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Sandra Celozzi, 78

Sandra Celozzi, 78

Sandra Lee Celozzi, 78, of Framingham and formerly Hopkinton, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Dec. 16, 2024. Born in Framingham, she was the daughter of the late Amalia “Molly” (Riga) and John J. Celozzi. Sandy was known for her infectious smile and joyful...

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William Whalen, 59

William Whalen, 59

It is with deep sadness that we mourn the loss of William (Bill) Whalen, 59, who passed away suddenly and unexpectedly from a stroke on Nov. 27, 2024. Bill was born on St. Patrick’s Day, which certainly set the tone for his carefree, fun-filled and easygoing life....

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Dolores Constantine, 75

Dolores Constantine, 75

Dolores Constantine Dolores “Dolly” R. (Leblond) Constantine, 75, of Hopkinton was called safely home on Dec. 11, 2024. She passed into eternal life at Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston after a valiant battle with glioblastoma surrounded by the care and comfort...

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Thomas Mullen, 83

Thomas Mullen, 83

Thomas Joseph Mullen, Sr., a cherished resident of Barnstable, passed away peacefully Nov. 7, at the age of 83. Born on Dec. 17, 1940, in Hopkinton, Tom was the beloved son of the late John and Catherine (McDaniel) Mullen. A proud graduate of Hopkinton High School,...

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Herbert Tebo, 78

Herbert Tebo, 78

Herbert H. "Herby" Tebo, 78, of Douglas passed away Dec. 3, 2024, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Jeanmarie (Morelli) Tebo; three children, Jeffrey P. Tebo of Douglas, Thomas A. Tebo and wife Karen of Douglas,...

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Steven Uliss, 61

Steven Uliss, 61

Steven Aaron Uliss, 61, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 22, 2024. Steve was a role model and hero to many. He was a kind, caring, dedicated and hardworking husband, father and friend who always put the needs of others ahead of his own. Steve pioneered the advent of...

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David Seely, 59

David Seely, 59

David E. Seely, “Rooster,” of Mashpee and formerly of Hopkinton, died suddenly following a brief illness on Nov. 16, 2024, at Cape Cod Hospital. He was 59 years old. He is the beloved husband of Kolleen E. (Moulton) Seely, with whom he shared 26 wonderful years of...

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John McInerney, 86

John McInerney, 86

John T. McInerney, 86, of Hopkinton and formerly of Wellesley, passed away Nov. 4, 2024, at his home. Born in Chicago, he was the son of the late John J. and Bernadette (Crowley) McInerney. He spent his early years living in Brazil with his family. He was a talented...

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Gerald Cassidy Jr., 86

Gerald Cassidy Jr., 86

Gerald (Jerry) Cassidy Jr., 86, formerly of Edgewood, Rhode Island, passed away on Oct. 19, 2024, in Bonita Springs, Florida. He was the husband of the late Eileen (Halpin) Cassidy. They had been married for 55 years. Jerry had been a seasonal resident in Bonita...

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Susan Moschini, 64

Susan Moschini, 64

Susan Marie (Gardner) Moschini, 64, of Hopkinton and formerly of Whitinsville, passed away peacefully on Nov. 6, 2024, at Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, surrounded by her loving family. Her vibrant spirit is carried on by her two daughters, Nicole C....

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Karla Passler, 56

Karla Passler, 56

Karla R. Passler, 56, of Hopkinton and formerly of Westborough, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 1, 2024. Born in Worcester, she is the daughter of Richard D. and Frances A. (Pinkus) Passler of Westborough. She attended Westborough schools, was a graduate of the...

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Wayne Merrifield, 72

Wayne Merrifield, 72

Wayne Wright Merrifield, 72, a lifelong resident of Hopkinton, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Oct. 28, 2024, after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Framingham, he was the son of the late Doris (Wright) and Stuart H. Merrifield. A valued...

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Carol DeWaele, 92

Carol Ann DeWaele, 92, passed away peacefully on Oct. 21, 2024. Born in Holden, she was the daughter of Joseph and Kathryn (Sheehan) Buthray. A proud graduate of Holden High School, Carol was the valedictorian of the class of 1950 and received the History Medal for...

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Philip Mercurio, 90

Philip Mercurio, 90

Philip Joseph Mercurio Jr., 90, of Hopkinton passed away Oct. 20, 2024. He was born in Quincy, the son of Philip and Rose Mercurio. He graduated from Quincy High School in 1951 and went on to Northeastern University to earn a B.S. in electrical engineering in 1954. He...

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Esther McKenzie, 90

Esther McKenzie, 90

Esther G. McKenzie (Brown), 90, of Hopkinton passed away, peacefully, while surrounded by her family on Oct. 15, 2024. She was the daughter of the late Esther (Gibbs) and Ralph Brown. She was the beloved wife of the late Emery A. McKenzie. Esther graduated from...

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James Jordan, 87

James Jordan, 87

James J. Jordan, 87, of Hopkinton passed away Oct. 13, 2024. Born in Cambridge, he was the son of the late Eleanor (Viennese) and James Jordan. He was the husband of 51 years to Christine (Collins) Jordan of Hopkinton. Raised between Harvard and Central Square, Jim...

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John George, 77

John George, 77

John K. George Jr., 77, died suddenly on Oct. 8, 2024. He was the husband of Kathleen M. (McCarthy) George, to whom he was married for 54 years. Born in Brooklyn, he was the son of the late John K. George Sr. and Eileen (Carpenter) George. He graduated from Alfred G...

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Gary Merrill, 85

Gary Merrill, 85

Gary L. Merrill, 85, of Sandwich passed away Sept. 28, 2024. He was preceded in passing by the love of his life, his wife of 60 years, Wilma R. Merrill (Russell); she passed in April 2024.  Gary was born in Boston in 1938 to the late Gertrude E. Merrill (Edwards). He...

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Eugene Savage, 77

Eugene Savage, 77

Eugene Savage, 77, of Hopkinton died Oct. 3, 2024, at home surrounded by family after an illness. He was the husband of Margaret (Hoey) Savage, to whom he was married for 38 years. Born in Hoboken, New Jersey, he was the son of the late John and Catherine (Demairis)...

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Robert Smith, 72

Robert Smith, 72

Robert J. “Smitty” Smith Jr., 72, of Uxbridge died Oct. 4, 2024, at Mass General Hospital in Boston after a period of declining health. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Pauline F. (Dumais) Smith; three sons, Joseph Smith and wife Cheryl of Whitinsville,...

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