Leicester Joseph Anthony Nardone, 61, passed away tragically as the result of an auto accident on July 23, 2019. Joe was born October 9, 1957 in Southbridge. He leaves his sons, Joseph Nardone of Spring Lake, NC. and Justin Cobinski of MO., daughters; Barbara Cline of GA. and Tera Griffin of SC., grandchildren; Dante Menscer of NC. , Alaura and Kaylee Repass-Nardone of VA, his mother, Shirley Bilodeau, brothers; Michael J. Nardone and wife Cheryl of Charlton, Fran Bilodeau and wife Barbara, Thomas Nardone of NH., David Nardone of North Brookfield, sisters; Margaret (Bilodeau) Tremblay and husband Buzz, Nancy (Bilodeau) Lucciarini and husband Kevin, with so many nieces and nephews…

East Brookfield William (Bill) John MacWilliams Jr. – Born on December 4th, 1961 died at home July 12th, 2019, at the age of 57, after a long battle with multiple myeloma, a rare & incurable type of bone marrow cancer. He is survived by Susan, his wife of 36 years, and their children Ben & Emily. Bill was born in Bridgeport, CT; the first son of William Sr. and Barbara MacWilliams, his loving mother who passed in 2011. He is also survived by his three younger brothers; David & his wife Maria of Southwick, MA, Todd & his wife Mary of Concord, GA, and John & his wife Mary of…

East Brookfield William J. ‘Bill’ MacWilliams, Jr., 57, passed away Friday, July 12, 2019 in his home. He leaves his wife, Susan M. (Jette) MacWilliams, a son, Benjamin and a daughter Emily, and his brothers, David, Todd and John and his father, William J. MacWilliams, Sr. Bill was born December 4, 1961 in Bridgeport, CT. a son of William J. MacWilliams, Sr. and the late Barbara (Judge) MacWilliams. Calling Hours will be Saturday, August 3, 2019 from 3-5 pm at the ROBERT J. MILLER-CHARLTON FUNERAL HOME, 175 Old Worcester Rd., in Charlton A Celebration of Bill’s Life will follow at 6pm at the Rapscallion Brewery & Tap Room, 195 Arnold…

Charlton William O. ‘Bill’ Hultgren, 77, passed away Sunday, June 30, 2019 in his home after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Bill was born in Worcester, son of Otto and Pauline (Popko) Hultgren and moved to Charlton in 1952. He was a graduate of Charlton High School, Class of 1959 and the Stockbridge School and completed an internship at Tradgardsforeningen, in Goteborg, Sweden. He was active in the Town of Charlton, serving on various boards, including being a 44 year member of the Charlton Planning Board. He was also a member of the British Iron Association and Vasa Lodge #611 of Worcester. With a lifelong interest in…

Charlton Paul F. Kaczynski, 66, passed away June 9, 2019 after a courageous battle with brain cancer at Life Care Center of Auburn. He leaves his wife of over 30 years, Paula M. (Yanulis) Kaczynski, a son, Jared P. Kaczynski, a daughter, Sarah M. Kaczynski all of Charlton, 2 brothers; Michael Kaczynski and his partner in life, Lisa Scola of Dudley, and Ted Kaczynski and his wife Joyce of Oxford. Many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. Paul was born in Worcester, April 26, 1953, a son of the late Stanley and Lillian (Aksten) Kaczynski , he was also predeceased by a sister Linda. Paul graduated from Worcester Boys Trade, and…

Charlton Richard W. Burlingame, 85, passed away Saturday, May 18, 2019 at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester. Richard was predeceased by his first wife of 49 years, Jeanne T. (Jarry) Burlingame that died September 22, 2007. His second wife Doris H. (Decelles) Burlingame died September 23, 2017. He leaves a son, Steven J. Burlingame and his wife Donna of Charlton, 2 daughters; Kathleen M. Giangregorio and her husband John of Dennis,MA. and Anne M. Irish and her husband Raymond of Charlton, 2 step-sons; John Mandeville of Florida and Charles Mandeville of Charlton, a step-daughter, Susan Vail wife of the late Ken Vail, 8 grandchildren; Emily, Kimberly, Jonathan, Bethany, Kayleigh, Jessica,…

