Obituaries

Apr 29, 2021

Killingly, CT – Lionel L. Rondeau, 82, passed away at home on Thursday April 29, 2021.

Lionel was born in Putnam, CT on December 7, 1938, son of the late Leonel and Margaret (Leonard) Rondeau; he worked in the construction industry for many years prior to his retirement; he also served honorably in the United States Army. ...

Apr 23, 2021

Webster – Ralph E. Wagher, 79, passed away peacefully on Friday April 23, 2021 while at the UMass Memorial Medical Center-University Campus in Worcester.

Ralph was born in Worcester, MA on October 30, 1941, son of the late Joseph Wagher and Mae (Widing) Babb.  Ralph worked for Wright Line in Worcester for over forty-five years; he greatly...

Apr 23, 2021

Dudley – Mary (Mangan) Blanchette, 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Friday April 23, 2021 while at the Genesis Health Care Center in Agawam.

Mary was born in Webster, MA on May 26, 1930, daughter of the late Patrick and Cecelia (Cannalonga) Mangan; she lived in the area all of her life.  Mary worked as...

Apr 22, 2021

Worcester - On Thursday, April 22, 2021 Donald Gove Sr, father of three, passed away at age 60.

Born on February 11, 1961 at Holden hospital to George and Grace (Hatstat) Gove. He received his welding degree in 1981 and worked as such for over 30 years.

He had three sons, DJ, Nathan and Zachary....

Apr 20, 2021

Oxford – Joanne M. (Pierre) Klebart, 84, passed away on Tuesday April 20, 2021 while at the Life Care Center of Auburn.

Joanne was born in Dudley, MA on April 10, 1937, daughter of the late Joseph and Helen (Johnson) Pierre.  Joanne worked for the Ethan Allen Company for many years prior to her retirement, and was...

Apr 19, 2021

Worcester – Pablo Rocca, 50, passed away at the UMass Memorial Medical Center on Monday April 19, 2021.

Pablo was born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico on March 9, 1971, and lived in Worcester for most of his life; he greatly enjoyed baseball, being a fan of the New York Yankees.  Pablo also loved music; Willie Gonzalez...

Apr 15, 2021

Quinebaug, CT – Ronald E. Medeiros, 87, passed away at the Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge on April 15, 2021.

Ronald was born in New Bedford, MA on April 28, 1933, son of the late Cadence and Florence Medeiros; he served honorably in the United States Air Force for over twenty years prior to his retirement.

Apr 14, 2021

Worcester – Scott A. Wonoski, 43, passed away on April 14, 2021 while at the Good Samaritan Hospital in Brockton.

Scott was born in Worcester, MA on July 7, 1977, son of Paul Wonoski and Karen (Lowe) Brody.  Scott was predeceased by his sister Renee LaFortune.

Private funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care...

Apr 12, 2021

Oxford/Webster - Jeffrey Moody, 72, of Webster, formerly of Oxford, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday April 12, 2021 while at the Lanessa Extended Care Center in Webster.

Private funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Shaw-Majercik Funeral Home.

A guest book is available at www.shaw-majercik.com where you may offer...

Apr 11, 2021

Wales – Kristin A. Foster, 40, passed away on Sunday April 11, 2021 while at the Johnson Memorial Hospital in Stafford, CT.

Kristin was born in Wellesley, MA on December 11, 1980; she worked for the Criterion Child Enrichment Center in South Hadley for many years.  Krisitn cherished her work with children; she was also fond of...

Apr 10, 2021

Joyce Marie (DeFusco) Hersey September 9, 1946 - April 10, 2021

Joyce Hersey, of Methuen, passed away peacefully at Holy Family Hospital surrounded by her loved ones.  She is predeceased by her husband Philip Hersey, son David Hersey and her mother, Irene DeFusco.  She is survived by her son, Philip Hersey, her father, Anthony DeFusco, and her...

Apr 4, 2021

Brad J. Smith died unexpectedly in Tampa, Florida on April 4, 2021.

Brad was a great friend to many, he had an ability to light up a room with his infectious smile and easy sense of humor. He was a joyful soul who lived life to the fullest, while also being disciplined and fiercely competitive when it...

Mar 31, 2021

Shrewsbury, MA – Leonard P. Montione, 78, died on Wednesday March 31, 2021 at home after fighting a long illness.  He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Mary Ann (Selesky) Montione of Avoca, PA; three children: Robert J. Montione and his wife Silvana of Oxford; Leonard C. Montione of Sutton; Dana Ann Montione of Dudley; his five...

Mar 30, 2021

North Brookfield – Margaret Rose "Mickey" (Mendala) Mitchell, 82, passed away on Tuesday March 30, 2021 at the Quaboag Nursing and Healthcare Center in West Brookfield.

Margaret was born in Worcester, MA on May 10, 1938, daughter of the late Frances J. and Mary Helen (Kuliss) Mendala; she worked for Warren Pumps for twenty-six years prior to...

Mar 29, 2021

Worcester – Barbara (Naumiec) Hayes, 63, passed away at the Beaumont Nursing and Healthcare Center on Monday March 29, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Barbara was born in Worcester, MA on June 28, 1957, daughter of the late John J. and Louise M. Naumiec; she lived in Worcester for all of her life, graduating from...

Mar 23, 2021

Dudley - Dennis P. Cobb Sr. 75, passed away on Tuesday March 23, 2021 after a short illness.

He leaves one son, Dennis P. Cobb Jr. and his wife Tina of Oxford; two daughters, Kelly Peterson and her husband David of Webster,  Lisa Hanna and her husband Robert of Dudley. He also leaves 3 brothers, Charles Cobb...

Mar 20, 2021

Worcester – Eddie Rosario, 58, passed away on Saturday March 20, 2021 at the UMass Memorial Medical Center.

Eddie was born in St. Croix on December 10, 1962, son of Antonio and Feliciana Navarro; he worked hard as a butcher for many years providing for his family.  Eddie loved reading, cooking, and spending time with his family;...

Mar 20, 2021

Pomfret Center/Fabyan, CT - Edna Vogel passed peacefully on March 20, 2021 at UMass from complications of a failing heart.

Edna is now joyfully reunited with her family; her husband of 57 years, Arthur (1921-2013) and her only son, Arthur James "AJ" (1960-2018).

Born in Webster, MA, on October 4, 1931, Edna was the third...

Mar 17, 2021

Bellingham – Arthur E. Marrier, 82, passed away at home on Wednesday March 17, 2021 while surrounded by his loving family.

Arthur was born in Webster, MA on August 18, 1938, son of the late Edward and Dorothea (Norman) Marrier.  Arthur owned and operated Spencer Billiards for many years prior to his retirement.  Arthur enjoyed golfing, going...

Mar 17, 2021

Putnam, CT – Michael C. Miller, 51, passed away on Wednesday March 17, 2021 while at the Day-Kimball Hospital in Putnam.

Michael was born in Worcester, MA on July 4, 1969; he greatly enjoyed taking trips to Cape Cod and Jamestown, RI.  Michael was an excellent cook; he also enjoyed going camping and riding ATV's.

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