domingo Barriera Vazquez
May 8, 2025
WORCESTER - Domingo Barriera Vazquez passed away on May 8, 2025.
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