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Millard M. Taft III
Jul 4, 2025
Millard M. "Chip" Taft III, 64, of Whitinsville and formerly of Upton, passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, his favorite holiday, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston, following a brief illness. He was the beloved husband of Janet (Whitney) Taft.
Born in Worcester, Chip was the son of the late Millard Jr. and Helen (Barnes) Taft. He was raised...
Guy B. Schultz
Jun 25, 2025
In Loving Memory of Guy B. Schultz
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Guy B. Schultz, a long time Upton resident, lovingly known as “Poppy,” who passed away peacefully at home in Upton on June 25, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born July 30, 1943, Guy lived a life rich in devotion, wisdom,...
Richard E. Whitney
Jun 21, 2025
Richard E. Whitney, 67, a lifelong resident of Grafton, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, June 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Richard is survived by his devoted wife of 45 years, Cynthia Whitney; his daughters, Megan Elizabeth and her husband Justin, and Kari Ann; and his cherished grandchildren, Joseph Ellis and Samantha Rose. He also leaves behind...
Gerardo "Gerry" Viera
Jun 18, 2025
Gerardo "Gerry" Viera, 58, of Milford and formerly of Marlborough, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at his home. He is the beloved husband of Colleen (McGonagle) Viera.
Born in Ponce, Puerto Rico, he was a son of the late Angel and Ramona (Rodriguez) Viera, and was raised and educated in Boston, MA.
Gerry had...
Stanley F. Kieronski, Jr.
Jun 2, 2025
Stanley F. Kieronski, Jr., 86, a resident of Worcester, passed away on June 2, 2025.
Stanley was the son of the late Stanley and Anna (Lebedziew) Kieronski of Uxbridge.
Stanley was born and raised in Uxbridge, the youngest of four boys. He was the beloved brother of the late Alexander Kieronski, Walter Kieronski, and John Kieronski. He was also an avid and life-long...
Paul M. O'Brien
May 15, 2025
Paul M. O’Brien, 60, of Upton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at home. He was the loving husband of Huong Mai “Mary” O’Brien.
Born in Lowell, he is the son of Ann M. (Thomas) O’Brien of Framingham and the late John (Jack) J. O’Brien. He was raised and educated in Framingham and was a 1983 graduate of Framingham...
Kathryn Gail Peterson
May 13, 2025
Kathryn Gail Peterson, 76, of East Falmouth and formerly of Upton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the cherished wife of Donald M. Peterson.
Born in Waltham, Gail was a daughter of the late Arthur and Katherine (Kelley) Bryant, and was raised and educated in Waltham, Mass.
Prior to retirement, she was a...
Louis S. Satkauskas
May 6, 2025
Louis S. Satkauskas, 51, of Worcester and formerly of Upton, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, May 6, 2025.
Born in Worcester, he was a son of Linda (Petrocelli) Wood of Northbridge, and the late Michael Satkauskas. Louis was raised and educated in Upton and was a graduate of NIPMUC Regional High School.
He dedicated over 20 years to Custom Installations working as...
David S. Ebeling
May 6, 2025
David S. Ebeling, 83, of Franklin, formerly of Holliston, MA, and Seminole, FL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was the devoted husband of Bonnie (Benoit) Ebeling.
In addition to his wife, David is survived by his beloved daughters, Kelly Clark and her husband Burton of Tolland, CT, and Kristen Morganelli and her...
Richard D. Weiker, Jr.
Apr 22, 2025
Richard D. Weiker, Jr., known fondly as Rick, was born on July 6, 1957, in Framingham, Massachusetts. He passed away peacefully on April 22, 2025, in Boston, Massachusetts, surrounded by his loving family.
Rick had a long and fulfilling career, retiring from Dennison Mfg and Benjamin Moore. He was known for his huge heart and devoted himself to serving others throughout...
Michael J. Bradford, Sr.
Apr 2, 2025
Chief Michael J. Bradford, Sr., 78, Retired Upton Fire Chief and Lifelong Upton Resident, passed away on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, at the UMass Memorial University Hospital in Worcester. He passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. He was the beloved husband of 51 years to Mary (Megerdichian) Bradford.
Born in Worcester, Michael was a son of the late Ronald and...
Teresa A. Cooley
Mar 31, 2025
Teresa A. (Cerreto) Cooley, Age 100
Teresa A. (Cerreto) Cooley, of Hopedale, passed away peacefully at the age of 100 on Monday, March 31st, 2025, at the Medway Country Manor Nursing Home in Medway, MA, after a visit with several of her granddaughters. Teresa was born on March 2nd, 1925, in Millers Falls village of Montague, MA, to the late Frank...
Matthew J. Furtado
Mar 26, 2025
Matthew J. Furtado, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away on March 26, 2025, at Rose Monahan Hospice in Worcester, Massachusetts, after a brief illness. He was born on December 19, 1963, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and spent his life surrounded by those who loved him dearly.
Matthew was an alumnus of the Massachusetts College of Art, where his passion...
Melissa Marie Stania
Mar 23, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Melissa Marie Stania, a beloved mother, daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece and friend. She passed away peacefully at home on March 23rd 2025 at the age of 45. Melissa fought a courageous 3-year battle with metastatic cancer, showing remarkable strength, resilience and grace throughout her journey.
Born in Bellefonte and raised...
Joan Ann Baker
Mar 19, 2025
Joan Ann (Schaefer) Baker, 85, of Upton, devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at home Wednesday, March 19th, 2025. Born in Worcester and raised in Auburn, MA Joan was the daughter of Adelle Schaefer and Herman Schaefer.
Joan married John P. Baker on June 7th, 1958, and together they were long-term residents of Upton. They had three children –...
Dorothy A. Senecal
Mar 17, 2025
Dorothy "Dot" Alberta (Hurd) Senecal, 101, of Northborough, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 17, 2025, at the Shrewsbury Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was the beloved wife of the late Roland Senecal, who died in 2002.
Born in Worcester, she was a daughter of the late Fred and Edith (Stanton) Hurd, and was raised and educated in Cherry Valley, MA....
Cheryl A. McFetridge
Mar 1, 2025
Cheryl McFetridge passed away on March 1, 2025, after a long, brave and courageous battle.
Cheryl lived most of her life in Upton and was a graduate of Nipmuc Regional High School. Her time in the band was a good memory for her throughout her life. She led a life serving others and had such a giving spirit toward others....
Lester P. Shea
Feb 20, 2025
Lester P. Shea, 93, a long time resident of Upton, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at the AdviniaCare Nursing Home of Northbridge.
Born in Milford on September 5, 1931, he was a son of the late Frank and Christine (Vaughn) Shea. Raised and educated in Milford, Lester was a proud graduate of St. Mary's High School before furthering...
Michael R. Bates, Sr.
Feb 19, 2025
Michael Robert Bates, 66, of Upton, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on February 19, 2025. Born on August 21, 1958, in Milford, Massachusetts, he was the beloved son of Ormond Arnold Bates and Agnes Elizabeth (Jacob) Bates.
Mike cherished the time spent raising his two sons, Michael Robert Bates Jr. and John Mauro Bates. He took great pride in welcoming...
Henry C. Valcour, Jr.
Feb 13, 2025
Henry Charles Valcour Jr., 90, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 13 at Rose Monahan Hospice after a brief period of declining health. He now joins his beloved wife of 65 years, Margaret, who passed away in June of 2022, and their son, Steven, who passed away in February 2014. He is also predeceased by his sisters Mary and Isabella,...
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