June “Junie” Octavia (Gaviorno) Oakes, 87, of Charlton, passed peacefully on May 2, 2019. Born in Pittsfield, MA, she was the daughter of Alexander and Wilhelmina (Martin) Gaviorno. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert N. Oakes in 1974. June graduated from Pittsfield High School, Becker Junior College (Business and Journalism), the Lee Institute (Real Estate) and the Reisch World Wide College of Auctioneering. She was the office manager for Curboy’s Auto of Sturbridge for over 33 years, retiring at the age of 75. In her own unique way June was a renaissance woman and very independent. In college she and some women in her dorm defied an order to…

Charlton MA./Croydon, N.H. Robert W. Grieve, 94, passed away April 17, 2019 at the Overlook Masonic Healthcare Center in Charlton. His wife of 57 years, Shirley M. (Powers) Grieve died July 18, 2014. Bob leaves behind his son, Douglas R. Grieve and his wife Johanna of Beafort, N.C. and a grand-daughter; Audrey Grieve of Portland, Oregon, several nieces, nephews, grand- nieces and grand-nephews and a brother-in-law, Dick Corliss. He was predeceased by 2 sisters; Marjorie Corliss and Joan Dugener. Bob was born September 22, 1924 in Boston, Ma. son of Henry and Edith(Benner) Grieve. He was raised in Needham, graduated from Needham High School in 1942. Robert served during WWII…

CHARLTON Norman E. Dugas, 80, of Charlton passed away peacefully on April 3, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born June 4, 1938 in Southbridge, MA to Alphonse Dugas and Bertha (Johndro) Dugas. He was a loving husband to Nancy (Davis) Dugas for 57 years and a dedicated father to his two children. He leaves behind his wife, Nancy, his son Brian Dugas and wife Lisa Dugas, and his daughter Amy Dugas and her husband Jeff Robbins. Norman also leaves behind two grandsons, Benjamin Dugas and Nicholas Robbins and his brother Robert Dugas. He was predeceased by his parents, his brother Arthur Dugas, sister Rhea Barton, and…

CHARLTON – Kenneth R. Wonoski, 64, died on March 27, 2019 while vacationing in Myrtle Beach, S. Carolina. He leaves his wife of 41 years, Judith M. (Oveka) Wonoski; 2 daughters, Heather M. Fuller and her husband Kevin of Southbridge and Cara L. Wonoski of Charlton; 3 grandchildren, Damien and Dominic Hansson, and Maia Fuller; 2 brothers, Paul L. Wonoski and his longtime girlfriend Kathy Chiasson of Framingham, and Russell A. Wonoski and his wife Lisa of Southbridge; and several nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by 2 brothers, Raymond A. Wonoski in 1956 and Anthony J. Wonoski in 1980. He was born in Webster, the first child…

CHARLTON – Catherine A. (Burroughs) Bostrom, 60, of Stafford Street, died Friday, March 15, 2019, at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge. She is survived by her husband of 19 years, John R. Bostrom of Charlton; her son, Michael E. Hazzard and his wife Lee of Clinton; her parents, George and Janice (Dangredo) Burroughs of Worcester; her brother, David Burroughs and his wife June of Rutland; five grandchildren, Corey, Christopher, Rylee, Trey, and Katie; and many nephews and nieces. She was born in Worcester and lived in Charlton for the past 19 years. She graduated from Doherty High School in Worcester and received her associate’s degree from Salter Secretarial School. Mrs.…

Charlton Bryce G. Concklin, 77, passed way Saturday, March 16, 2019 at St. Mary’s Healthcare in Worcester. He leaves a brother, Dale G. Concklin and his wife Beverly of Charlton, a niece, Lisa Danforth and a nephew, Kenneth Concklin both of Piedmont, S.C. Bryce was born February 25, 1942 in Suffern, New York, son of the late George W. and Eleanor (Haring) Conklin. He served in the U.S. Navy over 21 years and was a Veteran of the Vietnam War and was honorably discharged as a Chief Petty Officer. He was also a founder of the Commandant’s Brass Band. A Funeral Service for Bryce will be Thursday, March 21, 2019…

