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Catherine T. Sisko
April 26, 2003

WORCESTER-Catherine T. (Foley) Sisko, 72, of 24 Seymour Street died Saturday, April 26th in Brigham & Women’s Hospital, Boston after an illness. Her husband, Lawrence J. Sisko died in 1985. She leaves 4 sons, Arthur T. and William C. Sisko both of Worcester, Robert L. Sisko of Brooklyn, CT, Stephen J. Sisko of Auburn; a daughter, Mary E. Sisko of Auburn; a brother, James J. Foley of Marietta, CA; a sister, Mary M. Sidoti of Rutland 14 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. A son, Lawrence J. Sisko, Jr. died in January. A brother, Charles A. Foley and 2 grandchildren also predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester the daughter of Charles J. Foley, Jr. and Mary M. (Markley) Foley and lived here all her life. She graduated from Commerce High School. Mrs. Sisko held various positions in the local area most recently being owner of Northeast Dispatch, a trucking brokerage firm. Previously she worked as a supervisor in the auditing department for the Massachusetts Department of Revenue for 15 years retiring in 1999. She was a member of the Civil Air Patrol, the Mother’s Club of Belmont Street School, a founding member of the Mother of Twins Club and a founding member of Our Lady of Fatima Church. She was an accomplished seamstress and loved the ocean and traveling.

The funeral will be Wednesday, April 30th from O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue (oconnorbrothers.com) with a mass at 10:00 AM in St. Bernard’s Church, 228 Lincoln Street. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours will be Tuesday, April 29th from 5:00 until 8:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Covenant House, P.O. Box JAF 2973, New York, New York 10116-2973

Richard L. Wilkesman
April 19, 2003

WORCESTER-Richard L. Wilkesman, 44, died Saturday, April 19th in Lawrence General Hospital after a sudden illness. He leaves his father, Charles R. Wilkesman and his mother, Marilyn (Germano) Wilkesman of Worcester; 2 daughters, Samantha Wilkesman of Holyoke, Nicole Walker Wilkesman of Sterling; 2 brothers, Gary husband of Cindy Germano of Fitchburg, Dana Wilkesman of Lubec, ME; 4 sisters, Marilyn wife of Michael Paquette of Lubec, ME., Charlotte Wilkesman, Kari Lyn Wilkesman, and Shelly Wilkesman all of Worcester; 2 grandchildren, Marc Nieves and Krystal Nieves both of Holyoke; 4 aunts, Sandra wife of Noel Fongeallaz of Brookfield, Dorothy wife of Stanley Burlingame of Charlton, Janet wife of Edward Goff of Spencer, Cheryl Rankin of Holland; an uncle, Albert husband of Linda Germano of Fitchburg, 5 nieces, 7 nephews, several cousins and friends. 2 brothers, Randy and Albert Wilkesman predeceased him.

He was born in Worcester and lived here for most of his life. He served in the Army National Guard. He was once a boxer at the Boy’s Club in Worcester and was an avid fisherman with the Central Mass Small Mouth Club in Worcester.

A graveside service will be Wednesday, April 23rd at 11:00 AM in Hope Cemetery. There are no calling hours. O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue is directing arrangements.

Therese E. Conway
June 07, 2002

WORCESTER-Therese E. (Gatto) Conway, of Worcester died Friday, June 7th in Salisbury Nursing Home after an illness. Her husband, Joseph T. Conway died in 1999. She leaves 2 sisters, Rose L. Stolulonis and Lorraine C. Olson both of Worcester; many nephews and nieces. 5 brothers, Thomas P., Frederick W., Francis E., Arthur B., Joseph H. Gatto and a sister, Mary R. Madonna all predeceased her.

She was born in Auburn daughter of Thomas P. and Alma L. (Darche) Gatto and lived in Worcester for many years. Mrs. Conway was the owner of Conway Realty for 15 years retiring in 2000. She was a member of Christ the King Church.

The funeral will be held Tuesday, June 11th from O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue with a mass at 10:00 AM in Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant Street. Entombment will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours will be Monday, June 10th from 6:00 until 8:00 PM in the funeral home.

George F. "Joe" McFadden
June 02, 2002

WORCESTER-George F. “Joe” McFadden, 92, formerly of 24 Victor Avenue, died Sunday, June 2nd in St. Mary Healthcare Center. His wife Mary (Sullivan) McFadden died in 1974. He leaves two nephews; Richard McFadden of Auburn and Kenneth Paradis of Leicester and two nieces; Jane Bourgeois of Worcester and Mary Early of Auburn.

