Obituaries

Leeanne B. Swift, 74, of Stratford CT

Leeanne B. Swift, 74, of Stratford CT died Monday evening (August 8, 2022) at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Bridgeport CT after an illness. Read more

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Dick Edward Wilt, 87 Dick Edward Wilt, 87, passed away suddenly at his residence in Mendon. Read more.

John Manuel Balanca, 81, Formally of Milford John Manuel Balanca, 81 - Passed away with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. Read more.

Mr. Jose M. Maqui, 69, of Uxbridge Mr. Jose M. Maqui, 69, of Uxbridge MA died Friday (July 29, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mary A. (Berardi) Sayles, 88 of Hopedale Mary A. (Berardi) Sayles, 88 of Hopedale MA and formerly of Milford MA died Tuesday (August 2, 2022) at Webster Manor Nursing & Rehabilitation in Webster MA after a period of declining health. Read more.

Alfred “Al” C. Holman, 74, Upton Alfred “Al” C. Holman, 74, a longtime Upton resident, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 21, at his home. He was the beloved husband of 53 years to Marilyn (Peck) Holman. Read more.

John A. Pauly, Sr. 85, of Apache Junction AZ, formerly of Milford John A. Pauly, Sr. 85, of Apache Junction AZ, formerly of Milford MA, died Saturday June 11, 2022 after a brief illness. Read more.

Mr. Frederic J. Kelley Jr., 86, of Mendon Mr. Frederic J. Kelley Jr., 86, of Mendon MA, died Saturday (July 9, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

James H. Fitch, age 75, of South Yarmouth James H. Fitch, age 75, of South Yarmouth MA, formerly of Milford MA, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on June 15, 2022 at Cape Cod Hospital. Read more.

Atty. Michael J. Yerardi, 79, of Raynham Atty. Michael J. Yerardi, 79, of Raynham MA died Tuesday (June 14, 2022) at St. Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Brighton MA surrounded by his loved ones after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Aldo L. Cecchi Jr., 80, of Milford Mr. Aldo L. Cecchi Jr., 80, of Milford MA died Friday (June 10, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mrs. Susan K. (Alger) Byam, 69, of Bellingham Mrs. Susan K. (Alger) Byam, 69, of Bellingham MA, died Friday (June 3, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after being stricken at her residence. Read more.

Mr. Michael J. Prece, 70, of Milford Mr. Michael J. Prece, 70, of Milford MA died unexpectedly on Saturday (May 21, 2022) at his residence in Milford MA. Read more.

Claire L. Cummings, 94, of Milford Claire L. Cummings, 94, of Milford, MA died peacefully on May 23, 2022, under the care of Blaire House of Milford. Read more.

Mr. Craig T. “Digger” Whyte, 73, of Hopedale Mr. Craig T. “Digger” Whyte, 73, of Hopedale MA passed away comfortably at home surrounded by family on Thursday, May 12, 2022, after suffering an illness. Read more.

Mr. Ronald F. “Ronny” Cahill, 85, of Milford Mr. Ronald F. “Ronny” Cahill, 85, of Milford MA died Tuesday evening (May 17, 2022) at Medway Country Manor in Medway MA surrounded by his loving family after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mrs. Alice L. (Tower) Luby, 94, of Milford Mrs. Alice L. (Tower) Luby, 94, of Milford MA, died Sunday (May 15, 2022) at Countryside Healthcare of Milford after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mrs. Marie G. (Ricci) Lucier, 87 Mrs. Marie G. (Ricci) Lucier, 87, of Hyannis MA and formerly of Mashpee MA & Milford MA went to her eternal rest on Monday (May 9, 2022) in the arms of her devoted son, Van P. Lucier, on Cape Cod at Royal of Cotuit Nursing Facility, Mashpee MA, after an illness. Read more.

Mr. David F. Giancola, 70, of Milford Mr. David F. Giancola, 70, of Milford MA died Saturday (April 30, 2022) at the UMASS-Memorial Medical Center in Worcester MA after an illness. He was the beloved husband of Aline M. (Polikowski) Giancola. Read more.

Mr. Charles E. MacRae, 36, of Milford Mr. Charles E. MacRae, 36, of Milford MA died Monday (May 2, 2022) at his residence after an illness. He was the beloved husband of Rachel Ann (Lemieux) MacRae. Read more.

Naureen C. Alzerini, 90, of Yarmouthport Naureen C. Alzerini, 90, of Yarmouthport MA, died Wednesday (March 30, 2022) in Harwich MA after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mrs. Sharon (Sonne) Manoogian, 78, of Milford Mrs. Sharon (Sonne) Manoogian, 78, of Milford MA died Friday (April 22, 2022) at her residence after a long, brave and courageous battle with cancer. Read more.

Mr. George C. Warren, 55, of Milford Mr. George C. Warren, 55, of Milford MA died Friday (April 22, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Joseph F. Fullum, 84, of West Springfield Mr. Joseph F. Fullum, 84, of West Springfield MA and formerly of Arlington MA passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Friday (April 1, 2022) after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mrs. Maryellen L. (Cicchetti) Gray, 81, of Falmouth MA and formerly of Hopedale Mrs. Maryellen L. (Cicchetti) Gray, 81, of Falmouth MA and formerly of Hopedale MA died Tuesday (March 29, 2022) in Falmouth MA. Read more.