Charlton Paul E. Henry, Jr. died March 9, 2019 in Charlton, MA. He is survived by his loving family: his wife of 52 years, Carolyn, his children, Susan and Steven LeBoeuf, Thomas and Ellen Henry, Carol and Bradford Fitzgerald and 9 grandchildren, Rebecca, Scott and Nicholas LeBoeuf, Joshua, Jessica, Alex and Ella Henry, and Jake and Madison Fitzgerald. As an ordained Lutheran Pastor he served congregations in Albany, N.Y., Canajoharie, N.Y., Mamaroneck, N. Y. and East Hartford, CT. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Faith Lutheran Church, Endowment Fund, 1120 Silver Lane, E. Hartford, CT. 06118 or ELCA World Hunger, 8765 W. Higgins Rd., Chicago. IL.…

Charlton Francis R. Allen, beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, died Thursday, March 7, 2019. He was born in his mother’s home and farm on Partridge Hill Rd. on November 4, 1925. He built his home and future across the street from where he was born. He married Theresa (Murray) Allen in 1947 and would have a 58 year marriage and five children. Francis graduated from Charlton High School in 1943, entering the U.S. Navy, Amphibious Forces, seeing action in three critical South Pacific battles. After being honorably discharged in 1946, he came home and met “Terry” on a blind date. He would find a career-engineering. He started at Worcester Trade…

Charlton Muriel “Yoy” Quimby, 95, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2019 at the Overlook Masonic Skilled Nursing Facility in Charlton surrounded by family and others who loved and cared for her. Born in Flushing, NY to Grace and Forrest Smith, Yoy lived in Scarsdale, NY, Darien, CT., Bedford, NH, Holden, MA., and Sarasota, FL. Before moving to Overlook with her husband in 2007. Yoy graduated from Scarsdale High School and earned a B.A. from Denison University. She was the Executive Director for the Scarsdale NY Girl Scout Council, the Director of Adult Education and Volunteer Coordinator for Wachusett Regional High School in Holden, MA., and the Director of the Challenge…

Charlton Muriel (Smith) Quimby, 95, passed away Sunday, February 10, 2019 at the Overlook Health Care Center in Charlton. Her husband, Robert Francis Quimby died July 30, 2017. Arrangements are pending at this time. The ROBERT J. MILLER-CHARLTON FUNERAL HOME, 175 Old Worcester Rd. is assisting the family.

Haverhill David Boles, infant son of Sam Boles and Randa Daoud passed away January 20, 2019 at Boston Children’s Hospital. He was born in Lowell, November 15, 2018. The Funeral was Wednesday, January 23, 2019 at Holy Virgin Mary Spiritual Vineyard with burial in St. Lazarus cemetery in Charlton. The Robert J. Miller-Charlton Funeral Home, 175 Old Worcester Rd. assisted the family with arrangements.

Charlton Rebecca Marie Plourde, 29, passed away December 13, 2018 at Berkshire Medical Center in Pittsfield, after a brief illness. She leaves her mother, Marie Hebert Plourde and sister Summer Taylor of Charlton. Rebecca was predeceased by her father, Jeffrey P. Plourde of Spencer who died in 2010. She also leaves her loving step-mother, Denise Boudreau of Holden, her sister, Brittany Plourde of Holden, and her brother, Anthony Leblanc of Spencer, her grandfather, Donald Hebert of Charlton, and grandparents, Tomas and Holly Pluta of Beckett, MA., her grandparents, Paul and Gwen Plourde of Upton, and grandmother, Paula Robson of Spencer and also leaves her longtime companion, Joshua Peltier of North…