He was born in Worcester the son of Michael and Bridget (Barron) McFadden. He was an Army Air Corp veteran of World War II. Mr. McFadden was a truckdriver and warehouse worker for New England Grocers for over 30 years, retiring in 1972. He was a member of Our Lady of the Angels Church, Local 170 teamsters union and the Worcester Chapter 4 Disabled American Veterans.

The funeral will be held on Thursday, June 6th from O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street, Worcester. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Calling hours will be from 6:00 until 8:00 PM on Wednesday, June 5th in the funeral home.

Mary M. Loughlin
June 03, 2002

HOLDEN-Mary M. Loughlin, 84 died Monday, June 3rd in Holy Trinity Nursing Home after an illness. She leaves her brother, James Loughlin of Worcester; nieces and nephews. A brother, John V. Loughlin predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester son of John and Nora (O’Connor) Loughlin and lived in Holden for many years. She graduated from Commerce High School and St. Vincent School of Nursing. Ms. Loughlin was an x-ray technician at the former Holden Hospital for many years before retiring.

The funeral will be held Thursday, June 6th from O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester with a mass at 10:00 AM in St. Stephen’s Church, 357 Grafton Street, Worcester. There are no calling hours. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery, Worcester.

John J. Carrigan
August 03, 2002

WORCESTER-John J. Carrigan, 79 of 15 Leslie Road and Centerville died Saturday August 3rd at home after an illness. He leaves his wife of 54 years, Marion M. (Allen) Carrigan; a son, John P. Carrigan of Marston Mills; a daughter, Nancy P. Carrigan of Centerville; 3 grandchildren, Deirde P. Carrigan and Colleen M. Carrigan both of Marston Mills, Stephanie J. Carrigan of Springfield. 2 sisters, Helen K. Daley and Rose Liberty both predeceased him.

He was born in Worcester son of Patrick M. and Nora (Foley) Carrigan and lived here all his life. He graduated from South High School. Mr. Carrigan worked as a salesman for 30 years for H.P. Hood & Sons in Boston. He worked for 20 years as a Worcester Superior Court Officer and Deputy Sheriff for Worcester County retiring in 1997. He was a member of the H.P. Hood Quarter Century Club, Retired State, County & Municipal Employees Association, a retired member of the AFL-CIO Local 254 and a past member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians.

The funeral will be Wednesday, July 7th from O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue with a mass at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. Calling hours will be Monday, July 5th from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM and Tuesday, July 6th from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Worcester State College Speech and hearing Clinic, 486 Chandler Street, Worcester, MA 01602-2597.

Christine J. Wells
July 24, 2002

PORT CHARLOTTE, FL-Christine J. (Leary) Wells, 76, of Port Charlotte, died Wednesday, July 24th in Medical Center Hospital, Punta Gorda, FL after a brief illness. She leaves her husband of 49 years, Charles E. Wells; a brother, John J. Leary, Jr. of Milton, MA and several nephews and nieces. A brother Thomas C. Leary predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester, MA the daughter of John J. and Mary C. (Mahoney) Leary and was a graduate of Commerce High School and the Worcester School of Business Science. Mrs. Wells was employed by Squibb Pharmaceutical Company in Philedelphia and previously worked at Rockwood Sprinkler Co., Ashworth Textile Card Co., and the Worcester School of Business Science. She was a communicant at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Port Charlotte, where she served as a eucharistic minister and as a past officer of the Council of Catholic Women. Mrs. Wells had been an active volunteer for St. Joseph and Fawcett Memorial Hospitals and was a member of the Irish American Club.

The funeral will be held on Monday, July 29th from O'Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue, Worcester, MA with a mass at 10:00 AM in St. Bernard's Church, 228 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA. Burial will be in St. John's Cemetery. Calling hours are from 5:00 until 8:00 PM on Sunday, July 28th in the funeral home.

Sophia R. Veleno
July 31, 2002

WORCESTER-Sophia R. (Roszko) Veleno, 91, of 101 Chadwick Street, died Wednesday, July 31st, in Saint Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center after a heart attack. Her husband, Michael Veleno died in 1991. She leaves 4 daughters, Patricia L. Zambarano of Worcester, Judith Boehlein of Gainesville, FL, Michele M. Morris of Auburn and Margaret M. Chapman of Worcester; a brother, Constantine Roszko of Oxford; 3 sisters, Hilary Simone and Sally Harris both of Worcester and Stasia Gustowski of Framingham, MA; 6 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; several nephews and nieces. A brother, Raymond Roszko and 2 sisters, Eleanor Gallagher and Therese Abdella predeceased her.

