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Anthony J. Ringiewicz

Anthony J. Ringiewicz

Jan 27, 2017

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Worcester: Anthony J. Ringiewicz, 96 passed away on Friday, January 27, 2017 in Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He leaves his wife of 67 years, Adele A. (Kandrote) Ringiewicz; two sons- Dr. Mark A Ringiewicz and his fiance Peggy O'Neil of Rehoboth and Dr. Paul A. Ringiewicz of Media, PA; six grandchildren- Abby, Jessie, Rachel, Kerry, Jake...

Wesley A. White

Wesley A. White

Jan 25, 2017

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West Boylston - Wesley A. White, 96, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loving family on Wednesday, January 25, 2017. His wife of 69 years, Evelyn E. (Carlson) White died in 2013. He leaves his daughter, Karen Jean White; son, Steven R. White and his wife Cindy; three grandchildren, Carly, Lucas, and David - all of West...

Audrey Starvaski

Audrey Starvaski

Jan 20, 2017

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Worcester: Audrey L. (Flagg) Starvaski, 76, beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a long illness on Friday, January 20, 2017. Audrey leaves behind her loving husband of nearly 57 years, Raymond Starvaski, their four children; Peter Starvaski and his wife Merri of Shrewsbury, Pamela Roddy and her husband Robert of...

Irene W. (Puro) Osterlund

Irene W. (Puro) Osterlund

Jan 19, 2017

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Worcester, MA - Irene W. (Puro) Osterlund, 90, formerly of Huron Avenue, passed away Thursday, January 19, 2017, at the Saint Francis Rehabilitation & Nursing Center. She was predeceased by her husband of 39 years, Ero J. Osterlund (d. 2005) and her sister-in-law, Elma Osterlund (d. 2006). Irene was born in Amesbury, MA, daughter of Finnish emigrants, Wilhelmina...

Carmen M. Vargas

Carmen M. Vargas

Jan 18, 2017

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Worcester, Massachusetts - Carmen Maria Vargas, 84, passed away on Wednesday, January 18, 2017 in UMASS Memorial Healthcare - University Campus surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband, Amalio Laporte and a son, Raul. She is survived by her loving family - sons and daughters, Nereida, Andres, America "Mery", Carmen Iris, Edith "Ely", Maria...

A. Marjorie (Nelson) Taylor

A. Marjorie (Nelson) Taylor

Jan 17, 2017

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Worcester: A. Marjorie (Nelson) Taylor, of 485 Grove Street, passed away on Tuesday, January 17, 2017, in Oakdale Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in West Boylston. She leaves her son, John W. Taylor of Fortuna, CA; five grandchildren, Michael Taylor, Steven (Michelle) Taylor, David Taylor, James Taylor, and Lisa (William) Martinez; 12 great-grandchildren; 1 great, great-granddaughter; a brother,...

Qako Dhono

Qako Dhono

Jan 13, 2017

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Worcester: Qako Dhono, 79, passed away on Friday January 13, 2017 at UMASS Healthcare- University Campus. He leaves his wife of 50 years- Mini (Dine) Dhono; a son and daughter-in-law Ilir and Suela Dhono; a daughter and son-in-law Marsla and Ferdinant Pelteku of Albania; and 2 grandchildren- Ina and Teodor Dhono. Qako was born in Albania, son of...

Scott C. Lyonnais

Scott C. Lyonnais

Jan 13, 2017

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Winchendon: Scott C. Lyonnais, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, January 13, 2017 at Henry Heyward Hospital, Gardner. He leaves his fiance, Melissa Gormley; his mother and step-father- John and Linda Nasis of Millbury; his father and step-mother- Steven and Diane Lyonnais of Myrtle Beach, SC; 4 children- Justin, Tyler, Alyssa, and Kaylee Lyonnais; Siblings- Steven R. Lyonnais,...

Eugene F. Tivnan, Sr.

Eugene F. Tivnan, Sr.

Jan 12, 2017

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Eugene F. Tivnan died peacefully in his sleep Thursday morning, January 12, 2017, at the Hermitage in Worcester where he had resided with his wife, Marion U. (Zinkevich) Tivnan since 2010. Eugene was born and raised in Worcester, son of the late Joseph F. and Beatrice I. (Miller) Tivnan. He attended St John's High School and went on...

Weikko Niemi (Kallioniemi)

Weikko Niemi (Kallioniemi)

Jan 10, 2017

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Weikko Niemi (Kallioniemi), 86, passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2017, at the Odd Fellows Home. Weikko was born in Worcester, son of Ernst W. and Taimi K. (Ammala) Kallioniemi. He attended Worcester schools and retired from the Ames Department Store. Weikko proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He leaves his niece, Donna Walsh;...