Mr. Odair P. De Souza, 57, of Milford Mr. Odair P. De Souza, 57, of Milford MA, died unexpectedly on Wednesday (March 23, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center shortly after admittance. Read more.

Mr. Frank J. Sarrocco Jr., 74, of Milford Mr. Frank J. Sarrocco Jr., 74, of Milford MA died Tuesday (March 22, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mrs. Eveline M. (Celozzi) Berry, 90, of Milford Mrs. Eveline M. (Celozzi) Berry, 90, of Milford MA died Wednesday (March 23, 2022) at Countryside Healthcare of Milford after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mr. John W. Nordenson, 76, of Milford Mr. John W. Nordenson, 76, of Milford MA died Saturday (March 12, 2022) at the UMASS-Memorial Medical Center in Worcester MA after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Raymond P. Birmingham, 60, of Milford Mr. Raymond P. Birmingham, 60, of Milford MA, died Sunday (March 13, 2022) at the UMASS-Memorial Medical Center in Worcester MA after an illness. Read more.

Robert Francis “Bob” Kingdon , age 86, of Sevierville, TN Robert Francis “Bob” Kingdon , age 86, of Sevierville, TN died peacefully on February 27, 2022 at his residence after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mr. Anthony J. “Tony” Lombardi, 71, of Milford Mr. Anthony J. “Tony” Lombardi, 71, of Milford MA died Tuesday (March 1, 2022) at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester MA after a courageous battle with Parkinson’s decease. Read more.

Mr. James M. Wilson Jr., 81, of Milford Mr. James M. Wilson Jr., 81, of Milford MA died Saturday (February 26, 2022) at his residence after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Lynn E. Ostaski, 71, of Milford Mr. Lynn E. Ostaski, 71, of Milford MA died Wednesday evening (February 9, 2022) at the Westborough Healthcenter in Westborough MA after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mr. Dana R. Fontecchio, 74, of Upton Mr. Dana R. Fontecchio, 74, of Upton MA and formerly of Milford MA died Saturday (February 12, 2022) at Beaumont Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation in Westborough MA after an illness. Read more.

Mrs. Mary E. (Daley) Marley, also known as “Noni Bird”, 87, of Milford Mrs. Mary E. (Daley) Marley, also known as “Noni Bird”, 87, of Milford Ma died Tuesday (February 1, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Anthony J. Giallonardo, 93, of Milford Mr. Anthony J. Giallonardo, 93, of Milford MA, died Sunday (September 30, 2022) at Whitney Place Assisted Living in Northborough MA after a period of declining health. Read more.

Mr. Michael F. Becker, 68, of Uxbridge Mr. Michael F. Becker, 68, of Uxbridge MA, died Friday (January 28, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Edward J. Tebeau Sr., 64, of Milford Mr. Edward J. Tebeau Sr., 64, of Milford MA died Saturday (January 29, 2022) at his residence after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Warren Rios, 95, of Milford Mr. Warren Rios, 95, of Milford MA died Friday (January 28, 2022) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Walter K. Kaplan Jr., 83, of Mendon Mr. Walter K. Kaplan Jr., 83, of Mendon MA died Tuesday (January 25, 2022) at the UMASS Medical Center University Campus in Worcester MA after an illness. Read more.

Mrs. Elvira “Vera” (Creasia) Cassinelli, of Milford Mrs. Elvira “Vera” (Creasia) Cassinelli, of Milford MA, passed peacefully Friday evening (January 21, 2022) at her home with her family by her side. Read more.

Lorraine M. Covino, 82, of Webster and formerly of Milford Miss. Lorraine M. Covino, 82, of Webster MA and formerly of Milford MA, died Tuesday (December 28, 2021) at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge MA after an illness. Read more.

Francis A. “Frank” Iadarola, 88, of Douglas Francis A. “Frank” Iadarola, 88, of Douglas, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, at the St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester, surrounded by his loving family. Read more.

Fraser Scott McNeilly, 70 Fraser Scott McNeilly, 70, passed suddenly on January 7, 2022 in Milford, MA. Read more.

Mr. Fekry Mehany Macarious Tawadros, 88, of Milford Mr. Fekry Mehany Macarious Tawadros, 88, of Milford MA died Tuesday (December 21, 2021) at Milford Regional Hospital after an illness. Read more.

Paul M. Casasanta, 65, of Milford Paul M. Casasanta, 65, of Milford, passed away surrounded by his three sons on December 3, 2021 at Rhode Island Hospital. Read more.

Mr. Keith J. Deragon, 56, of Millville Mr. Keith J. Deragon, 56, of Millville MA died Thursday (December 16, 2021) at his residence after an illness. Read more.

Mrs. Ann M. (Ferretti) Yaz, 86, of Milford Mrs. Ann M. (Ferretti) Yaz, 86, of Milford MA died Thursday (December 16, 2021) at the Milford Regional Medical Center after an illness. Read more.

Mr. Joseph A. Bishop, 65, of South Yarmouth MA and formerly of Hopedale and Mendon Mr. Joseph A. Bishop, 65, of South Yarmouth MA and formerly of Hopedale and Mendon MA died Friday (December 10, 2021) at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston MA as a result of complications after heart surgery. Read more.