She was born in Worcester the daughter of Thomas and Eleanor (Gajkowska) Roszko and has lived here most of her life. She attended Our Lady of Czestochowa High School. Mrs. Veleno worked as a stitcher for the Toomey Co. and also the David Clark Co. where she had stitched the inner liner of John Glenn’s helmet for NASA. She was a member of Our Lady of the Angles Church. She was an avid card player and an expert crocheter.

The funeral will be Saturday, August 3rd, from O’Connor Brothers Funeral Home, 592 Park Avenue, with a mass at 10:00 AM in Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main Street. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. Calling hours are from 6:00 until 9:00 PM Friday, August 2nd in the funeral home.

Janet L. Logan
March 15, 2004

WORCESTER-Janet L. (Sullivan) Logan, 71, of Worcester and South Harwich died Monday, March 15th in the Hospice Residence after a long battle with pancreatic cancer. Her husband John J. Logan, Jr., died in 1990. She leaves her daughter Julie Ann wife of Robert Jacobson of Paxton, 2 sisters Marjorie wife of Donald Hampton of East Dennis and Naples, FL and Marcia wife of Gerard Kiley of Belmont, 2 grandchildren Alyssa and Matthew Jacobson of Paxton, nephews and nieces.

She was born in Belmont the daughter of Clinton and Teresa (Smith) Sullivan. Mrs. Logan was a graduate of Belmont High School, Tufts University and earned her Masters Degree at Worcester State College. She had been a teacher and head teacher for the Head Start Program in Worcester for 25 years and had last worked with the program at the First Baptist Church on Park Avenue. Mrs. Logan was a former member of Immaculate Conception Parish and it’s Woman’s Guild. She was an avid bridge player, enjoyed her time spent on Cape Cod, her family and friends and traveling.

The funeral is Thursday, March 18th from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue with a Mass at 10:00 AM in Immaculate Conception Church, 353 Grove Street. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Wednesday, March 17th from 4:00 until 7:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the UMass Memorial Foundation/Pancreatic Cancer Research Fund, 1 Lincoln Square, Worcester, MA 01605.

Annie F. Price
December 23, 2003

WORCESTER-Annie F. Price, 58, of 9 Shirley Street died, Tuesday, December 23rd at home after a long illness as a result of emphysema. She leaves 5 sons Wendell A. and Lloyd “Eddie” E. Price both of Worcester, Anthony B. Price of Newington, CT, Casey McGeorge of Hinesville, GA and Kyle Price of Worcester, 3 daughters Angela Y. Price of Worcester, Erica Price of CA and Wanda Price of Worcester, her mother Susan (Heath) McBride of Shrewsbury, 6 brothers Eugene Heath of Charlotte, NC, James McBride of Oakland, CA, Ronnie McBride of NJ, George, Russell and Phillip McBride all of Worcester, 2 sisters Dorothy Telfore and Rosa Amegah both of Worcester, her former husband Milton A. Price, Jr. of Worcester, 19 grandchildren, many nephews and nieces and cousins. A brother, Larry McBride predeceased her.

She was born in Louisville, GA the daughter of George McBride, graduated from the High School of Commerce and attended Worcester State College and Quinsigamond College. Mrs. Price worked as a teachers aide for the Worcester Public School System for many years until retirement. She was a foster mother for the Dept. of Social Service for over 20 years before and after her retirement. She was a member of the Nokomis Temple #36 and the Nora F. Taylor Council #111, where she served as the financial secretary for both divisions, the past Granddaughter Rulers, N.E. State and Eastern Canada, daughter of Elk-active member of beauty and talent and enjoyed gardening and her grandchildren.

The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Monday, December 29th in Second Baptist Church, 14 Hammond Street. Burial of cremains will be in Hope Cemetery. A calling hour is from 10:00 AM until 11:00 AM the morning of the funeral in the church. O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue is directing the arrangements.

Mildred Todesco
September 14, 2003

Mildred Todesco Of Hyde Park, Sept. 14. Beloved wife of the late Dominic. Dear mother of C. Anthony of Stow, Stephen M. and his wife Gloria of Roslindale, & the late Katherine Welsh. Also survived by 9 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandchild. Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQUARE, Monday, Sept. 22 at 9. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church at 10. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 4-8.

Ralph J. Randlett
September 18, 2003

Ralph J. Randlett Of Dedham, formelry of Plainville, September 18. Beloved son of Ralph and the late Frances (Kade) of Dedham. Dear brother of Barbara Devereaux of FL, Nancy Flagg of Dedham and Fran Ryan of Brighton. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQUARE Monday, September 22 at 10:30. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Lower Church, Roslindale at 11:30. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Sunday 4-7. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice.