Geraldine "Dean" Hansen

Geraldine "Dean" Hansen

Jan 9, 2017

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Worcester - Geraldine "Dean" E. Hansen, 72, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at UMass Memorial Medical Center - University Campus on Monday, January 9, 2017. She was born in Worcester, daughter of Enis G. (Johnson) and Jens K. Hansen. She was a graduate of South High School Class of 1962. During her years working in the...

Ralph R. Thomson

Ralph R. Thomson

Jan 7, 2017

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Shrewsbury: Ralph R. Thomson, 89, passed into the arms of the Lord on January 7, 2017 after a series of recent health-related setbacks. He leaves his wife of 68 years, Eunice E. (Hoessler) Thomson; daughter Cheri (Thomson) and her husband Peter Nystedt of Worcester; son Matthew and his wife Jeanine Thomson of Windham, CT; seven grandchildren - Joseph...

Eleanor Jean Murphy-Boudreau

Eleanor Jean Murphy-Boudreau

Dec 26, 2016

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Worcester: Eleanor Jean (Helsel) Murphy-Boudreau, 92, passed away on Monday, December 26, 2016 at Homestead Hall. She leaves her husband Roland Beaudreau; 2 sons- Barry Murphy of Worcester and Keith Murphy of CA; a daughter Ellen O'Brien and her husband Joseph of CA; a daughter-in-law Alice Murphy of Charlton; 6 grandchildren- William Murphy, Kelly Murphy, Kristina Dunlavey, John...

Daryl Ann Nowers

Daryl Ann Nowers

Dec 21, 2016

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Cherry Valley: Daryl Ann Nowers, 49, passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2016 in her mother's home surrounded by her loving family and friends. She leaves her partner of over 20 years Walter Hastings; her mother, Judith (Pfuntner) Nowers; her son, Brandan Thayer; her twin brother, Dale Nowers; sister, Michelle Nowers and her spouse Jennie; brother, David Nowers...

Clifton 'Cliff" M. Handy

Clifton 'Cliff" M. Handy

Dec 20, 2016

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Worcester - Clifton M. Handy, 65, passed away Tuesday, December 20, 2016. He leaves his wife of 41 years, Sharon A. (Johnson) Handy; 3 sons, Derrick Handy, Stephen Handy and his wife Kimberly of Barre, and Timothy Handy; his mother and step-father, Ann and Michael Rana; 3 brothers, Thomas Handy and his wife Judy of NC, Richard Handy...

Robert N. Dubeau

Robert N. Dubeau

Dec 20, 2016

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Worcester: Robert N. Dubeau, 76, passed away on Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at UMASS Memorial Medical Center, University Campus. He leaves a son and his wife, Worcester Fire Lieutenant Jeffrey and Lauren Dubeau and their children Max and Jack; a daughter- Amy Marrier and her children Abigaile, Joshua, and Grace of Rutland; a son-in-law, Eddie Pineiro and his...

Warren G. Page

Warren G. Page

Dec 20, 2016

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Warren G. Page, 78, of Worcester. Warren was a loving husband for 52 years to his wife and best friend Judith (Kay) and a devoted Dad to his children, Christina (Chadwick) and John, along with their spouses, Ben Chadwick of Hillsboro, NH and Julie (Warman) of Worcester....

Robert E. Holm

Robert E. Holm

Dec 13, 2016

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Holden, MA - Robert E. Holm, 96, passed away on Tuesday, December 13, 2016, after a brief illness at UMass Medical Center - Memorial Campus surrounded by his loving family. His wife of 57 years, Ethel P. (Andersen) Holm, predeceased him. He leaves a son Donald R. Holm and his wife Jean of Brewster; a daughter, Carol E....

Ralph A. Butler, Jr.

Ralph A. Butler, Jr.

Dec 13, 2016

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Ralph A. Butler, Jr., 59, passed away Dec. 13, 2016, surrounded by his loving family after a long illness. He leaves his sister, Martha J. Butler; niece, Alyssa Humrich, who was like a daughter to him; aunt, Marie Butler; and several cousins. Ralph was born in Worcester, son of Ralph and Frances (Nicoletti) Butler, Sr. He graduated from...

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Swenson

Elizabeth A. "Betty" Swenson

Dec 9, 2016

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Holden - Elizabeth A. (Rainsford) Swenson, 82, died at the Rose Monahan Hospice Home on Friday, December 9, 2016. Betty was the widow of Raymond A. Swenson, who preceded her in death in 2006. She was born in Worcester, daughter of Albert and Ellen M. (Betteridge) Rainsford and was a graduate of Girls Trade School. Betty was a...

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