Obituaries

Angelo J. Cuglietta

Angelo J. Cuglietta

Jul 22, 2026

Angelo Joseph “Angy” Cuglietta, of Westford, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2026, at the age of 79, surrounded by his family. He leaves behind a legacy defined by hard work, loyalty, quiet generosity, and a deep appreciation for the simple joys of life.

Born on March 19, 1947, in Littleton, Angelo was the son of the late Anthony Cuglietta and...

Thomas H. Cryan

Thomas H. Cryan

Jul 17, 2026

Thomas Henry “Tom” Cryan, 78, of Westford, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 17, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He will be remembered for his independent spirit, good humor, and the many outdoor passions that filled his life.

Tom enjoyed working on Volkswagen bugs, which led him to open the Bug Shop in Bedford, MA. His skill with his hands...

William F. Mayer, Jr.

William F. Mayer, Jr.

Jul 12, 2026

William F. “Bill” Mayer, Jr., age 84, a resident of Westford, died on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at home with his beloved wife of 60 years by his side. Bill and Barbara (Kelly) exchanged vows in 1966 and from that day lived a full life of love and happiness.

He was born on July 7, 1942 in Jersey City, New Jersey...

Carol Budinger

Carol Budinger

Jul 8, 2026

Carol Budinger, 86, of Westford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at Bridges in Westford after a long journey with dementia.

Carol was born on April 12, 1940, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of Hermann and Ruth Cover. She attended Muskingum College, where she met her future husband, Bo.

Carol was active in her community throughout her life. She served as a district commissioner...

Thomas Kane

Thomas Kane

Jul 4, 2026

Thomas “Tommy” Kane, 71, of Phillipston, MA, originally from Forge Village Road, Groton, MA, passed away suddenly on July 4, 2026, leaving many broken hearts.

Tommy was loved by all who knew him. He was a devoted husband and best friend of 47 years to Diane (Wells) Kane; dad and hero to his two daughters, Shannon Kane (Craig Stivers) of Bolton,...

Michael A. McNayr

Michael A. McNayr

Jun 30, 2026

Michael Anthony “Lou” McNayr, 67, of Londonderry, NH passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He was the husband of the late Debra (Morin) McNayr.

He was born in Lowell on January 1, 1959, the son of the late Pauline L. (Milot) Curtis. Michael was educated in the Westford Public Schools and graduated from Nashoba Valley Technical High School. He worked...

Nicholas Ferreira

Nicholas Ferreira

Jun 30, 2026

Nicholas “Nick” Ferreira, 35, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 30, 2026. He was the cherished son of Maria Kaizerman of Westford and the late Michael Ferreira of Methuen.

He was born in Methuen on February 14, 1991 and was raised in Westford and Methuen. Nick attended Whittier Regional Vocational Technical High School, where he was a star running back on the...

Bruce J. Ryder

Bruce J. Ryder

Jun 28, 2026

Bruce J. Ryder, 71, of Westford, passed away unexpectedly on June 28, 2026.

Bruce is survived by his beloved wife, Kimberley (O’Clair) Ryder; his daughter, Alyssa Macduff and her husband, Andrew; his son, Cody Ryder and his fiancée, Mackenzie Bennett, and his cherished grandchildren, Jackson, Camden, and Kensley. He also leaves his siblings, Timothy Ryder and his wife, Gerianne, Melinda Zitta...

Amy Syd Israeloff Babcock

Amy Syd Israeloff Babcock

Jun 6, 2026

Amy Syd Israeloff Babcock, died June 6, 2026, from complications related to cancer. At the end, she was with her two children, Julie Sarah Babcock Labedz and Aaron Israeloff Babcock (Saib), and her husband Phil Babcock. She also had visits from siblings and siblings-in-law.

Amy was born in Eastchester, NY, and moved to White Plains, NY at age 7. She grew...

Dennis P. Kane, Sr.

Dennis P. Kane, Sr.

May 29, 2026

Dennis Patrick Kane, Sr., 96, of Forge Village, Westford, passed away in the early evening hours of May 29, 2026, peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family.