September 20, 2003

Travers, Kevin J. Of West Roxbury, Sept 20th Loving son of Barbara A. (Cleary) & the late William J. Travers Jr. Of Roslindale, Dear brother of Jennifer Lehn of WA, Celeste Travers of Worcester, William Travers of RI, Christine Travers of Hingham, Warren Travers of Worcester, & Michael Travers of Hull. Long time companion of Sheila McDonough of West Roxbury. A memorial Mass will be held in St. John Chrysostom Church, West Roxbury on Friday Sept. 26th at 10:00 AM. Realtives and friends invited

Estella Roberts
September 20, 2003

Estella Roberts Of Jamaica Plain formerly of Anderson S.C. September 20. Beloved wife of the late Edward L. Loving mother of Joann Roberts, Anna Ezeigwe, Carrie Monestime and Sheryl Roberts. Also survived by 3 sisters, 5 grandchildren, cousins, nieces & nephews. Funeral Services at the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ., Saturday September 27, at 11AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours prior to service 9-11AM. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Committee To End Elder Homelesness (CEEH) For Bishop House, 1640 Washington St., Boston, MA 02118. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Boston.

Peter Angelini
October 01, 2003

A lifelong resident of Roslindale, Oct. 1, beloved husband of the late Mary V. (Maraggia), dear father of Peter of TN, Robert of CO, and Richard of NV. Also survived by 4 grandchildren. Brother of Margaret Vitello of Roslindale and the late Emma. Funeral from the F. J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ, Tuesday, Oct 7 at 10. Funeral Mass in St. John Chrysostom Church at 11. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Monday 2-4 and 7-9. Late WW II Veteran. In lieu of flowers, donations to the charity of your choice

Alma Seminatore
October 03, 2003

Alma Seminatore Of Readville, October 3. Beloved wife of the late Peter. Sister-in-law of Rachel Seminatore of Milton, Dorothy Megna of VA, and Rose Johnson of Roslindale. Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQUARE, Wednesday, October 8 at 8:30. Funeral Mass in St. Anne's Church at 9. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours prior to Mass 7:30-8:30.

June A. McKennedy
April 07, 2002

June A. McKennedy Of Roslindale, April 7, 2002. Beloved wife of the late John F. Dear mother of June Sheridan of Dedham, John F. Jr of Marshfield and Karen Conley of Walpole. Also survived by 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Sister of Frances Kiggins and James McGreehan. Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQ., Thursday, April 11 at 10:30.

Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Lower Church at 11:30.

Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours, Wednesday 4-8.

In lieu of flowers donations to Parkinson Disease Assoc. West 168 St. NY, NY, 10032.

Samuel Maldonado
April 11, 2002

Samuel Maldonado April 11, 2002 of Derry NH, formerly of Boston.

Beloved husband of Wanda Maldonado (Rivera). Loving father of Krizia, Kiara, and Kayla Maldonado all of Derry, NH. Cherished son of Susana Torres of Boston. Dear brother of Martin Maldonado of FL, & Ademilla Maldonado of Charlestown. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the F.J. Higgins Funeral Home, 4236 Washington St., ROSLINDALE SQUARE on Tuesday April 16th at 10:00 a.m.

Funeral Mass in the Mission Church, 1545 Tremont St., Mission Hill at 11:00 a.m.

Relatives and friends invited.

Visiting Hours Monday 5-9 p.m.

Burial will be private.

Samuel was known for his great sense of humor, and loved to play the Saxophone and flute.

Parole Officer Comm. of Mass.; City of Lawrence, & Constable and Justice of the Peace for the Comm. of Mass.

Bridget "Bridie" Flaherty
June 04, 2003

Flaherty, Bridget “Bridie” (Curran) of Roslindale, formerly of Dorchester & Spiddal Co. Galway Ireland June 4, 2003.

Beloved wife of the late Patrick J. Flaherty. Loving mother of Ann “Nancy” Flaherty of Roslindale, Patricia Meskill of Cromwell, CT, John J. Flaherty of Salem, and the late Thomas M. Flaherty. Dear grandmother of Jennifer Flaherty of Salem. Mother in law to Patricia C. Flaherty of Ludlow and Robert Meskill of CT. Sister of the late Marcus, James, Patrick, John, Peter, Thomas, Joseph, Ann, Mary Ann, Julia Folan & Katherine O’Toole. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral from the F. J. Higgins Funeral Home 4236 Washington St. ROSLINDALE SQUARE on Saturday June 7th at 9 AM.

Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church at 10 AM.

Relatives and friends invited.

Visiting Hours Friday 2-4 & 7-9 PM.

Interment in St. Joseph’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations to the Sacred Heart Church Memorial Fund 169 Cummins Hwy. Roslindale, MA 02131.

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