All Obituaries

Worcester - Betty passed away after a 6 week stay at St. Vincent's Hospital on October 9th, 2020. Betty was predeceased by her husband Brian who passed in May 2020. She was born in Detroit Michigan and adopted as an infant to Roy Twing and Eliza Mae Twing. She attended school and was raised in Sheffield Ma and Lancaster Ma. She worked in manufacturing. She was a proud member of the Worcester Inter-Tribal Indian Organization. She leaves behind her daughter Donna Rosado who was her...

On Monday October 5th 2020, our loving brother Luis Raul Olivencia passed away suddenly at the age of 49. Luis was born on august 4, 1971 in Caguas Puerto Rico, to Lydia Hernandez Olivencia and Rafael Gonzalez Olivencia.       The family migrated to Worcester Massachusetts from Puerto Rico in 1978. He was raised in Worcester all his life and graduated from Burncoat High School in 1991. Luis was working as a recovery specialist at casa Esperanza in Boston MA. He loved to help...

  Olga Iris Ramos, 56, of Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on September 28, 2020 in her home.   She was born to Maria Lucila Rodriquez and Enrique Saez on November 16, 1963, in the small town of Comerío, Puerto Rico.   Olga is survived by her husband, Antonio Ramos, their three daughters, Tania Iris Castro Montanez, Arliana Emilia Castro, and Vanessa Ramos, their grandchildren Olaris Bacet Castro Rosa, Samuel Montanez Jr., Luis Omar Canario, Arliani Emilia...

Miguel Centeno Sr. 95, Passed away peacefully on October 1, 2020. He was born in Don Alonso, Utudao Puerto Rico in 1924 and lived in Worcester, Ma for 47 years. He retired from Clark University in 1989 after working 15 plus years in their facilities department. He was dearly loved and will be missed by his wife Lydia Centeno, and their 5 children: Orlando Cordero, David Centeno, Marilyn Centeno, Virginia Smith, Miguel Centeno Jr., his 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He attended...

It is with great sadness Michael Quentin Bailey passed away unexpectedly on 9/23/20. Michaels tragic loss has touch so many people... He leaves behind his parents Joseph & Linda Bailey, His brother Aric Asher Check and niece Violet Check His Fiancée Ke’Yerra P. Cubbage and his children Alexiya, Jordyn, Kenzie,Michael ll and Kingston Bailey He is also survived by his Paternal grandmother Janice Pettigrew and Maternal grandfather Ronald Riel many aunts,uncles, and...

Willis “Wayne” Wilson passed away in his home on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. He is survived by his beloved wife of 31 years Joyce Wilson ; Their children Marcella Jimenez And her fiancé Brian Mitchell of Worcester, Juan Rodriguez and his wife Gina of West Boylston And Alexander Rodriguez from Worcester. He leaves two sisters Ada “ Precious” Clark and Willa Morrison and her husband Dennis From North Carolina and multiple sister in laws and brother in laws. He...

 It is with great sadness to announce that David Bradford Benoit, 48 years old, of Worcester, Massachusetts, has passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, September 13th, 2020. He leaves his beloved and devoted life partner Kristin Proulx and their two children, David and Ashley Benoit. He also leaves his mother Ruth Holmberg of Northbridge, MA, two sisters Sherry Brier of Centrailia, WA and Dianne Cook of Northbridge, MA, along with many nieces and nephews and their families. He...

      Raymond C. Bolivar died peacefully after a short illness on Sunday,       September 20, 2020 at the Lutheran Home in Worcester, MA. He cel-       ebrated his 85th birthday on Saturday, September 12, 2020. Raymond       was the son of the late Guy and Frances (Hicks) Bolivar. He was prede-       ceased by 10 siblings and survived by numerous nephews and...

Tiffany Ortiz born on July 20th, 1981 passed away on September 8th, 2020. Tiffany was a beautiful young woman who went to Worcester Voc and Quinsigamond Community College. She dedicated her life to her family, who constantly sought to help her through all endeavours. She was a devoted dog lover and had bright dreams for herself. Tiffany leaves behind her mother Kathleen Ortiz, one brother Mike Ortiz, two nephews, and one niece. Tiffany left behind many other members of her family along...

 Donald P. Ducharme Sr. 91 of Worcester, Ma passed away on August 31st, 2020. He leaves his wife of 47 years, Mary R. (Arello) Ducharme, a sister Doris Lavoie, 8 children; Donald H. Ducharme and his wife Susan, Kenneth A. Ducharme and his wife Debra,. Paul Ducharme and his wife Rosalee, Thomas Ducharme, Mary Ducharme, Marilyn Toussaint, Donald P. Ducharme Jr, Daniel Ducharme and his wife Katelyn, and a step-son John Marley, and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.  He is...