Charlton Avis (Althen) Meskus, 82 Avis passed away peacefully on the morning of December 15, 2018 at the Overlook Health Center, born March 11, 1936 in Ambler, PA., she and her family moved to Cheshire, CT. when she was 10; she lived an exciting life in many communities including San Francisco, CA., Detroit, Mich., Longmeadow, MA., Rhinebeck, N.Y., and Lexington, VA. After caring for her mother Dorothy (LaChance, Althen) Basile, Avis moved to Charlton to be near her sons 20 years ago. She leaves behind her brother, Lee Althen of Centerville, Ohio, her sons; Curtis and his wife Cheryl, who she loved like a daughter along with grandson Kyle of…

Charlton Raymond A. Lehner, Sr.,87 of Charlton passed away on December 10, 2018 after a short illness. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Dorothea E. (Conway) Lehner; his son, Raymond A. Lehner, Jr. and his wife Gina of Charlton; his daughter, Karen Mangini and her husband Michael of Grafton; a grandson Mark Mangini of Grafton; two sisters, Frances DuPont of Auburn and Dorothy Painchaud of Worcester; and many nieces and nephews. He was born in Auburn, the son of the late Joseph J. and Mary V. (Sifferlen) Lehner, and had lived in Auburn and Charlton. He was a graduate of Auburn High School and St. Anselm College…

Charlton Divya (Kadakia)Mody, passed away December 4, 2018. There are no calling hours, services will be private. The ROBERT J. MILLER-CHARLTON FUNERAL HOME, 175 Old Worcester Rd. is assisting the family with arrangements.

Charlton Bradford H. Moir passed away December 2, 2018. Services will be Private. The ROBERT J. MILLER-CHARLTON FUNERAL HOME, 175 Old Worcester Rd. is assisting the family.

CHARLTON – Edward C. Prunier, Sr, 90, died Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at home after a period of declining health. His wife, Nancy M. (Stone) Prunier, died in 1992. He leaves 3 sons, Edward C. Prunier, Jr. & his wife Sylvia of Albuquerque, NM, Gregory J. Prunier & his wife Paula of Germantown, MD and Wayne S. Prunier & his friend Suzanne Bourque of Charlton; a daughter, Dawn M. Myers & her husband Thomas of Charlton; 10 grandchildren, Aaron Prunier, Heather Abrego, Karen DeMarco, Melanie Cooper, Laura Alden, Edward Prunier, Elizabeth Myers, Kelsey Prunier, Stephen Myers and Claire Myers; 6 great-grandchildren; 3 sisters, Shirley Wolfenden & her husband Wesley of…

Charlton Russell W. Conway, Sr., 62, passed away Saturday, November 24, 2018 in the comfort of his home, surrounded by his loving family. He leaves behind his wife of 37 years, Sandra L. (Sinkus) Conway, a son, Russell W. Conway, Jr. and his wife Christine M. Conway of Holden, two daughters; Tara L. Bachand and her husband Andrew of Wales, and Alyssa A. Conway and her boyfriend Brad Charbonneau of Southbridge, five grandchildren; Hailey, Hayden, Elizabeth, Austin and Owen, two brothers; Richard Conway and his wife Donna of Harmony, Fl., and Ronald Conway and his wife Darlene of Dudley, two sisters; Cheryl wife of James Weagle of Warren and Carol…

Charlton Marian F. (Chapman) Scott, 84, died Sunday, November 25, 2018 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her daughter JoAnn Hansen and her husband Scott as well as her son, Gene Scott and his wife Susan Smith-Scott. She is also survived by her grandsons; Christopher, Michael and Jacob Scott and her great grand-daughter Esme Scott. She also leaves behind nieces, nephews, and dear friend Janice Torteson. Marian was predeceased by her parents, Dolly and George Chapman and her sister Edith Norman. Marian lived many years in Auburn before moving to Charlton, after her retirement from U. Mass. Medical Center. Calling Hours will be Wednesday, November 28, 2018 from…

