Paula T. McGovern
Feb 13, 2026
Paula T. (DiPilato) McGovern, 66, a devoted wife, mother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Worcester, Massachusetts, Paula was the cherished daughter of Helen S. (Byczkowski) and Giuseppe DiPilato. She was a proud graduate of Burncoat High School, where she formed many lifelong friendships.
Following high school, Paula worked...
Jorge J. Martell
Feb 12, 2026
WORCESTER: Jorge J. Martell, 88, passed away on Thursday, February 12, 2026, after an illness.
He is survived by his loving wife, Angela L. Rodriguez; sons, Jorge Martell and Ficherad Martell; daughters, Debbie Martell, Ivelisse Martell, Arlene Martell; a brother, Miguel Martell; his sisters, Eugenia, Edith, Sara, Blanca, Guillermina, Antonia, and Maggie; 9 grand children and 7 great grandchildren.
Born in Utuado,...
Paul E. Johnson
Feb 12, 2026
Paul E. Johnson, 78, passed away peacefully at home after years of declining health on February 12, 2026, in the loving arms of his wife and two daughters.
Born on September 13, 1947, in Worcester, Paul was the son of Evald F. Johnson and Karin M. (Lund) Johnson. He graduated from South High School, Worcester, where he was well known for...
Deacon Joseph T. DuVarney
Feb 11, 2026
Deacon Joseph T. DuVarney, 96, entered peacefully into eternal rest on February 11, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family and the grace of God, whom he served so devotedly throughout his life.
Born in Lancaster, he was the devoted son of the late Louise (Poulin) and Albert DuVarney. From his earliest days, Joe carried within him a deep sense...
Carol R. (Donnelly) Zukowsky
Feb 11, 2026
Carol R. Zukowsky, 85, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family on February 11th, 2026. . She was the beloved wife of the late Robert J. Zukowsky, who predeceased her in 2024.
Born and raised in Worcester, Carol was the daughter of the late Doris (Lovely) and Hugh Donnelly. She was a proud graduate of South High School...
Denise A. Prue
Feb 10, 2026
WORCESTER-Denise A. (Gubber) Prue, 70, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 10 after a long illness, surrounded by the love of her family in UMASS Medical Center. She was a devoted wife, a loving sister, a caring mother, and a proud grandmother who cherished every moment spent with her family.
Her husband of 38 years, David E. Prue, Sr. died in...
Richard A. MacKenzie
Feb 8, 2026
BOYLSTON: Richard A. “Rich” MacKenzie, 82, formerly of Clinton and Southbridge for many years, before moving to Boylston, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 8, 2026, in his home.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 55 years, Susan M. (Chute) MacKenzie; their three children, Richard MacKenzie and his wife, Denise, Heather MacKenzie – Erickson, and Matthew MacKenzie and...
Gerald T. Oberhelman
Feb 6, 2026
PRINCETON: Gerald T. “Jerry” Oberhelman, 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, in his home, after a period of declining health.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 42 years, Carolyn N. (Johnson) Oberhelman; three children, Chet, Troy and Andrea Oberhelman; two grandchildren, April and Jillian; and great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by two sisters, Phyllis and Shirley.
Jerry was...
Edward P. McMahon
Feb 6, 2026
WORCESTER: Edward P. McMahon, 99, World War II Veteran, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 6, 2026, in his home. His beloved wife of 60 years, Claire M. (Fitzgibbons) McMahon, passed away in 2016.
He is survived by five children, Mary Chappell and her husband, Steven, Edward McMahon and his wife, Teresa, Kathy Johnson and her husband, Wayne, Timothy McMahon and...
John M. Shea
Feb 6, 2026
WORCESTER: John M. Shea, 83, of Worcester, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026, after a brief illness.
He was born in Worcester to Daniel C. and Catherine (Callahan) Shea. He was a lifelong resident of Worcester. John was a graduate of Worcester Boys Trade High School in 1961. He served proudly in the U.S. Army, stationed in Turkey. He worked...