Pedro O. Lopez, passed away unexpectedly, on Friday, August 28, 2020, in Worcester MA. He was 37 years old. Pedro was born in Arecibo, Puerto Rico. He was a loving, caring father, son, brother and friend. During his time on earth him and Esther E. Mendez had a daughter Adyaline E. Lopez who he love and cared for more than anything on this earth. Adyaline was his life his light in his eyes, for who he lived for. Pedro also left behind his father Orlando Lopez, his mother Grisela Soto, his...

It is with great sadness, Melvin (Mel) P. Dangredo, 80, has passed away on Thursday, September 3, 2020, peacefully at home in Worcester, MA after suffering from a long illness. Mel was born on May 21, 1940 and married Grace H. (Cofske) Dangredo his loving wife on July 21, 1969, who pre- deceased him in October 2003. His sister, Dorothy Beauregard, had pre- deceased him in 1985.   Mel worked as head of the Maintenance Department for WCIS Bank, later known as Bank of America in...

         Brunilda Leon, 73, of Worcester, MA passed away on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 after a long illness.           Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, she moved to Worcester, MA in 2003. She was an avid cook and she enjoyed cooking,          liked Salsa dancing and Merengue.  She enjoyed spending a lot of great time with her family.            Mrs. Leon is...

Quentin A. Jacobs-Hylton, 25 Worcester - Quentin tragically passed away on Sunday, August 16, 2020. Quentin is survived by his parents Barrington G. Hylton Jr. & Kerry E. Hylton, sisters Kamille E. Hylton, Naomi J. Hylton, a brother Barrington G. Hylton III, his beloved son Jayden A. Jacobs and his fiancée Stephanie M. Colon and their dog Huey all of Worcester, MA. Quentin is also survived by brothers Dante A. Tucker of Manchester, NH, Justin Gadson II of Darlington, SC, sisters...

Wanda G. Alvarez 52 passed away July 30, 2020 in Worcester, MA. Wanda was born July 16, 1968 in Ponce, Puerto Rico to Teresa M. Duenas and the late Gabriel V. Alvarez. She received a certificate in cooking, a skill she used as a PCA (Patient Care Assistant). Wanda loved cooking and baking, spending time with her grandchildren, the arts, butterflies and everything purple. She was also an avid collector of scented candles, monkeys, and stars. Her food was always great, her style was...

 Marcelino Garcia Guzman passed suddenly on July 16th 2020 at Umass Memorial Hospital surrounded by family. Marcelino was born October 24, 1979 in Mexico. He’s been a resident of Worcester the majority of his life. Marcelino was a loving son, father, uncle, brother, and friend. He was a hardworking carpenter for twelve years, who strove everyday for the American dream. Marcelino was best known as Marce, on his spare time he only loved to play soccer.   He leaves behind...

 Beloved Mother, Nana, Sister and Friend, Sheila Ann Monfette, 62, from Worcester, MA,  peacefully passed away on July 16, 2020 after a long, courageous battle with cancer.  She was surrounded by loved ones in her favorite place, at camp.  She is survived by her daughter Kayleigh Sebastian and predeceased by her daughter, Angela Soule and her mother, Angela Walker.  Born in Worcester, MA, Sheila joined the United States Air Force in her teens and faithfully served...

Angel L. Morales “Bisbal” 79 , Passed away on July 19th, 2020 surrounded by his family. He leaves his loving wife Lydia Torres, 12 children and many grandchildren. Angel was a great father and grandfather who enjoyed playing dominoes and telling great funny family stories. He was known by many and loved by all his friends and family, he will be greatly missed.  Calling hours will be held on Wednesday July 22nd, 2020 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Graham, Putnam &...

Efrain Morales, 40 Worcester  - Efrain Morales Jr. 40, of Worcester , passed away unexpectedly on Saturday July 4 2020. Efrain leaves his son,  Efrain Lazarous Jr, his father, Efrain Morales, His mother Miurka Morales, 6 sisters, Erica Morales, Maria Morales, Jasmin Morales, Juliana Morales , Arcadia Morales, Patricia Morales a brother, Manuel Morales. He also leaves his Aunt Seleña, uncles, cousins and many nieces and nephews. Efrain was born in Worcester,...

Gerald A. Bankert, 83 Worcester - Gerald August Bankert 83, of Worcester, passed away on Sunday July 5, 2020. He leaves behind a wife, Patricia (Patty Jean) Bankert and 5 children Amanda-Lyn Gasco, Bonnie Hays, Linda Farsi, Steven Bankert and Alexander Kardokas II. He also leaves behind 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. He was a Retired staff Sergeant in the Army National Guard and a chauffeur for different industry...