Charlton Sandy J. (Bourassa) Richer, 72, passed away Saturday, November 17, 2018 at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge. She was born in Worcester, February 6, 1946, daughter of the late Albert and Emily M. (Nozzolillo) Bourassa. Sandy leaves her children; Garrett A. and Dana Warren, 2 brothers; Ronald and Victor ‘Chippy’ Bourassa and 2 sisters; Theresa Chisolm and Linda Early. Sandy was predeceased by a son, Travers Richer. She worked at Optical Fiber Solutions in Sturbridge, prior to retiring. There are No calling hours or services. The ROBERT J. MILLER-CHARLTON FUNERAL HOME, 175 Old Worcester Rd. is assiting with arrangements. To leave a message of condolence, please visit:RJMillerfunerals.net

Charlton- William (Bill) Woods, 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 28, 2018 at the Overlook Masonic Home in Charlton. He leaves his beloved wife of 59 years Marilyn (Mard) Woods of Charlton; four sons- Robert and his wife Molly of Vista, CA; Charles and Julie of Vancouver, WA; David of Charlton, MA; Peter and his wife Lynn of Santa Clara, CA; one daughter Candice of Weymouth, MA; a sister Olive Vane; a brother Ernest Woods; six grandchildren; three great grandchildren; one niece and one nephew. He was predeceased by his brother Cecil Woods and his daughter-in-law, Carol Woods, wife of David. Bill was born in Hull, England, son of…

Charlton, MA. and Port Charlotte, FL. Carolyn J. (Davis) Gauthier, 74, died peacefully on September 26, 2018 due to complications from the return of cancer. Born July 2, 1944, in Charlton, MA. where she lived most of her life, she spent her last years in Port Charlotte, FL. Enjoying retirement with her partner Michael Drake. Carolyn owned a hair salon in Worcester in her early years, she was a purchasing and sales manager at Chess King in Worcester and will be most remembered for her work with the elderly as Activities Director for Christopher Heights in Webster when she retired in 2006. Carolyn enjoyed traveling, dancing, singing and York Beach,…

Worcester Russell D. ‘Rusty’ Chestna , 57, passed away Tuesday, September 25, 2018 at the Overlook Masonic Home in Charlton. He leaves 3 brothers; James Chestna and his wife Alice of Douglas, Richard Chestna of N.C., and Michael Chestna and his wife Katherine of Worcester, 2 sisters; Sandra J. and her husband John J. Asselta of Rochdale, Linda Schmuland and her husband Rod of Maine, and many nieces and nephews. Rusty was born in Worcester, October 18, 1960, son of the late Alphonse C. ‘Russ’ and Ethel B. (Collins) Chestna and was also predeceased by 2 sisters; Carol Chestna and Kathleen Helliwell. He was also predeceased by his dear friend…

Charlton/Worcester Mary Ann (Gifford) Pervier, passed away Sep[ember 12, 2018. There are no calling hours. A full obituary is being prepared. The ROBERT J. MILLER-CHARLTON FUNERAL HOME, 175 Old Worcester Rd. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.

Charlton, MA. John A. ‘Jay’ Lindroos, 59, passed away unexpectedly on August 24, 2018 at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge after being stricken in his home. He leaves his wife of 26 years, Edith ‘DeDee’ (James) Lindroos, 2 sisters; Kathy Brandenburg and her husband Richard of Inverness, Florida and Dianne Morton and her husband Steve of West Greenwich, Rhode Island, a niece, Stephanie Lindroos of Thornton, New York and 2 grand nephews; Ethan and Kim McDonald. Jay was born October 23, 1958 in Warwick, Rhode Island, son of the late John S. and Lempi S. (Kiviranta) Lindroos and lived in Uncasville, Ct. for many years prior to moving to Charlton…

Charlton Mark Lewis Gunter was born and raised in Charlton, MA. He spent most of his life in Charlton, where he and his wife Sandi raised four daughters. He loved antiques and owned and operated Great Northern Lights Antiques. Mark also loved to travel and took his family across the country many times. Mark was preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Virginia, wife Sandi and daughter Margaret, as well as many pets. Mark leaves behind daughters; Alycia, Liberty and Katy, siblings; Paulie, Karl and Roy, and grandsons; Mikey, Colin, Arlo and Aiden. Two days after his passing, Mark was joined on the other side by his beloved dog…

