Richard Belisle
Jun 7, 2024
Never one to sit still for very long, Richard “Dick” Belisle set out on his final great adventure on June 7th, 2024.
Richard’s journey began on December 8, 1942 when he came into this world as only he could, larger-than-life and on the move, giving his parents, Corine (Maranda) and Arthur Belisle a run for their money and one they would...
Frances E. Bachant
Jun 2, 2024
Heaven gained a new angel today with the passing of Frances E. (Lueras) Bachant, age 97 at Countryside Health Center in Milford MA after a period of declining health.
Frances was born in Lafayette, CO on January 8th, 1927 and moved to Massachusetts at an early age. Formerly of Millbury, her final years were spent living in an in-law apartment at...
Carole Ann Anderson
May 31, 2024
Carole Ann (Krysiak) Anderson, 81, of Sutton, Massachusetts passed away at her son’s residence in South Grafton, Massachusetts succumbing to pancreatic cancer. Carole was accompanied by her loving daughter-in-law Caroline, a practicing nurse who was one of her caretakers along with her son Travis since her diagnosis in February of this year.
Carole was predeceased by her husband Robert L. Anderson...
Betty J. Taft
May 31, 2024
SHREWSBURY/ MILLBURY – BETTY J TAFT, 78, passed away peacefully on FRIDAY, 31 MAY 2024 at BEAUMONT NORTHBOROUGH.
She leaves her son, Brett (Slidell, LA) and daughter, Kara (Shrewsbury, MA), two grandchildren, Ava and Zachary Taft. Siblings, Warren Baldwin (Myrtle Beach, SC & Tunbridge, VT), Beverly Blomgren (Boylston, MA) and Judy Plante (Mashpee, MA). In addition, she leaves several nephews and...
Lynn A. Rafferty
May 30, 2024
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Lynn Ann Rafferty, who left us peacefully on May 30, 2024 at the age of 73. Born on March 9, 1951, in Sutton, MA, specifically Manchaug. Lynn was a beloved mother, daughter, sister, and nana, and a dear friend to many.
Lynn is survived by her loving sons Steven Trottier...
Victoria A. Arrell
May 23, 2024
On January 7th, 2006, a light came into this world, a beautiful light that shone for all to see. This ray of sunshine was named Victoria Aime Arrell.
At the mention of her name, there is always a common denominator. Her smile. It was magic. That light-up-a room kind of smile. Simply stunning. It matched her energy. You knew when she...
James W. Rutkauskas
May 21, 2024
MILLBURY, MA / Old Orchard Beach, ME – James W. Rutkauskas, 64, passed away suddenly in his home on Tuesday, May 21st.
Jim leaves his wife of 45 years, Diane (Karol) Rutkauskas; a son Jim Rutkauskas and his wife, Jenn; a daughter, Jessica Mooskian, and her husband Matthew. In addition, he leaves his three most-beloved grandsons, Warren James Mooskian (11), Desmond Matthew...
Barbara A. Tuttle
May 19, 2024
SOUTH DENNIS / MILLBURY - Barbara Egan Tuttle, age 84, passed away peacefully, with her family at her side, at Cape Cod Hospital on May 19th. She had been living at Mill Hill Residence in West Yarmouth, where she received excellent treatment from the staff for which the family is so grateful.
She is survived by her husband of sixty-one years,...
Aline Therese Dubois
May 14, 2024
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Aline Therese (Aucoin) Dubois, who peacefully passed away surrounded by family on May 14, 2024, at the age of 89.
She was born on September 23, 1934, in Worcester MA to Antonio and Annie (St. Martin) Aucoin. She grew up in Northbridge, MA, and later moved...
Janice Ann Dawson
May 13, 2024
Janice Ann (Williams) Dawson, aged 91, of Plano, Texas, passed away peacefully at home on May 13, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born on February 22, 1933 in North Adams, Massachusetts to Robert and Ann Williams. Janice was known for her intelligence, generosity, loyalty, pride in her hometown of Millbury, Massachusetts, faith in the Boston Red Sox and love...
Thomas R. Londergan
May 12, 2024
WORCESTER - Thomas R. Londergan, 96, passed away on May 12, 2024, after a period of declining health.
