Obituaries

Ernest W. Bishop, Jr.

Ernest W. Bishop, Jr.

Dec 31, 2025

MILLBURY - Ernest W. Bishop, Jr., 92, passed away peacefully on December 31, 2025, at UMass Medical Center.

Ernie leaves his wife of 66 years, Carol A. (Cote) Bishop; his son Mark Bishop and partner Denise Vignalli of Dudley; his daughter Christine Tillery and her husband Michael of Auburn; three grandchildren, Nicole Ross and her husband Daniel of N. Attleboro, Andrew...

Paul E. LeBlanc

Paul E. LeBlanc

Jan 15, 2026

Paul LeBlanc, 74, of Grafton, MA passed away at Tuft’s Medical Center in Boston after a brief illness on January 15, 2026.

Paul is survived by the love of his life, Christine LeBlanc; his sons Paul LeBlanc Jr. and David Hagstrom and his wife Adrienne; his daughters Crystal LeBlanc and her husband Jay; Danielle Hagstrom and her fiancé Jim, as well...

Claire H. Malky

Claire H. Malky

Jan 12, 2026

MILLBURY – Claire H. (Duquette) Malky, 91, passed away peacefully in her home on Monday, January 12th, surrounded by her loving family.

Claire leaves behind her loving husband of 67 years, Joseph Malky; her twin daughters Diane Buffone and Donna Matson; Diane’s husband Paul and their three children Kristin, Rachel and Jack, Rachel’s husband Tucker and their son Benjamin; Donna’s husband...

Russell J. Boutiette

Russell J. Boutiette

Jan 11, 2026

MILFORD/SOUTHBRIDGE - It is with great sadness We announce the passing of Russell James Boutiette at the age of 73. He passed Early the morning of Jan 11 2026 with his son by his side.

He leaves behind His son Roland Boutiette and wife Julie (Gagliargdi) Boutiette; His stepson James Meunier and wife Hope (Schaeffer) Meunier; ex-wife, love of his life,...

Pauline F. Stone

Pauline F. Stone

Jan 9, 2026

MILLBURY – PAULINE F. (PERRON) STONE, 89, began her new journey with her God on January 9, 2026.

She now is back in spirit with her parents Bertha Marie Perron (Dalbec) and Peter Joseph Perron; along with all of her 15 brothers and sisters “what a family reunion” Camille, Beatrice, Irene, Arthur, Jeannette, Antionette, Raymond, Rita, Cecile, Eveline, Theresa, Albert, Robert,...

Paul H. Willette

Paul H. Willette

Jan 8, 2026

MILLBURY – Paul H. Willette, 89, passed away peacefully in his home on Thursday, January 8th with his wife by his side.

Paul leaves his wife of 64 years, Madelaine K. (Nelson) Willette; four sons, Paul H. Willette Jr., Steven A. Willette, Todd J. Willette and his wife Dawn and Joseph E. Willette and his wife, Tina; six grandchildren, Nick, Chris, Madysn,...

Dr. Ann Marie Murray

Dr. Ann Marie Murray

Jan 7, 2026

WORCESTER- Dr. Ann Marie C. (Pats) Murray, 46, passed away in her home after a long illness on January 7th.

Ann Marie leaves her husband of 21 years, Sean P. Murray and their two children, Gavin J. Murray and Gianna A. Murray; her parents, Peter J. Pats, Jr. and Christine (Rabidou) Pats; a sister, Pamela J. Pats all of Worcester; her...

Dorothy Kuczka

Dorothy Kuczka

Jan 3, 2026

MILLBURY - Dorothy (Sharameta) Kuczka, 102, died peacefully in the comfort of her younger daughter’s home on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Her husband, Constantine Stanley Kuczka, predeceased her in 2000.

She leaves behind two daughters, Dianne Scott of Philadelphia and Debra Kuczka of Millbury; 2 grandchildren, Christopher and Ashley Scott; 6 great grandchildren, Morgan, Ashley Jr., Ryan, Lea, and Ruby Scott, Emma...

Kathleen M. O'Brien

Kathleen M. O'Brien

Dec 31, 2025

MILLBURY – Kathleen “Kathy” (Fox) O’Brien, 63, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, Dec. 31st surrounded by her family.

Kathy leaves behind her loving husband of 41 years, John O’Brien, her twin sons, Jack and Tucker O’Brien, Jack’s wife Jennifer, Tucker’s wife Rachel and their son Benjamin, her brother, Richard Fox, Jr., her sister Beth Pallesen and her husband...

James "Jim" Bengtson

James "Jim" Bengtson

Dec 26, 2025

MILLBURY- James E. Bengtson, 67, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2025, after a seven-year battle with Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP), at Rose Monahan Hospice House in Worcester.

