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Fitchburg, MA Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Fitchburg, MA, Worcester County, & Surrounding Areas
Brian P. O'Connell
Jul 22, 2023
Brian P. O'Connell Sr., 87, of Leominster, passed away at home on July 22, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. Brian was born in Birkenhead, England on March 24, 1936, son to the late Patrick and Mary Theresa O'Connell.
In 1957, Brian and his wife Hilda (Williams) traveled to America to start a family and give them a beautiful life...
George Edgar Hunter Jr.
Jul 19, 2023
George Edgar Hunter Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2023.
George was born in St. Albans, VT, the son of the late Isobel Greenfield and George Edgar Hunter Sr. He was raised in Waltham, MA. George enlisted in the United States Air Force immediately after high school.
George is survived by his sisters Billie Drew of Lexington...
Elaine F. Corcoran
Jul 10, 2023
Elaine Florence Corcoran, born on October 29, 1936, in Boston, Massachusetts, passed from this world surrounded by her family on July 10, 2023.
Elaine had a long and fulfilling career as an Administrative Assistant at Digital Equipment Corporation, Maynard, MA, from where she retired in 1998. You could always find her reading a book, and she also loved to travel....
Jeannette F. Thibault
Jul 10, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear mother, Jeannette F. Thibault, 102.
Jeannette was born on April 26, 1921 to Ovide and Dorilla (Lyonnais) Gariepy in Leominster, Massachusetts.
The oldest of seven children, she attended St. Cecilia School and graduated from Leominster High School in 1939. During WWII, she worked at Fort Devens...
Carolyn Ann Barney
Jul 10, 2023
Carolyn Ann (Henderson) Barney, 89, of Lancaster, MA passed peacefully on Monday July 10, 2023, at Leominster Hospital. In her final days, she was comforted by the love of her family and the certainty that she would soon be with her loved ones in Heaven.
She lived a happy life. It wasn’t always an easy life, but her optimism and...
Felicia Ama Owusu- Antwi
Jul 8, 2023
We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Felicia "Ama" Owusu-Antwi, also affectionately known as Ama, who left us on July 8, 2023. Born November 5, 1955, Felicia was a radiant beacon of kindness, stoicism, generosity, observance, and loyalty, leaving a lasting impression on anyone she encountered.Felicia’s legacy will forever be a testament to the power of kindness and...
George Gillis
Jul 8, 2023
Fitchburg- George P. Gillis, 77, died Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Wachusett Rehab and Nursing in Gardner after an illness.
He leaves his wife Kazuko (Kanai) Gillis; one daughter, Katrina Snow and her husband Arthur Cedric Snow of Fitchburg; one grandson, Duncan Kanai Snow of Fitchburg.
George is predeceased by four brothers, William Gillis, Jr., Francis Gillis, Richard Gillis...
Joyce Sheila Hunter
Jul 8, 2023
Fitchburg-Joyce Sheila (Rubin) Hunter, 72, died Saturday, July 8, 2023, at her home after an illness.
She leaves, her two sons, Louis Hunter and his wife Ebru of Long Island, NY, and Michael Hunter of Los Angeles, CA, and her companion of 34 years, George McGee of Fitchburg; one sister, Paula Rubin of Bridgewater; one nephew, Mathew, and two...
Jason A. Kilfoyle
Jun 27, 2023
Jason Allen Kilfoyle, age 38, and a resident of Winchendon, MA, passed away suddenly on June 26, 2023, with his dog Sky at his side.
Jason was born on May 17, 1985, in Gardner, MA, to Kyle Kilfoyle and Julie Kilfoyle-Kelly. Jason had a light that was so very bright and had compassion, he would do anything for anyone if...
Jeanne M. Bedard
Jun 25, 2023
Jeanne M. Bedard, 56, passed away surrounded by her loved ones on June 25th 2023.
Jeanne was born June 12th 1967 in Fitchburg, Ma to Eugene H. Bedard and Janet A. Roy (neé Messier). She loved going to the beach and camping with her family. She enjoyed spending time at home with Katelyn, Wayne and 2 pets.
She is survived,...
