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...
Christopher Gilley
Feb 9, 2026
Christopher Gilley, 59, passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2026, at the age of 59.
Born on January 1, 1967, in Webster, Christopher was the beloved son of Janice P. (Sterczala) and Richard L. Gilley of West Boylston. He grew up in West Boylston and graduated from West Boylston High School. He continued his education at Quinsigamond Community College, where he...
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...
Joseph Echevarria Ortega, Jr.
Feb 6, 2026
WORCESTER: Joseph "Joe Pro" Echevarria Ortega, Jr., 40, passed away on Friday, February 6, 2026.
He is survived by his mother, Nimsi Ortega, and his father Reymundo Echevarria; his siblings: Reymundo Echevarria Jr., Maritza Echevarria, Katherine Echevarria, Juliany Echevarria, Jonathan Echevarria, and Chabeli Echevarria; and his Grandparent, his Abuela, Bonifacia Tirado.
Joseph worked as a chef, most recently at AdCare Hospital. He...
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...
Jean A. Breidenbach
Feb 4, 2026
WORCESTER: Jean A. Breidenbach, 65, died quietly at home on, Wednesday, February 4, 2026, following a two-year battle with cancer.
Jean was a very talented and patient piano teacher in the Worcester area for over 30 years. She was very proud of the fact she had many students start with her in Kindergarten and stay until they entered college. She was...