Obituaries

Joseph N. Deveno

Feb 23, 2021

Holland – Joseph N. Deveno, 63, passed away on Tuesday February 23, 2021 at the UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.

Joseph was born in Great Barrington, MA on October 9, 1957 son of the late John J. Deveno and Mary (Cody) Erskine; he was an avid motorcyclist and greatly enjoyed mountain biking as well as fishing...

David Collette Jr.

Feb 23, 2021

Webster – David Collette Jr., 60, passed away suddenly at home on Tuesday February 23, 2021.

David was born and raised in Webster, MA where he owned and operated Dave's Exteriors for over twenty years prior to his retirement; he greatly enjoyed fishing, hunting, and spending time with his family and friends, especially his son Danny.

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Kathleen Nicholopoulos

Feb 20, 2021

Webster - Kathleen E. Nicholopoulos, loving wife and mother, passed away peacefully at home after a short illness on Saturday, February 20th 2021.

Kathy was the beloved wife of 33 years to David Nicholopoulos, & mother of Aija, Trent, & Brooke Provost. Kathy was also a proud grandmother of Sunny, Anderson and Alexandra.

Kathy was...

Robert Richards

Feb 19, 2021

Webster – Robert Richards, 77, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday February 19, 2021 at the Lanessa Extended Care Center.

Robert was born in Worcester, MA on March 29, 1943; he worked as an automotive mechanic for many years and served honorably in the United States Army.

Being predeceased by his wife Jerrilyn...

Mary M. (Jakubowski) Brouillette

Feb 17, 2021

Dudley- Mary M. (Jakubowski) Brouillette age 89 passed away Wednesday, February 17, 2021 at the Univ. Of MA Healthcare Center Hospital, Worcester, MA.  She was the wife of the late Albert R. Brouillette who died in 2016. Mary leaves her very special niece and care giver MaryEllen Gromelski of Worcester.  She also leaves several nieces and nephews.  She was...

Jay E. Sibley

Feb 16, 2021

An obituary is not available at this time for Jay E. Sibley. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Wilma R. (Keith) Lafave

Feb 16, 2021

Southbridge-Wilma A. (Keith) LaFave age 71 passed away on Tuesday February 16, 2021 at Harrington Hospital, Southbridge due to complications of Covid-19.

She was the wife of the late Earl M. LaFave.  She leaves two sons, Philip Keith and his wife Wendy of New Smyrna, FL, William L. LaFave and his wife Wendy of N. Brookfield, MA,...

Gregory E. Hetu

Feb 12, 2021

Putnam, CT – Gregory E. Hetu, 73, passed away suddenly at home on Friday February 12, 2021.

Gregory was born in Putnam, CT on April 24, 1947, son of the late Arthur and Gladys (Benway) Hetu; he lived in the Pomfret and Putnam areas for all his life.  Gregory was a longtime member of the Abington Congregational...

Salvador Rodriguez

Feb 11, 2021

On February 11, 2021, our beloved father, husband, and grandfather, Salvador Rodriguez, passed away at the age of sixty. He was born on October 6, 1960, in the San Rafael neighborhood of the City of Santa Ana, Republic of El Salvador.

Son of Mercedes Rodriguez and Manuel Monterrosa, being the youngest of five siblings; Marta Alicia (+),...

Frank E. "Skippy" Pressey

Feb 7, 2021

Frank E. "Skippy" Pressey, 75, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Sunday, February 7, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Frank was born in Millbury, MA on April 21, 1945, son of the late Francis E. Pressey and Louise (Young) McCullough.  Before retiring, Frank owned and operated Skip's Carpet Service....

Betty A. (Mercier) Lefort

Feb 3, 2021

Betty A LeFort, age 81 after a courageous battle against Covid 19 passed on February 3,2021. Betty had many great friends, family members and strangers that showed great compassion and love for her throughout her struggle. Betty is predeceased by her husband Raymond LeFort Sr, mother Beatrice Mercier, father Robert Mercier, sister Phyllis Larose, daughter Lucinda Hecker. Betty leaves...

Ralph Michael Ricci

Feb 2, 2021

Southbridge - Ralph Michael Ricci, 64 passed away suddenly at the UMass Memorial Hospital on Tuesday February 2, 2021.

Ralph was born in Worcester, MA on October 2, 1956, son of Ralph J. and Anna M. (Paladino) Ricci. Born a middle child of 8, Ralph is survived by his brothers Joseph, Steven, Edmund and John, and his...

Devin R. Dubois

Feb 2, 2021

Worcester – Devin R. DuBois, 51, passed away suddenly at St. Vincent Hospital after being stricken ill at home on Tuesday February 2, 2021.

Devin was born in Bristol, CT on March 29, 1969, son of Richard and Patricia (Murphy) DuBois; he worked as an automotive mechanic for many years.  Devin enjoyed riding his Indian Motorcycle and...

Deanna Mae (Andersen) Bercume

Feb 2, 2021

Worcester/Webster – Deanna Mae (Andersen) Bercume, 82, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday February 2, 2021 at the Lanessa Extended Care Center.

Deanna was born in Worcester, MA on May 3, 1938, daughter of the late Alfred and Thordis Andersen; she greatly enjoyed going bowling and dancing.  Deanna loved socializing and playing bingo with her...

Stella Louise (Tavers) Haskins

Feb 2, 2021

Dighton/Webster – Stella Louise (Tavers) Haskins, 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday February 2, 2021 at the St. Camillus Health Care Center in Northbridge.

Stella was born in Dighton, MA on January 14, 1929 daughter of the late John and Rose (Camera) Tavers; she was a member of St. Peter's Church in Dighton for...

Richard Roberts

Feb 1, 2021

South Grafton – Richard Roberts, 83, passed away on Monday February 1, 2021 at the Casa de Romano Health Care Center in Framingham from complications of Covid-19 and COPD.

Richard was born in South Grafton on April 6, 1938, son of the late Armond J. and Vivian (LeBeau) Roberts.  Before retiring, Richard worked as a mason for...

Arlene L. (Barie) Froehlich

Feb 1, 2021

Woodstock Valley, CT- Arlene  L. (Barie) Froehlich age 88 passed away Feb. 1, 2021 at the Matulaitis Rehabilitation and Skilled Care Center after a short illness.

Arlene was born in Brockton on May 14, 1932 daughter of the late Arthur Barie and Viola (Belanger) Barie Hall.  Arlene was predeceased by her devoted husband Robert A. Froehlich who...

Michael A. Graveline

Jan 31, 2021

Dudley, MA – Michael A Graveline, 60, passed away peacefully on January 31 st surrounded by loved ones at UMASS Memorial after a long and hard battle against AML Leukemia.

Michael was born in Putnam, CT on August 30, 1960, son of Eleanor (Duval) Montgomery of Webster, MA and Melvin Graveline (deceased). Michael was a devoted husband...

Nancy A. (Mandell) Menard

Jan 30, 2021

Fitchburg – Nancy A. (Mandell) Menard, 82, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday January 30, 2021 with her loving family by her side.

Nancy was born in Fitchburg, MA on March 27, 1938 daughter of the late Henry and Veronica (Stasawicz) Mandell; She leaves behind two sons: David A Menard of Leominster and Greg H. Menard...

John David Adams

Jan 29, 2021

Webster- (John) David Adams, 85, passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Friday, January 29, 2021, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Dave was born in Hopkinton, MA on November 30, 1935, the son of the late Clement W. and Barbara Page Adams; prior to retirement Dave worked as a hearing...