Davie Lee Harmon died unexpectedly on July 3, 2020, at twenty-one years old. Born on November 2, 1998, in Brockton, MA, Davie grew up in that city during his early years and then moved to Worcester as a teenager. He graduated from Doherty High School in 2017 where he acquired many friends. It seemed that everyone he ever met became an instant friend. Despite his short life, he was appreciated as a gentle spirit, an honest, hard worker, and a devoted son to his mother, Sharlene Schofield....

 Worcester, MA – Laura S. Padgett, 51, of Worcester, passed away on Sunday, June 21, 2020 at St. Vincent Hospital, surrounded by her family.  Laura is survived by her mother Carol L. Padgett; Her lifelong partner Adam T. Lee; their children, Daniel L. Padgett; Kathleen E. and her husband Vicente Torres; Nicole M. and her husband Edwin Rivera; Kayla R. Padgett and her longtime boyfriend Sam Boyden, all of Worcester; A sister Katrina L. Downes and longtime partner Peter A....

 Gary W Milotte 59 of Worcester MA. past away peacefully on June 10th 2020. He leaves four sisters, Laurie, Kathleen, Cheryle, Penny and a brother David. He was predeceased by his father Edward, his mother Linda (Tatro) Milotte,a brother Tommy and a sister Pam.  A private service will be at a later date  

Gemette R. Reid  Passed away June 9, 2020, aged 76, from complications of COVID-19.  Born in Wollongong, NSW, May 19, 1944, she studied history at the Australian National University, and education at Melbourne University.  After teaching in Australia from 1967-1982 she emigrated to the U.S., furthering her education at Harvard University and receiving the PhD. from Michigan State University.  She served as professor at the University of North Dakota before returning...

Marilyn Audrey(Price) Reels, 81, of Worcester, MA went home to our creator on May 26, 2020. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph Hamilton Reels 4th and her son, David Marcus Reels. Mrs. Reels is predeceased by her three brothers, William Price Jr., John E. Price Sr. and Wendell Price; and she is predeceased by three sisters, Delores Price Carlos, Adelaide Price Alston and Donna Price Garr. She is survived by her son, Joseph Hamilton Reels 5th of Worcester, MA and by her daughter,...

Donald E. Alberts Sr, 86, of Worcester Massachusetts passed away on May 26th, after a brief illness. He was a devoted husband to Shirley (Welcome) Alberts for 65 years. He was the son of Herbert and Virginia Alberts. Donald was born and raised in Worcester and resided in Oxford Massachusetts most of his married life. Mr. Alberts was an army veteran of the Korean War where he served for 4 years. His first 3 years were served on the front line in Korea, his last year of duty he had the honor...

Karen Sokol, 63, was granted her Angel Wings on May 16, 2020, with her loving husband, Ted Sokol and youngest daughter Christina (Sokol) Dupre by her side at her home, Oriol Home Health in Holden, MA. Karen was a long-time resident of Barre, MA prior to moving to Holden. Karen was born in Staten Island, NY on November 2, 1956, daughter of the late Marjorie (Arnold) Ensign and Gerald Arnold. She spent much of her childhood in Fresno, CA. She often told her children stories of fond childhood...

WORCESTER - Annie R. (Callie) Price, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 15.  She was predeceased by her husband Gerald C. Price, Sr. on Thursday, May 7, 2020.  She leaves behind her daughter Geraldine (Price) Davis, sons, Gerald Jr. (his wife Sandra Webb-Price), Vincent, and Gregory.  Her youngest son Brian passed in 2013.  Affectionately known as “Mammie” to her grandchildren, she will be sorely missed by Kendall, Michael, Asia, Kendra, Edgar, Xavier,...

Gary Wayne Dufault 6/2/1945 – 5/13/2020  He leaves his wife of 55 years Carol L. Dufault, two sons Wayne E. Dufault and Sean M. Dufault. Three grandchildren Ashley K, Mathew W and Brooke L Dufault all of Cherry Valley, Ma. Two sisters Patricia Catalani of Stoneham, Ma, and dale Hartnett of Leicester, Ma, numerous family members and friends.    Gary worked as an Auto Body Technician until he retired and was a lifetime member of The Century Sportsman’s Club of...

WORCESTER - Gerald C. “Boyie” Price, born February 23, 1941 passed peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2020 at UMASS Medical Center after a long illness.  He left behind his loving wife of 57 years, Annie R. (Callie) Price, daughter Geraldine (Price) Davis, and sons, Gerald Jr. (his wife Sandra Webb-Price), Vincent, and Gregory.  His youngest son Brian passed in 2013.  Affectionately known as “Poppie” to his grandchildren, he will be sorely missed by...