Dennis was born in Forge Village to the late Lawrence Kane, Sr. and Margaret Orr on December 4, 1929. He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Josephine (Pappalardo). Dennis is survived...

Benjamin T.M. Kingsbury

Benjamin T.M. Kingsbury

May 22, 2026

Benjamin T.M. “Ben” Kingsbury of Westford, MA, 71, died on May 22, 2026, surrounded by family. Ben is survived by his three siblings, Sarah Ehinger and John and Dan Kingsbury, as well as numerous nephews and nieces. His parents Keith and Diane (Birch), as well as his brother, David preceded him in death in 2000, 2017 and 2021 respectively.

He graduated...

Ralph E. Edmunds

Ralph E. Edmunds

May 19, 2026

Ralph E. Edmunds, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at the age of 83. Born in Brighton, MA on October 15, 1942, he was the son of the late Mildred (Gillen) and Walter Edmunds.

After graduating high school, Ralph proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He later built a long and respected career as a...

Joan M. Snyder

Joan M. Snyder

May 7, 2026

Joan M. (Merchant) Snyder, a resident of Westford for many years and formerly of Ayer and Fitchburg, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Life Care Center of Acton following a period of declining health. She was 86 years old. 

Joan was born in Fitchburg on August 26, 1939, daughter of the late Alfred and Margaret (Abel) Merchant. She grew...

Roger Rouleau

Roger Rouleau

Apr 27, 2026

Roger Rouleau, 75, of Westford, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, after a long illness on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Roger was born on February 25, 1951, to Roger and Helen (Brady) Rouleau. He was raised in Westford and graduated from Westford Academy in 1969. Shortly after, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving...

Kenneth A. Saunders

Kenneth A. Saunders

Apr 15, 2026

Kenneth A. Saunders, 91, passed away peacefully at his home on April 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born and raised in Johnson City, New York, Ken served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He later settled in Massachusetts, where he shared over 60 years of marriage with his beloved wife, Barbara.

Ken proudly served the Westford...

Ethan Hausman

Ethan Hausman

Apr 12, 2026

Our wonderful son, Ethan Hausman, passed away on April 12, 2026, aged 21.

Ethan filled our lives with laughter with his sense of humor. A graduate of Westford Academy Class of 2022 and a UMASS Amherst student with a dual major in Biology and German, his many interests included history, reading, playing sports with friends, FIFA and Madden video games, listening...

Alison C. Stone

Alison C. Stone

Apr 9, 2026

You know how there is that one person in a room whose light shines the brightest? The one people naturally gravitate toward because she makes everyone feel comfortable, seen, and at ease—the one who can find humor in any moment?

Alison “Ally” Courtney Stone was that person for so many. Ally lost her courageous battle with mental illness on Thursday, April...

Kavin William Moody

Kavin William Moody

Mar 30, 2026



Kavin William Moody, 81, of Kennebunkport, Maine, passed away on March 30, 2026, after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia.

Born in Tupper Lake, New York, Kavin was raised with a deep appreciation for learning and went on to earn both his undergraduate and master’s degrees from the State University of New York at Albany. He built a distinguished career...

Beatrice Mary Romac

Beatrice Mary Romac

Feb 24, 2026

Beatrice “Mary” (Vetter) Romac passed away with her family and friends near on February 24, 2026, at the age of 93. She was a devoted mother, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother who cherished her faith and family above all else.

Born in Ticonderoga, NY on August 23, 1932, as the only child to Duane John Vetter and Beatrice Mary (Arthur) Vetter. Mary...

John P. Carpenter

John P. Carpenter

Feb 21, 2026

John P. “Jack” Carpenter, 68, passed away following a life defined by deep Woburn roots, historic resilience, and peaceful later years by the sea in Gloucester.

Born in Woburn on July 6, 1957, he was the son of the late Frederick C. and Kathryn “Kay” (Doyle) Carpenter. Jack was raised and educated in Woburn and was a proud graduate of Woburn...