Shrewsbury — Doris M. (Cappuccio) Erickson, 87, a longtime Shrewsbury resident, died peacefully on Friday, February 1, 2013 at the UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester. She graduated from Commerce High School in Worcester, and worked as a bookkeeper for several area companies during her working years. Doris was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister and friend to many. Shrewsbury — John E. “Jack” Cherwek, 76, of Shrewsbury, died on February 5, 2013 due to a serious car accident on Sunday. He graduated from Northeastern University, Boston and worked as a comptroller for the Sears Roebuck Co. …

Marlborough — Katherine "Kay"A. (Lane) Brooks, 86, of Marlborough, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 surrounded by members of her loving family after a period of failing health. After receiving a Certification in Special Needs from FSC, she started teaching at JFK Middle School in Hudson, MA, as a Learning Disabilities Tutor, first part-time then full-time. Westborough — Henry F. “Harry” Lindsay, 85, of Westborough, passed away on Friday, February 1, 2013 at the UMass- Memorial Hospital in Worcester. Lindsay was a 1945 graduate of Westborough High School and was a member of the …

Shrewsbury — Mary T. Donovan of Framingham, formerly of Shrewsbury and Norwood, died Friday afternoon, January 25, on the eve of her 89th birthday. A longtime editor and publisher of the Shrewsbury Voice, Mary was a talented writer and columnist known for her sharp wit and keen observations. Starting as a local reporter, Mary rose through the ranks of the Voice to lead the newspaper as publisher. Westborough — Marie T. Boire, 76, of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at home. She was the wife of Gabriel Boire. Marie was employed as a medical secretary at UMass …

Northborough — Eliot F. Parkhurst, Sr., 92, died on January 22, 2013 at Beaumont Nursing Center in Northborough. Parkhurst was a U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. From 1943 through 1945, he served as a commissioned officer, first commanding PT 566, a motor torpedo boat in MTB Ron 29 assigned to the Mediterranean, and then in MTB Ron 12 assigned to the Southwest Pacific and based out of the Philippines. Squadron 12 was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation for action in New Guinea from October 1943 to March 1944. Westborough — Gary E. Tenczar, 69, of Westborough, died on Monday, January 21, …

Marlborough — William A. Floyd, 89, died Thursday Jan. 10, 2013 at the Marlborough Hills Healthcare Center. He was a decorated veteran of the United States Navy serving in WWII in the European, African and Middle Eastern campaigns. Mr. Floyd went on to work as a foreman for the former Data General for many years and was a long time member of the Siloam Masonic Lodge in Westboro. Shrewsbury — Mary V. (Robbins) Smith, a longtime local resident died peacefully on Thursday, January 17, 2013 at Autumn Village, Worcester, where she has made her home for the past several years. She was 94 years old…

Marlborough — Max Holden Reuben, 24, died Friday January 11, 2013. He had a heart of gold and a special gift with animals, always loving, always generous, and full of fun, taken from us too soon. Shrewsbury — Evelyn Rose (Sansoucy) Dean, 89, a long-time Shrewsbury resident, died on Sunday, January 13, after an illness. She spent most of her formative years in Westboro, graduating from Westboro High School in 1941. Two of Evelyn’s great passions were horseback riding and caring for animals. She taught riding to many eager students, including comedian Tony Randall. Shrewsbury — Doris M. (Weagle…

Marlborough — Eileen J. (Daley) Tripoli, 62, of Marlborough died Thursday, January 10, 2013 in Worcester. She had been employed by the Federal Government for over 20 years in various positions, most recently at the VA Hospital in West Roxbury. Northborough — John H. Appleton, Sr., 91, formerly of Northborough, died peacefully on January 8, 2013 at New Horizons in Marlborough. Appleton proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy during WW II. He worked as a machinist in the greater Boston area for many years from the end of WW II until 1965. He spent his career working at Mugar Memorial …

Shrewsbury — Mildred E. “Millie” (Bacon) George, 90, of Shrewsbury died on January 7, 2013 in her home after an illness. George was a full-time Mom and homemaker, but before that she was trained and worked as a welder during the War. Later in life, she worked at the former Data General, and Julio’s Market in the Bakery Dept., she loved her work and the people she met there. Northborough — Glenna W. (Corey) Eldredge, 94, a lifelong resident of Northborough died peacefully at Coleman House on January 6, 2013. She owned her beauty shop running her business out of her home. Eldredge also operated…

Marlborough — Elizabeth (DiRado) Cutone, 92, of Marlborough died Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2013 at Marlborough Hospital. She had been a member of the former St. Ann's Parish, Marlborough,the Marlborough Women's Club and for the past 41 years the Colonial Garden Club of Marlborough. Marlborough — Sister Estelle Airoldi, a Sister of St. Anne, known in religion as Sister M. Therese-Estelle, died at the age of 84 at Marie Esther Health Center on Saturday, January 5, 2013. She was in her 65th year as a Sister of St. Anne. She served in Marlborough, until her death, as the Assistant Province Treasurer for…

Marlborough — Mathew M. Merrill, 22, of Marlborough died Sunday, Dec. 30 at UMass Medical Center in Worcester after a long illness. Merrill was a graduate of Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School, Class of 2009. He enjoyed working on cars, music and basketball, as well as drawing and painting. Westborough — Collette B. Gmitter, 92, of Westborough, died peacefully on Friday, Dec. 28 at the Notre Dame Long Term Care Center in Worcester surrounded by her loving family. She was the wife of the late Dr. George T. Gmitter. Gmitter began her career as a microbiology lab researcher and was …

