Obituaries

Jan 1, 2023

Worcester – Carlos A. Castro Hernandez, 53, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday January 1, 2023.

Carlos was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico on October 29, 1969, and lived in Worcester, MA for many years.  Carlos was a man of faith and a cherished member of the Net of Compassion Staff; he was a loving father, a true...

Jan 1, 2023

WEBSTER -  Andrea D Franas, "Grammie" to her Grandchildren and "Andee" to her family and friends, died peacefully on Monday January 1, 2023. She is survived by her Husband of 53 years, Richard Franas, Son Jeffrey Franas, six Grandchildren: Elisabeth , Anna, Madalyn , Andrew, Ian and Emmet, her daughter's in law Heather and Stacey, her Mother Eleanor Dembowski,...

Dec 29, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for Donald Bruce Johnson. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 27, 2022

Harold R. Jacobson of 14 Old Worcester Road Oxford, passed away on December 27, 2022; he passed away peacefully at home with his friend Jimmy at his side.

Harold was born on December 5, 1934 in a log cabin on the family homestead in Midnight Lake, Saskatchewan, Canada; he came, with his family, to the United States...

Dec 26, 2022

An obituary is not available at this time for David F. Rogers. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 26, 2022

Spencer – Harold L. "Moe" Moulton Jr., 73, passed away on December 26, 2022, leaving his loving wife Leah.

Harold was born in Southbridge, MA on November 26, 1949, son of the late Harold Moulton Sr. and Hazel (Hirbour) Moulton.  Besides his wife, Harold leaves his brother Kevin Moulton and his sister Janice Madsen, his sisters-in-law Sara,...

Dec 25, 2022

Scott Robert Blake - Born March 26, 1984. Passed on December 25, 2022. He was survived by his parents Douglas Blake of Palenville, NY and Mary Calder of Frankfort, NY. His three sisters Angela Kitzmiller and her husband Donald Kitzmiller of Warwick, MA, Stephanie Blake of Ilion, NY and Elizabeth Calder of Herkimer, NY; His niece Lexis Raymond of...

Dec 22, 2022

On Thursday, December 22, 2022, John F. Carpenter, age 69, of North Grosvenordale, passed away after a long illness.

John was born in Worcester, MA, July 24, 1953, beloved son of the late Bernard Carpenter Sr. and Francis (Saad) Henault.  John is survived by daughter Sherry Carpenter of Danielson and son John Carpenter and wife, Judy of...

Dec 22, 2022

Webster – Virginia E. (Jacques) Popek, 92, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday December 22, 2022.

Virginia was born in Milford, MA on April 1, 1930, daughter of the late Joseph and Olive (Ouillette) Jacques; she was a person of deep faith and a devout member of St. Louis Church.  Virginia enjoyed reading, sewing, and spending...

Dec 21, 2022

Oxford – Christopher Young, 60, passed away on December 21, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester.

Christopher was born in Oakland, CA on May 3, 1962, son of  the late Gene and Emma (Bohanan) Young; he relocated from Montana to Massachusetts five years ago.  Christopher worked as a mortician for many years; he enjoyed spending time...

Dec 19, 2022

Attawaugan, CT – Michael R. Beaulac, 72, passed away on unexpectedly on Monday December 19, 2022 while at the Day-Kimball Hospital in Putnam.

Michael was born at Day-Kimball Hospital in Putnam, CT on June 22, 1950 son of the late Robert R. and Lucille A. (Loiselle) Beaulac; he thoroughly enjoyed his work at Linemaster Switch Company in...

Dec 15, 2022

Danielson, CT – Barbara Ann (Sheehan) White, 86, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday December 15, 2022 while surrounded by her loving family.

Barbara was born in Woonsocket, RI on February 15, 1936, daughter of the late Arthur and Cecile (Marchand) Sheehan; she is survived by her husband Frederick E. White; her son Brian D. White...

Dec 13, 2022

Southbridge – Louise Lewallen, 59, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday December 13, 2022 while surrounded by her loving family.

Louise was born in Ware, MA on August 15, 1963, daughter of the late James and Wanda (Barscz) Thomas; she worked at Millbrook Distribution for many years prior to her illness.  Louise enjoyed going to the...

Dec 9, 2022

Webster – Dr. Gail M. Grandy, Phd, 86, passed away at home on Friday December 9, 2022.

Gail was born in Burlington, VT on February 18, 1937, daughter of the late Lorenzo and Rebecca (Seaver) Grandy; she thoroughly enjoyed traveling, spending time with her friends, laughing, and solving puzzles.  Gail is survived by her niece Kimberly F....

Dec 6, 2022

Webster – Donna M. (Jacques) Ward, 57, passed away on Tuesday December 6, 2022 while at Lanessa Extended Care.

Donna was born in Worcester, MA on June 7, 1965, daughter of the late Joseph and Carleen (Jarvis) Jacques.  Being predeceased by her parents and her husband, the late Robert Ward; Donna is survived by her brother Joseph...

Dec 4, 2022

Auburn – Edward H. "Skip" Lemieux Jr, 65, passed away at home on Sunday December 4, 2022 while surrounded by his loving family.

Edward was born in Worcester, MA on November 23, 1957, son of the late Edward H. Lemieux Sr and Joanne (Staplton) Lemieux.  Ed worked for Charter Communications for many years; he enjoyed building things,...

Dec 1, 2022

David Joseph Chartier, surrounded by his loving family, passed peacefully into the next life on 12/1/2022 at his home in Danielson, CT. He was 84. David was born on 7/6/1938, the second son to Dr. Gerard and Rubia Chartier.

David grew up in Danielson, attending St. James School before going on to high school at Assumption Prep...

Dec 1, 2022

Antonia "Toni" (Bonczek) Fitzpatrick, 83, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2022 at St. Clare Retirement Home in Newport, Rhode Island.  Toni grew up in Webster then married Donald Fitzpatrick in 1962.  They traveled the world as a Navy family but always returned to summer on Webster Lake.

Toni is best known as an entertainer, playing the...

Nov 30, 2022

Dudley – Ethel Louise (Kelman) O'Keefe, 90, passed away on Wednesday November 30, 2022 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester.

Ethel was born in Shrewsbury, MA on May 22, 1932, daughter of the late Joseph and Ethel (Turner) Kelman. After earning her Master's, Ethel taught at several schools including: Johnson and Wales, Central New England College, Putnam...

Nov 29, 2022

Anthony (Tony) DeFusco of Methuen, MA, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, November 30, 2022, at Methuen Village Assisted Living, at the age of 101.

Tony was born raised in Lawrence, MA.  A proud member of the USMC and Purple Heart recipient, Tony fought in the Marshall Islands with the 4th Marine Division during WWII. ...