Cheryl A. Pare

WORCESTER-Cheryl A. Pare, 63, of Worcester passed away Thursday, Sept. 27 surrounded by her loving family after a struggle with cancer.

She leaves her husband of 23 years, Michael Pare; three sons, Arthur and his wife Kelly St. Cyr of Spencer, Dennis St. Cyr of Worcester and Barry St. Cyr of Indiana; her daughter, Terry and her husband Brian Sullivan of Sutton; her stepson, Michael Pare of Douglas; six grandchildren, Jessica, Nichole, Christopher and Conner St Cyr and Jacob and Noah Sullivan; 15 brothers and sisters and many nieces and nephews. Two brothers predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester the daughter of Eugene and Hazel (Campbell) LaPrade and was raised by Wilfred and Jesse Bleau. Mrs., Pare was a CNA at area nursing homes and the Sisters of Mercy. She enjoyed knitting, reading and bingo.

A Memorial Mass will be held Friday, October 5 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of the Angels Church 1222 Main St. There are no visiting hours and burial will be at the convenience of the family.The family would like to thank VNA Care Hospice for the excellent care that was given to Cheryl. Please omit flowers. Memorial contributions may be made to VNA Care Hospice, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608.CALLAHAN& FAY BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 61 Myrtle St. is handling arrangements. To place a condolence please visit www.callahanfay.com.