Sandra Kaye Snowden
Jun 25, 2023
FITCHBURG - Sandra (Sandy) Kaye Snowden, 67, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, June 25, 2023.
Sandy was born on August 10, 1955, in Antoine, Arkansas, a daughter of the late Jett and Gertrude (Jones) Snowden.
She is survived by her daughter Shaunti Phillips, son-in-law Demetrice Phillips, five grandchildren, Syeira Phillips,...
Muriel Agnes O'Donnell
Jun 22, 2023
Muriel was born to Emaline and Timothy Gorman on 7/22/30 in Fabius, New York. She died peacefully on 6/22/23 in Leominster, Massachusetts. She was predeceased by her husband, John Richard O’Donnell on 7/3/19. They were happily married for nearly 66 years.
After raising their three children, Karen, John and James in Massachusetts, she and her husband, “Jack,” later returned to...
Shirley L. Lavoie
Jun 22, 2023
Shirley L. Lavoie, a compassionate and loving soul, passed away peacefully on June 22, 2023. Born on October 22, 1934, in Shirley, Massachusetts, to the late Isreal and Virginia Devarney, Shirley embodied the virtues of a supportive and thoughtful homemaker throughout her life. She was a beloved wife, mother, and friend, and her warm presence will be dearly missed by...
Jean Blake
Jun 22, 2023
Leominster-Jean T. (Goguen) Blake, 80, died Thursday, June 22, 2023, at Health Alliance Leominster Hospital after an illness.
She leaves one son, Eric Blake of Leominster; one daughter, Julie Siciliano and her companion Michael Putnam of Nashua, NH; three grandchildren, Matthew Siciliano and his significant other Robin Crifo of Leominster, Mandy Wilson (Siciliano) of Fitchburg, and Laura Siciliano of...
Charles D. Lema
Jun 21, 2023
WORCESTER - Chales D. Lema, of Worcester formerly of Winchendon passed away on June 21, 2023.
Charles was born March 8, 1963, the son of Frank M. Lema Sr. and his wife Rose A. Lema of Winchendon. He grew up in Winchendon and attended the public schools there.
Charles was a carpenter by trade and a lifelong construction worker.
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Gregory A. Menafo
Jun 20, 2023
Gregory A. Menafo, 56 of Lunenburg, Massachusetts died Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at UMass Memorial Medical Center.
He leaves behind his loving wife of 31 years, Lori A. (Montigny) Menafo; parents, Alexander and Felicia "Phyllis" (Krawczyk) Menafo of Sturbridge, MA; brother, Mark Menafo of Scottsdale, AZ; niece, Victoria Menafo of St. Petersburg, FL; sister-in-law, Lisa Montigny and nieces, Rachael, Julia,...
Lorraine T. Rousseau(Former Fitchburg City Clerk)
Jun 20, 2023
Lorraine Therese (Basque) Rousseau, a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on June 20, 2023, surrounded by her family. She was 89 years old. Lorraine's husband, Frank, who preceded her in death on February 6, 2023, was her lifelong partner and the love of her life who would have celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary this...
Samuel Delgado- Segui
Jun 20, 2023
Samuel Delgado-Segui, a man of great passion and love for life, left us on June 20, 2023. Born on November 22, 1953, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Samuel was a captivating individual whose infectious smile and zest for life will never be forgotten. To quote the poet Maya Angelou, "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will...
Nancy A. Dube
Jun 18, 2023
Nancy Ann Dube, whose smile could light up a room and laughter was contagious, passed away on June 18, 2023, just a few months after celebrating her 83rd birthday. Born on March 6, 1940, in Gardner, Massachusetts, to Jeffrey and Rose Dube, Nancy later relocated to Fitchburg, where she spent the majority of her life. Throughout her years, Nancy was...
Donna L. Backholm
Jun 18, 2023
Donna Lynn Backholm, a thoughtful, compassionate, supportive, and loving woman, passed away on June 18, 2023, at the age of 68 in the comfort of her home. Born on February 20, 1955, to Charles and Priscilla Chryst, Donna was a lifelong resident of Ashby, Massachusetts. Donna was an amazing wife, loving mother and nana, as well as, a talented seamstress....
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