John J. “Jack” Kirby, Jr., 89, of MilfordMilford
John J. “Jack” Kirby, Jr., 89, of Milford, and formerly of Bellingham and Hopkinton, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, at Milford Regional Medical Center, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of the late Janet V. (Copeland) Kirby, who predeceased him in 2007.
Nancy Rudko, 83, of FranklinFranklin
Nancy Rudko passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, surrounded by care and compassion after a life defined by love, dedication, and quiet accomplishment.
Donald F. Mirabito, 70, of GraftonGrafton
Donald F. Mirabito, 70, of Grafton, passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, following a brief illness.
Peter Chau Dinh Pho, 62, of WestboroughWestborough
Peter Chau, a devoted husband, father, and source of strength for his family, passed away on April 26, 2026, at the age of 62.
Rhoda M. Carrachino, 88, of MilfordMilford
Rhoda M. Carrachino passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family following a brief illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Geno N. Carrachino, with whom she shared 31 years of marriage.
Robert J. Crotty, 82, of UxbridgeUxbridge
Robert J. Crotty, 82, of Uxbridge, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 16, 2026, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was the devoted husband of the late Carol L. (Patriquin) Crotty, who passed away in 2016.
Robert Weddeke, 79, of BellinghamBellingham
BELLINGHAM — Mr. Robert Weddeke, 79, of Bellingham, passed away peacefully on Sunday morning, April 26, 2026, at his home following an illness. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Jean (Doyno) Weddeke, with whom he shared 49 years of marriage.
Gerald George Sheppard, 89, of PlainvillePlainville
Gerald George “Gerry” Sheppard, 89, of Plainville, formerly of Medway, passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at his home, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. He was the devoted husband of Delores (McNeil) Sheppard, with whom he shared 67 years of marriage.
Robert F. Gately, 79, of HopedaleHopedale
Robert F. Gately, 79, of Hopedale, passed away on Thursday, April 23, 2026, at Beaumont Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation in Westborough following a period of declining health. He was the beloved husband of the late Dorothy P. (Scahill) Gately, who passed away in 2022.
Nicholas “Nick” R. LaRosa, 90, of FranklinFranklin
Nicholas “Nick” R. LaRosa, formerly of Franklin and most recently of Marco Island, Florida, passed away on December 31, 2025.
Harriet Markert (King), 99, of WestboroughWestborough
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Harriet Markert (King), affectionately known to many as “Hat.” She passed away peacefully on April 9, 2026, at the age of 99 at Whitney Suites Assisted Living in Westborough, Massachusetts.
Hildegarde Nancy (Morang) Flood, 83, of MedwayMedway
Hildegarde Nancy (Morang) Flood, 83, of Medway, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of Thomas J. Flood, whom she married on April 27, 1963.