Jim is survived by his devoted wife of 43 years, Cynthia (McDermott) Bengtson; his sons, James Bengtson and his wife Emily, and Justin Bengtson and his wife Jessica, all of Millbury; and...

Paula M. Dufresne

Paula M. Dufresne

Dec 26, 2025

Paula M. Dufresne, 79

Millbury/Rockland, Maine

Paula passed away December 26th after a long period of declining health.

She was born March 11th,1946 and was a 1964 graduate of Millbury Memorial High School. Grew up on Marion Ave in East Millbury 2nd of her parents 5 children. Paula leaves behind 3 daughters Wendy Curry (Brian) of N.H., Robin Dufresne and Nicole Dufresne both...

Cheryl A. Cunha

Cheryl A. Cunha

Dec 26, 2025

PAWLEY’S ISLAND, SC – Cheryl A. (Carter) Cunha, 66, formerly of Millbury, passed away peacefully on Friday, Dec. 26th surrounded by her loving family.

Cheryl leaves her husband/companion of almost 30 years, Richard; two children, Rachel (fiancé Tomi) and Brian (wife Kelsey); two step-children, Tim (wife Terri) and Peter (fiancé Rachael); 8 grandchildren, Connor, Ella, Brayden, Lucas, Brayden, Jayden, Mila, Benjamin...

Barbara L. Simpson

Barbara L. Simpson

Dec 21, 2025

HARWICH- Barbara L. Simpson, 87, died peacefully on December 21, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Worcester, the daughter of the late Joseph H. Daviau and Lucy T. (DiPadua) Daviau. She was predeceased by her loving and devoted husband of 59 years, Robert L. Simpon.

Barbara leaves behind her 5 children, Robert “Bobby” and wife Deborah of...

Carol A. Marlborough

Carol A. Marlborough

Dec 20, 2025

Carol Marlborough passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, at her home in Webster, Massachusetts, on December 20, 2025, at the age of 70, following an unexpected and brief battle with cancer. She leaves behind a lasting legacy of love, laughter, and family.

Carol was born on November 7, 1955, in Worcester, Massachusetts, to Charles Williams and Dorothy Burtt, both of whom...

Lovita M. Paille

Lovita M. Paille

Dec 19, 2025

MILLBURY - Lovita (Peloquin) Paille, 100, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 19th in Beaumont Skilled Nursing Center. Lovita was the daughter of Adelard and Juliette Peloquin. She is predeceased by her sister Lucille Lenkarski and brother Donald Peloquin. She leaves her sister Louise Campbell.

Lovita is predeceased by her husband Walter who passed away in February 2008 after 60 years of...

Janice M. Swindell

Janice M. Swindell

Dec 14, 2025

Janice Swindell of Sutton passed away on December 14th.

Janice taught English for thirty-five years. She had a lovely voice and sang in church choirs.

Janice leaves her niece Paige Donovan and her family along with many cousins and friends.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family.

Memorial gifts would be appreciated by the First Congregational Church of Sutton, 307 Boston...

Marie Singer

Marie Singer

Dec 12, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden passing of Marie Singer, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother who left this world at 66. Her passing was unexpected and she will be profoundly missed by all who knew and loved her.

She recently celebrated 45 wonderful years of marriage with her devoted husband James, building a life...

Leonard "Lenny" Stano

Leonard "Lenny" Stano

Dec 11, 2025

Leonard “Lenny” F. Stano, 73, passed away on December 11th after a battle with Alzheimer’s, he had his amazing wife by his side.

Lenny was born on February 3, 1952, he lived most of his life in Worcester before moving to Holden in 2018. Lenny was the son of the late Leonardo “Lelo” and Lucretia (Capurso) Stano.

Lenny leaves his devoted wife...

Brian "Oompy" Pultorak

Brian "Oompy" Pultorak

Dec 10, 2025

Brian “Oompy” Pultorak, 56, of Millbury, Massachusetts, passed away on December 10, 2025, at UMass Lake Avenue in Worcester, Massachusetts, surrounded by the love of his family and friends. Born on June 29, 1969, Brian lived a life defined by music, generosity, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to those he loved.

An inspirational guitar player, Brian shared his gift through the...

Donald S. Orrell

Donald S. Orrell

Dec 8, 2025

Donald Orrell, 92, of Millbury, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8th at Brookdale Eddy Pond West in Auburn, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's disease.

Donald is predeceased by his wife of 70 years, Jean M. Orrell (Brenner) and his son Keith Orrell of Upton. He also leaves his two sons, Gary Orrell of Charlton and Scott Orrell and his...