Diane K. Reilly
Dec 28, 2025
Diane K. Simon Reilly, passed on Sunday December 28th after a brave fight with cancer.
She was the beloved daughter of the late Melvin “Doc” Simon and Lucille “Lou” Beaulieu Simon and cherished daughter-in-law of the late Donald "Don" Reilly and Carol Westerman Reilly. Diane was born the youngest of four daughters in Hanover, NH, on September 10, 1965. Diane graduated...
Sean Patrick O'Sullivan
Dec 28, 2025
Sean Patrick O’Sullivan, age 60, of Acton, Massachusetts, passed away on December 28th. He was born on August 25th, 1965, in Niskayuna, NY, to his parents Joe and Joan. He was raised in Clifton Park, NY, along with his four siblings. His father was an avid bird watcher, so the O’Sullivan’s spent much time hiking and camping in the Adirondack’s...
Sharon Ilene Martel
Dec 25, 2025
Sharon Ilene Martel, born March 21, 1954, in Claremont, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025. She was a creative and loving soul who left a remarkable imprint on the hearts of all who were fortunate to know her. Ambitious and deeply dedicated, Sharon expressed her talent and creativity through a distinguished career as the Assistant Director of...
Mary Susan Blanchard
Dec 23, 2025
Mary Susan Egan Blanchard, age 95, of Concord, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025.
Mary was born on August 19, 1930, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She and her beloved husband of over 50 years, Paul Blanchard, who predeceased her, made their home in Concord, where they raised their family and built a life rooted in faith, love, and community.
A lifelong...
Nyola E. Vaillancourt
Dec 22, 2025
Nyola (Romanauskas) Vaillancourt, 85, a visionary educator and champion of Lithuanian heritage, passed away on December 22, 2025, at Emerson Hospital.
A pioneer in the Chelmsford Public Schools, Nyola helped transform the district’s Special Education department into a national model. In the 1960s, she combined her background in drama with her expertise as a speech pathologist to create innovative instructional television...
Ronald Allen DeCosta
Dec 20, 2025
Ronald Allen DeCosta, age 64, of Acton, passed away unexpectedly at home on December 20, 2025.
Ron was born on January 2, 1961, as Ronald Allen Wilson at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He was the son of the late Harold D. Wilson and Joyce L. (Gilbar) DeCosta.
Ron was an avid Boston Bruins fan and enjoyed watching all the games. He also...
James Lee Croyle
Dec 19, 2025
James Lee Croyle, Sr., passed away on December 19, 2025, surrounded by family in his home in Harvard, Massachusetts. Born in East Liverpool, Ohio, on October 11, 1941, Jim was a force with whom to be reckoned. Always filled with a zest for life and a never-ending drive for success, his life journey was a testament to his intelligence, resolve,...
Robert G. Pantzer
Dec 18, 2025
Robert G. Pantzer, born on April 28, 1941 in Staten Island, New York, embraced the world with a spirit of adventure and creativity that never ceased to inspire those around him.
Robert, a retired Industrial Engineer, was not only talented in his professional life but was also passionate in his personal pursuits. Known for his love for the outdoors, Robert was...
Barbara Joyce Rich
Dec 16, 2025
Barbara Joyce Rich, of Groton, MA, born February 8, 1934, passed away on December 16, 2025, after sustaining severe injuries in a car accident. At 91 and ¾, she was still loving her work as a dedicated Parent Advocate and talented Yoga Teacher. Barb worked enthusiastically in both capacities until her final days.
Barbara is survived by her four children, Tracy...
Margaret Mary Quill
Dec 14, 2025
Margaret Mary Quill age 71 and life-long resident of Worcester, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025. She was the daughter of the late Daniel and Mary (Burke) Quill.
Margaret was born in Worcester, Massachusetts on April 3, 1954, and graduated from Doherty Memorial High School. She worked for many years as a molder in the plastics manufacturing industry.
She is survived...