He was born May 29, 1927, the son of Edward P. and Margaret V. Londergan.
He leaves a son, Edward and his wife Barbara; five grandchildren, Christie Pooler, Matthew Pooler and his wife Roxan, Kerri Jackman and her husband Greg, Erin Gardner and Cassidy...
Audrey May Mogren
May 11, 2024
MILLBURY - Audrey May (Conley) Mogren, 93 passed peacefully in her home on Saturday May 11th 2024, after a brief illness.
Her husband Randy, high school sweetheart and the love of her life predeceased her in 2009. She was born April 7th, 1931, to Victor F. and Mary B. (Green) Conley. She lived in Manchaug until 1939, when the family...
Frederick C. "Teddy" Carlson Sr.
May 10, 2024
Frederick C. “Teddy” Carlson Sr. 86 passed away peacefully at Life Care Center of Auburn on May 10th.
He leaves his five children, Lois L. Caplette of Oxford, Tina L. Caplette of Oswego N.Y., Frederick C. Carlson Jr. of Grafton, Steven Carlson of Chesapeake, VA and Robin Medeiros of Worcester; two stepchildren, Raymond Rawlston of Worcester and Keri Christo of...
William B. Gain, III
May 10, 2024
MENDON – William Bernard Gain III, 65, passed away peacefully on Friday May 10th at home. He was taken too soon after a courageous battle with Mesothelioma cancer.
Bill leaves his wife and best friend, Danielle (Taylor) Gain; children, Derek Briggs of Hopkinton, Tanya Esposito and husband Nate of Oxford, Andrew Gain and girlfriend Nicole Slocomb of Webster, Julie Cormier and husband...
Shirley Smith
May 6, 2024
SUTTON - Shirley (Rivers) Smith, 77 passed away May 6, 2024 after a brief illness.
Shirley was born in Monson, MA to George and Laura (Perron) Rivers. Shirley and her husband Robert Smith married on Valentine’s Day, a memory that made her smile. During their younger years, she and Bob enjoyed spending time together hiking in Western MA. She was a...
Irene E. Lavallee
May 5, 2024
SOUTH GRAFTON – Irene E. (Zona) Lavallee, 88, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 5th in Whitney Place of Westborough.
Irene’s husband of 60 years, Jospeh G. Lavallee, Jr. passed away in 2016. She leaves a brother, John Zona of Rye NH and a sister, Dorothy Blaise Buduo of Westborough; nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her parents, Frank...
Robert F. Colena, Jr.
May 4, 2024
MILLBURY - Robert F Colena, Jr., 66, passed away on Saturday, May 4th after a long battle with Pancreatic Cancer.
Rob was the son of Katherine (Bushey) Donley and the late Robert F Colena, Sr. He leaves behind his wife, Susan (Porcaro-Caissie), his brother Kevin and his wife Carol, sister Sherry Seskevich and her husband Gerry, and sisters Pam LaRosee and Kelli...
Robert "Bob" Vanderlinden
May 2, 2024
Robert “Bob” E. Vanderlinden Jr., aged 76, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on May 2 after battling a long illness.
He is survived by his cherished wife of 55 years, Cynthia E. Vanderlinden (King); his daughter, Danielle M. Ferreira, and son-in-law David S. Ferreira of Sutton; as well as his two grandchildren, Jax E. Ferreira of Boston, and Ryan D....
Bruce C. Putnam, Jr.
Apr 30, 2024
SUTTON MA/WASHINGTON N.H - LTCDR Bruce Colin Putnam, JR..82, passed away on TUESDAY, APRIL 30TH at UMASS MEDICAL CENTER, Worcester MA.
He leaves his wife of 25 years Patricia Proctor Fitton Putnam of Sutton, his children Bruce Colin III, Shane, and Jodi of Surprise AZ, grandson Ryder Glidden who lived with him in Sutton, siblings Martin and his wife Janet of...
Nancy Beckwith
Apr 30, 2024
SUTTON – Nancy E. (Ray) Beckwith, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 30th at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was the daughter of Edith (Blanche) Brown and Malvern E. Ray. Nancy is predeceased by her husband of 70 years Robert W. Beckwith Sr., who passed away in 2021, and her sisters Judith E. Tilton and Donna L. Williams....