Shrewsbury — Lorraine Fenwick Eck, of Shrewsbury, died Friday, Dec. 28 in Beaumont Nursing Facility in Worcester. She was 84. Northborough — Hsieh, Chih-Shang of Northborough died on Wednesday, Dec. 26, at the age of 79 surrounded by his loving family. Born in Shanghai, China, he worked as a civil engineer at the Taiwan Directorate General of Highways for more than 40 years. His most significant contributions included the construction of the new Chung-Hsing Bridge, the MacArthur Thruway construction, the West Coast Expressway planning, design and execution and Taiwan’s 10-year Highways …

Shrewsbury — Arthur M. Quitadamo, 83, longtime Shrewsbury resident died Sunday, Dec. 16 in Millbury Healthcare Center with his loving family by his side after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Arthur served his country proudly with the Massachusetts Army National Guard, 181st Infantry, 26th Division and retired as Major in the United States Army Reserves after 20 years of service. He also served the Town of Shrewsbury as an Elected Town Meeting Member for 6 years, a member of the Finance Committee for 12 years, serving as chairman for 8 of those years. Shrewsbury — George…

Westborough — Virginia Nenni Davis, beloved wife of 56 years of Claud M. Davis, died Dec. 15 with her family at her side. Davis worked at DeLaval Separator Company and had a career as Executive Assistant to the Site Controller of IBM Poughkeepsie and, after her children were grown, to the Assistant Dean of Students at Dutchess Community College. Shrewsbury — Debra J. Hagen, of West Yarmouth, formerly of Shrewsbury and Hopkinton, died Friday, Dec. 14in her home with her family gathered by her side. She was 54. Throughout her battle with cancer she fought it with grace, courage and dignity. She…

For the full obituary, click on the first sentence of each listing. Marlborough — Fintan P. Moore, 87, died Saturday evening, Dec. 8, surrounded by his loving family. Mr. Moore was employed as a Sales Representative for Aer Lingus Airlines for over 30 years.  He was a long  time member of the Immaculate Conception Church in Marlborough. Marlborough — John P. Peltier, 71, who was born and raised in Marlborough, died Monday, Dec. 9, at Marlborough Hospital. Jack was devoted to his family and dedicated to fire service. At the age of 14, he became an auxiliary member of the Marlborough Fire …

Westborough — Barbara M. Kimball, 96, of Westborough died peacefully on Friday, Dec. 7 in the presence of her children, at the Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center. Mrs. Kimball was a homemaker dedicated to her home and family. She was an active member of St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church and has been a resident of Westborough since 1953. Westborough — Bola V. Rao, 85, of Westborough, died peacefully on Dec. 8 at the Kindred Transitional Care in Westborough. Born in India, he was the son of the late Bola R. and Indira (Pai) Rao. Marlborough — Murdock R. Glennon, of Chelsea, MA, …

Marlborough - Sister Theophane Smith (Eleanor Smith) died at Bethany HealthCare Center on Monday Dec. 3 after a long illness. She was 102 years of age and had been a Sister of the Good Shepherd for 81 years. Shrewsbury - Paul J. Leary, 83, a longtime Shrewsbury resident and proud Army veteran died Sunday, Dec. 2 in The Rose Monahan Hospice Residence after an illness. Paul was a true and honorable veteran of the United States Army where he actively served as Chief Warrant Officer for 22 years serving in the Korean and Vietnam Wars receiving a Bronze Star. Westborough - Joseph M. Breen, 74, of …

Westborough: David Grey Collins, 26, of Grafton, formerly of Westborough, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Nov. 23 in Grafton. He was the husband of Cassandra L. Furbish. David was a graduate of Westborough High School and was currently a consultant in the computer field. Marlborough: Joseph "Big Joe" Serio III, 34, of Marlborough, formerly of Waltham, died unexpectedly Wednesday evening, Nov. 28, at his home. Westborough: Richard J. “Dick” Holt, 80, died peacefully on Thursday, Nov. 29. He received his Bachelor and Master’s of Science degrees from Boston College and he was also a PhD …

Robert C. “Boppie” Gwyther, 87 of Oxford, died Saturday, Nov. 17, after an illness. Gwyther worked for EJ Cross as a master painter for nearly 50 years. He was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Submarine Corps aboard the U.S.S. Besugo and the U.S.S. Charr. Gwyther was a member of the American Legion and the Painters Allied Union. Everett F. Fitzgerald, 85, of Shrewsbury and formerly of Natick, died Thursday, November 15 in St. Vincent’s hospital after a brief illness. He worked for many years as a branch manager at hoover Vacuum in Natick. He later owned and operated a Thrifty Rent-a-Car …

Richard J. Stein, 82, of Northborough and Schenectady, NY, died unexpectedly on Sunday, November 11 in Schenectady. During the Korean Conflict he served with the U.S. Army and worked as a polymer chemist before his retirement. Chester Vilian, of Holden, died peacefully on Tuesday, November 13, at 87. He served his country during World War II in the United States Army in its 38th Infantry. Vilian crossed the English Channel and landed on Omaha Beach near St. Laurent-Sur-Meron during the D-Day Plus One Invasion at Normandy. He was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart after being wounded…

George J. Rozell, Jr., 89, of Auburn, died on Nov. 9 at UMass Memorial Hospital in Worcester, following an illness. George was a proud veteran of World War II, serving as a paratrooper in the US Army and being stationed in the European Theater. He saw service in the Ardennes in Belgium and the Rhineland. He received as Purple Heart for injuries during battle and three Bronze Service Stars. John M. Risotti Sr., 90, died on the evening of Nov. 7 after a short period of failing health. He was the husband of Eva (Spurio) Risotti to whom he was married for 67 years. Every summer for over 37 years …