Obituaries

Madeline Paradiso Lioce of Mendon passed away February 8. She was the secretary at the family-owned Milford Woodworking Company for many years and was an avid Red Sox and Patriots fan. She was the wife of the late Rudolph V. Lioce, Sr. Madeline's daughter-in-law, Susan C. Lioce passed away just last week. Services are Saturday from the Buma Funeral Home with a Mass to follow at St. Gabriel the Archangel Church.

Richard Bernier of Bellingham passed away February 6. An Air Force veteran of the Vietnam War, he was a self-employed builder in the local area for many years. Richard enjoyed going on cruises in the fall and to his home in Narragansett in the summers. Services are February 18 and 19 at the Consigli Ruggerio Funeral Home.

Deanna Romeiro Theroux of Hopedale passed away February 7. After raising her family, she worked at the former Zayre Corporation and the Key Boston Company in Franklin. She loved to travel. A Celebration of Life will take place at the Edwards Memorial Funeral Home on a date to be announced.

Arthur W. Robinson III of Milford passed away February 7. Bill worked at Bullard Abrasives from age 18 until he retired in 2020. He loved to travel particularly to the American Southwest and Guatemala and was known as a generous philanthropist. Services are private under the care of the Consigli Ruggerio Funeral Home.

The New England theater community is grieving the passing of Tony Annicone, a beloved director, actor, and reviewer who dedicated more than four decades to the arts.

Patricia Zandarski Wright of Milford passed away February 2. Patty worked many years in the housekeeping department at Milford Regional Medical Center. She loved going to Broadway musicals - preferably in New York City as well as live concerts. She was also an avid reader and liked doing word search puzzles. A Celebration of Life will be held February 15 at the Edwards Memorial Funeral Home in Milford.

Deborah R. Tatreau of Milford passed away February 2. Debbie was well known for her great sense of humor and brutal honesty. She loved a good adventure and took great joy in gift giving. She was a lifelong fan of the Red Sox, Celtics and Patriots. Visiting Hours are tomorrow in the Buma-Sargeant Funeral Home in Milford.

Susan C. Lioce of Milford passed away February 3 at the age of 72. Sue's professional life was marked by her dedication to her family-run businesses Milford Woodworking and Old Time Auto Sales. She loved to travel and spend time by the lake. But her life centered around her family. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Rudolph V. Lioce, Jr., and her sons, Rudolph V. Lioce, III and his wife Francesca, and Joshua M. Lioce and his wife Julie plus four grandchildren. Visiting hours will be Monday, February 10 in the Buma – Sargeant Funeral Home in Milford with services Tuesday, February 11 at the funeral home followed by a Mass in St. Gabriel the Archangel Church.

Maureen Hart Gosselin of Medway passed away February 2. Maureen worked until she was 78, with a strong incredible work ethic. at Wrentham Developmental Center and later Medway Country Manor as a dietary aide. She loved sports, especially the Red Sox. Services are private under the care of the Ginley Crowley Funeral Home of Medway.

Kathryn P. Fitzpatrick of Blackstone passed away February 3. For 28 years, Kathryn dedicated herself to her work at Clark University, where she served as a custodian before her retirement to enjoy going to the beach and camping. Services are private under the care of the Buma Funeral Homes.

Joan S. (Marshall) LeBlanc, 88, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at home on January 27, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Joan shared 67 beautiful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Robert J. LeBlanc, Sr.

Kelsie J. Harris, Jr. passed away January 25. The US Air Force Veteran worked many years for UPS. Kelsie loved baseball and spent his life playing and then coaching youth baseball for many years in Hopedale. Services are private under the care of the Buma Funeral Homes.