Celius Charles was born on January 2nd 1934 in Jeremie, Haiti. He Passed away on March 24th 2020 at his home in Worcester, Massachusetts. He suffered from Alzheimer’s disease, which he battled with courage for the past ten years. He is survived by his wife of forty-eight years, Claricia Charles. Both shared seven children, Judith Dessources, Yvette Petit Frere, Roselene Marin, Geurda Charles, Claire Marie Charles, Junior Charles, and Clairna Charles. He was an auto mechanic and...

Keith Richard Erickson 42, of Worcester, Ma passed away peacefully in his home on March 21, 2020. He leaves his mother Christina Erickson, three brothers Anthony Groccia Jr, Carl Erickson and Kurt Kenneally, also his maternal grandparents George and Dorthy Erickson, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. He is predeceased by his father Anthony Groccia. Due to recent world events a memorial service will be held at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to Graham, Putnam and Mahoney...

Anne Marie Fernande Joseph Demezier, 87    Worcester, MA. /Brooklyn N.Y. - A.M. Fernande Joseph Demezier, 87 died peacefully Friday, March 20, 2020 at the Beaumont Rehab and hospice center in Worcester mass. We are greatly saddened by Fernande’s sudden passing.      Fernande is survived by her son Frantz Joseph and his wife Patricia of Worcester; and daughter Michelle and her husband José Farina of Geneva Switzerland. She is also survived by...

Auburn, MA- Lisa Ann (DeCarolis) Myotte, 67, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2020 peacefully at home.   She was born in Leominster, MA and she graduated from Burncoat High School, Worcester, MA. Mrs. Myotte had a passion to crochet and she loved to garden. She collected antiques and she attended the Brimfield Fair. For many years, Mrs. Myotte worked as a Home Health Aide. She loved animals and she had a cocker spaniel dog whose name was Kelly and she had a ragdoll cat whose name...

Santiago Berrios Armando 85 10/26/1934 - 2/19/2020 It is with great sadness the family of Armando Berrios Santiago announces his passing on February 19th, 2020 at the age of 85. Armando is survived by his wife of 63 years Rosemarie Santiago, his four daughters. Norma Wellman and her husband Stephen, Miriam Santiago and her husband Angel Chèvere, Trina Alicia DeJesus and her husband Francisco, Sonia Santiago, and his two sons Jose Fidel Santiago and Armando Santiago Jr and his wife...

Worcester, MA-Elder Joseph Frazier III, 58, passed away on Friday, February 14,2020 at the Worcester Health Center after a long illness. He was born on September 6, 1961 in Birmingham, AL to the late Elder Joseph Frazier II and Gertrude (Berders) Frazier. Elder grew up in Birmingham, AL as a child in a house full of siblings with four sisters and four brothers. Elder attended Phillips High School and he played on the football team for many years. His number was 73. In his spare time he...

  David Robert O’Grady, 59 of Worcester, MA passed away peacefully on February 19th, 2020. He is predeceased by his wife Susan M. O’Grady who passed away in June of 2014. He leaves his two sons Sean O’Grady and Craig O’Grady, along with siblings, Bernard O’Grady, John O’Grady, Drew O’Grady, Christine Rawlston and Shirley Paquin, as well as several nieces and nephews. He attended Wachusett Regional High School. He then enlisted into the United...

Worcester-Francine Elizabeth Brown was born on January 5, 1947 in New Haven, CT. She is the second of five children. At the age of four, she moved to East Haven, CT. She Graduated from East Haven High School in 1964 and moved she moved to San Francisco, CA. There she met and married John Wheeler III and they had two children. Our sister, mother, and friend passed away on Saturday, February 1, 2020.   She is survived by her children, Matthew and Jackie Wheeler, siblings, Jacquelyn...

Petra Martinez gained her wings monday January 20 2020 leaving behind her caring husband Cruz Martinez .   She also left behind her 4 sons Cruz, Ramon,Valentine, and Jesus and her only daughter Gloria whom all loved her very much .Petra was a beautiful person inside and out. Her best traits was being the best mother and grandmother she could be and making sure we was all Happy. Her Calling Hours will be on Friday the 24th of January 2020 at 4pm to 7pm at Graham, Putnam and Mahoney...

Auburn,MA- Richard D. Myotte, 70, of Auburn, MA passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at St. Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center, Worcester, MA.   He was was born in Worcester, MA and he attended Auburn High School. Mr. Myotte loved to play sports, as he was an active hockey player and he loved to play softball.   Mr. Myotte was in the Marine Corps for three years and he served his country in Vietnam. After being in the Marine Corps, he was a truck driver for some...

