John William McCormack
Sep 22, 2026
John William McCormack, 76, of Westford, MA (formaly of Sudbury, Jamaica Plain, Dorchester, and South Boston), passed away peacefully on Tuesday September 22, 2026 after facing brain cancer with courage, grace, and determination.
John was born in 1950 to the late Emily (Ruplis) and Edward J. McCormack, Jr. He attended Georgetown University where he met the love of his life Anne...
Mary Anne Catherine Taylor
Sep 20, 2026
Mary Anne Catherine (Stevens) Taylor, died peacefully on September 20, 2026, at the age of 89, after facing cancer with courage and grace.
Born June 11, 1937, she grew up in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, New York, where to her mother she was always "Goody." After high school she studied at the Mandl School for Medical Office Assistants, where she earned the...
Rosalie Josephine Johnson
Sep 9, 2026
Rosalie Josephine (Macchiarola) Johnson, passed peacefully on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at Emerson Hospital.
She was born on July 17, 1939, in Providence, Rhode Island to Antonio and Emma Macchiarola. The oldest of three children, Rosalie grew up in Johnston, Rhode Island, where she attended St. Mary’s Catholic School for Girls. She met her beloved husband, Nicholas Johnson, her senior year,...
James Tyler Marsh
Sep 6, 2026
James Tyler Marsh, 79, of Westford, passed away peacefully at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital, on Sunday, September 6, 2026, after a long illness.
James was born in 1946, to the late Wallace (Tyler) and Mary (Polly) Marsh. Shortly after graduating high school, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving his country from 1968 to 1972...
Maria Estrela
Aug 14, 2026
Maria (Silva) Estrela, age 77, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Fernando “Freddy” Estrela, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage.
Born on February 2, 1949, in Ribeira Grande, São Miguel, Azores, Portugal, Maria was the daughter of the late Irene (Tavares) (Da Silva) Goncalves and Jose...
Annette Y. Doucette
Aug 2, 2026
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Annette Yvonne (Poist) Doucette, who passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at the age of 65.
Born on September 9, 1960, in Laurel, Maryland, Annette was the beloved daughter of the late Tina (Zahar) and William Poist. In her younger years, Annette loved spending time around horses, sharing special moments with...
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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...
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