Sturbridge D. ‘Quinton’-Sorel Asquith, 27, passed away August 1, 2018 in his home. He leaves his children; Quinton of Southbridge, Skiilar and Emmitt of Plainfield, Ct., his mother Anne E. (Chenevert) Nozzolillo and her husband Mark of N. Grosvenordale, Ct., his father Donald B. Asquith of Sturbridge, 4 brothers; Jamie Asquith of Maryland, Miles Nozzolillo of Thompson, Ct., Dallas Nozzolillo of Charlton, and Talon Asquith of Sturbridge, several aunts, uncles, cousins and nieces and nephews. Quinton was born in Southbridge November 9. 1990. He worked for Schotts Fiber Optics in Southbridge. Quinton enjoyed four wheeling, fishing and was especially happy spending time with his children. Calling Hours will be Monday,…

Charlton Robert C. ‘Bob’ Butler, 65, passed away Thursday, July 19, 2018 at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge. His wife, Constance E. ‘Connie’ (Brodeur) Butler died September 22, 2006. He leaves a son, Benjamin Butler of Southbridge and a grandson, Jamie Butler, his parents; Clarence N. and June M. (Snay) Butler of Charlton, his brothers and sisters; David Butler, Donna Williams of Charlton, Billy Butler of Sturbridge and Cathy Cloutier of Charlton and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother James J. ‘Buzz’ Butler who died September 22, 2010. Bob was born in Webster, March 4, 1953 and lived in Charlton most of his life. He graduated…

Spencer…………Benjamin Ray ‘Ben’ Catron, 31, passed away Wednesday, July 4, 2018 at Harrington Memorial Hospital in Southbridge. He leaves behind his father, Gerald Catron of Rio Rancho, New Mexico, his mother, Polly Cook-Ortiz of Southbridge, brothers and sisters; Gregory Toupin, Julie Toupin, Jaime Toupin and Jarrod Catron, a nephew, Travis Catron, his long-time girlfriend, Savannah Koleski, paternal grandparents; Bruce and Janice Catron of TN. and aunts, uncles and cousins. Ben was predeceased by his brother, Brian Cook Catron who died December 9, 2017 and his maternal grandparents; John and Gretchen Cook of Charlton. He was a 2004 graduate of Shepherd Hill Regional High School and also a graduate with honors…

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Charlton Michael Anthony Porter, III infant son of Michael A. Porter, Jr. and Tara Legere passed away June 11, 2018 at U.Mass/Memorial Hospital in Worcester. Services were private. The Robert J. Miller-Charlton Funeral Home, 175 Old Worcester Rd. assisted the family with arrangements.

Charlton/Tewksbury Ruth Patricia (McLellan) Porter, 94, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2018 at the Overlook Life Care Community in Charlton. Ruth was born in Boston on March 18, 1924. She graduated from Chelmsford High School in 1941, and from The Forsyth Training School for Dental Hygienists in 1943. She married Leonel (Lee) Porter on January 16, 1944, and when her first son was born, Ruth devoted her life to raising her family and taking care of their home. She was a member of Calvary Baptist Church for more than 70 years, actively involved in the Gamma Beta women’s group, as well as leading young adult worship groups, and many…

Charlton/Worcester Veronica R. ‘Ronnie’ (Hudec) Jolicoeur, 89, passed away Thursday, May 31, 2018 at the Overlook Masonic Healthcare Center in Charlton. Her husband of 41 years, Hervey J. Jolicoeur died in 2001. She leaves a son, Kevin J. Jolicoeur and his wife Cathy of Charlton, 2 sisters; Rose Gaumond of Southbridge and Stella Borawski of Utah, a daughter in law Barbara of CA., many grandchildren, several great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a grandson Steven who died in 1978 and her husband’s children, Donald, Janet and Paula. Ronnie was also predeceased by her brother John Hudec and sisters; Anne Strenk, Agatha Werstak and Margaret Kruger. Veronica…