Victor M. Rivera aka Vitin Prenda, 57, died on Sunday December 1, 2019 in Worcester, Mass. Vitin was born on July 15, 1962 in Rio Predras, P.R. Vitin worked as an EMT driver for Vital Emergency Services in Worcester, Mass for many years. He enjoyed family time as he was the joy of the family – loved by all and absolutely loved dancing salsa. He was a great dancer. He is survived by 1 daughter Nancy Rivera, 3 sons Victor Rivera Jr., Anthony Mendoza & Christian Mendoza, all of...

Miguel Angel Cruz Vazquez, 58, died on Tuesday, December 31, 2019 after a short illness at the Odd Fellows Home of Massachusetts, Worcester, MA. Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he came to Worcester, MA in 2001.   Mr. Cruz Vazquez was an established, creative woodworker and he made furniture, doll house furniture, airplanes and many other wooden things. He also loved to make puzzles.   He is survived by his wife, Carmen Maria Matias; by his mother, Carmen Rosa Vazquez; by three...

Delia Mejias, 85, born on June 20, 1934 in Cidra, Puerto Rico passed away Saturday, December 7, 2019 at Saint Francis Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Worcester, Massachusetts. A wake will be held at Graham Putnam & Mahoney Funeral Parlor in Worcester, MA on Thursday, December 12, 2019 from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. Delia Mejias was the daughter of Pedro Mejias and Higinia Santos of Cidra, Puerto Rico. She was married to Evangelio Rodriguez for many years. As a young woman she...

Hermenegildo Torres, 92, of Boston, MA died on Saturday, December 7, 2019 after a short illness. Born in Rio Piedras, Puerto Rico, he attended schools in Puerto Rico. In 1976 he came to and settled in Worcester, MA where he went to work for Stevens Walden Company as a tool maker until 1996. He retired and then he went back to work for a plastic manufacturing company in Worcester, MA until 2006. He was an avid Boston Red Sox fan. Mr. Torres is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years...

Lynda B. Sweeney 70, passed away due to Brain Cancer on December 10th, 2019. Mrs Sweeney survived by her husband of 37 years Raymond R Sweeney Sr. her children Steven L. Ramsey of Leicester, Penny N Garrity of Leicester, Troy P Ramsey of Webster, Linda White of Georgia, Sue Stickney of Florida, Arthur Sweeney of Florida, Raymond Sweeney Jr. of Florida and her 26 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. She worked at Adcare Hospital for 25+ years. There will be no services due to her wishes.

Charlotte Aubin passed away peacefully with her son by her side on Dec. 8, 2019 after a long battle with cancer. She was born Aug. 16, 1947 in Millbury, MA to Charles Matthew Hill and Florence (LaVallee) Hill. A single mother, she raised her beloved sons, Jonathan and Jay Aubin, in Massachusetts and Utah. She filled their childhood with adventures—camping on the Cape, visiting their grandparents’ farmhouse, and spending time on Lake Quinsigamond. They remember her...

James “Jimmy” LaPensee 69, of Worcester was called home on Monday November 25, 2019. Born in Worcester on May 8, 1950 to the late Robert LaPensee and Margaret Shays. James leaves behind his long time companion of 26 years Mary Knight, four children Anthony and his 2 children Anthony Jr. and Kassandra of Salem. Heather and her husband Kareem and their 4 children, Nefty, Isaiah, Kiara and Kareem Jr. of Worcester. Heidi and her husband Candido and their 5 children of Worcester....

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Angela Katt Soule, 38, of Worcester, MA born December 4, 1980 went home to be with Jesus on Tuesday October 15, 2019 after a short illness.  She was surrounded by her beloved family.  Angela leaves behind her beautiful daughter, Lilah, her mum and best friend, Sheila DeSalvio Monfette, sister Kayleigh Sebastian and her husband Benjamin and their children Elizabeth and Domonic, all from Worcester, MA.  She also leaves her Aunt/Godmother Mary Ellen Wolfe and Uncle Wayne from...

Worcester- Gary Michael Russell, 62, of Grafton, died on Friday, September 6, 2019 after a long illness surrounded by his beloved family. Born in Worcester, MA, he attended and graduated from Austin Cate Academy in Stratford, NH in 1976. He served honorably in the United States Marine Corps. For many years, Mr. Russell worked as a professional Mover for Bekins Liberty Movers of Leicester, MA. He was a die hard Boston Red Sox fan and a New England Patriots fan. He liked NASCAR and he...