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Charles Yergatian

Charles Yergatian

Nov 16, 2025

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Charles Yergatian of Franklin passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025 at 97 years of age. Charles, otherwise known as Çharlie or Garo, was born in Watertown to Setrak and Agnes Yergatian. His parents moved to Franklin to start a poultry farm when he was two years old. Charlie went to Franklin schools and later obtained an undergraduate...

Mahire Ishka

Mahire Ishka

Nov 16, 2025

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In loving memory, We are saddened to announce the passing of Mahire Ishka, born on September 10, 1950 in Shkoder, Albania. She passed away on November 16, 2025 at home in Bellingham, MA. Mahire is the wife of the late Bahri Ishka who she was married to for 30 years. She is survived by her beautiful and loving...

Tok Sun Brown

Tok Sun Brown

Nov 16, 2025

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Tok Sun (Pak) Brown passed away peacefully in her sleep on November 16, 2025, at her home in Franklin, MA. Tok Sun was born on May 18, 1946, in Seoul, Korea. She grew up in Korea and later met her late husband, Charles Morell Brown, Jr., who was serving in the United States Army. She is survived by...

Jayne R. Batog

Jayne R. Batog

Nov 9, 2025

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Jayne Rita (Carlow) Batog, 77, of Plainville, Massachusetts, passed peacefully at home surrounded by her family and love on Sunday, November 9, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on October 16, 1948, to the late Paul and Rita Carlow. She grew up in West Roxbury and graduated from Mount...

Joseph A. Cavossa, Sr.

Joseph A. Cavossa, Sr.

Nov 4, 2025

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Joseph A. Cavossa, Sr. 89, of Franklin, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family at home. He was born on July 1, 1936, in Boston, Massachusetts, to the late A. Lawrence and Filomena (DeAngelis) Cavossa. Joseph grew up in Boston before moving to Franklin in 1962 with his beloved wife, Marie (Puorro)...

Frederick J. Moran

Frederick J. Moran

Nov 4, 2025

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Frederick (Fred) J. Moran 44, of Franklin MA peacefully passed away in his sleep, in the early morning hours of November 4th, 2025. Fred was born and raised in Framingham MA before moving to Mendon where he graduated high school and attended college. With many passions, he chose a career in refrigeration. For those who knew Fred saw...

Ret. Sgt. Msp Joseph Anthony Albert

Ret. Sgt. Msp Joseph Anthony Albert

Nov 3, 2025

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Joseph Anthony Albert, 59, of Bluffton, SC, formerly of Plymouth MA, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 3, 2025 at his home. Joe was born April 10, 1966 in Racine, WI to Lucille George Albert and the late Anthony Alfred Albert. He attended Basic Training for the Coast Guard during his last years of high school and was...

Robin L. Bryson

Robin L. Bryson

Nov 2, 2025

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Robin (Lanagan) Bryson, age 62, passed away bravely and peacefully on Sunday, November 2nd, surrounded by her loving family. Taken from us far too soon, Robin faced declining health over the past three years with incredible strength and grace. Robin is the daughter of the late Robert and Priscilla Lanagan of Franklin, sister of the late Mark Lanagan...

Katherine A. "Kathy" Foley

Katherine A. "Kathy" Foley

Oct 31, 2025

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Katherine A. Foley of Wrentham passed away peacefully on October 31st 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Katherine is the mother of Katherine DeVito and husband James DeVito of Norton, MA, and William Robert Vitkosky and wife Stacey Elizabeth Vitkosky, of Wrentham. Sister to William Robert Foley and wife Denise Avallon of Middleboro and the late Mark Steven...

Priscilla L. Neal

Priscilla L. Neal

Oct 31, 2025

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Priscilla L. (Ribero) Neal, 98, of Holliston passed away Friday, 10/31/25. Neal was a 25 year resident of Framingham, and a 35 year resident of Holliston. She was a lover and eager participant of anything to do with the Arts: music in all forms, literature, painting, theater, fashion. She followed current events, and sports religiously, was a great...

Paul Maiorana

Paul Maiorana

Oct 25, 2025

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It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Paul Maiorana who passed away suddenly on August 12, 2025 at the age of 72 at his home in Stafford, VA with his wife Benesa at his side. Born on September 8, 1952 in Boston MA, Paul was known for his kindness of heart, thoughtful character, his...

Pamela J. "Pam" Kulibaba

Pamela J. "Pam" Kulibaba

Oct 20, 2025

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Pamela Jean "Pam" Kulibaba 72, of Mashpee, MA, passed away surrounded by loved ones on Monday October 20, 2025. Pam was born in St. Petersburg, Florida to the late John and Rose M. (Pichierri) Kulibaba on October 11, 1953. She was the sister of the late Paul John Kulibaba and sister in law to Patti Kulibaba of Dighton,...

John P. Greene

John P. Greene

Oct 17, 2025

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John Greene, 76, of Franklin, MA, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025. Born on March 14, 1949, in Milford, MA, John spent his life in Massachusetts, where he built a meaningful career and lasting relationships. John worked for many years in real estate and also served the community through his work at the Framingham Post Office. Known...

James A. "Jimmy" Leary

James A. "Jimmy" Leary

Oct 14, 2025

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James "Jimmy" Leary, also affectionately known as "Big Cat," passed away on October 14, 2025, at the age of 63, surrounded by the love of his family. Born and raised in Canton, MA, to the late David and Virginia Leary, he later settled in Franklin, where he raised his family. Most recently, he divided his time between Florida...

William L. Dame

William L. Dame

Oct 10, 2025

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William L. Dame 83, of Worcester, and a former resident of Franklin, passed away peacefully, Friday October 10, 2025 at Holy Trinity Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following an illness. Born April 2, 1942 in St. Stevens, New Brunswick, Canada a son of the late William L. Dame, Sr. and Pauline M. (McEachern) Dame. Services and burial will take...

Ugo Ciannavei

Ugo Ciannavei

Oct 6, 2025

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Ugo Ciannavei of Franklin passed away on October 6th as the result of injuries suffered after being struck by a car. He was 89. He was born August 28, 1936 in Ascoli Piceno, Italy to the late Nicola and Giovanna (Collina) Ciannavei. Ugo was educated in Italy and served in the Italian Army. After his service, he returned...

Domenic A. Gianetti

Domenic A. Gianetti

Oct 5, 2025

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Domenic Anthony Gianetti died peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family on October 5, 2025 in Dennisport, MA at the age of 91. Domenic is survived by his devoted children: Edward J. Gianetti (Susan) of Franklin, MA; Gina M. Eknaian (Edward) of Dennisport, MA; and his sister, Janet Taddeo (Chris) of Vassalboro, Maine.  He was a cherished...

Michael Shawn Mcclafferty

Michael Shawn Mcclafferty

Oct 5, 2025

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Michael Shawn McClafferty, 52, of Franklin, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Born on August 18, 1973, Michael was the beloved son of the late Neil McClafferty IV and Christine McClafferty of Bellingham. He was the devoted father of Devyn Rieger of Blackstone; cherished brother of Neil J. McClafferty V and his sister, Tracy MacNeil, and...

Gerald E. Chassie, Sr.

Gerald E. Chassie, Sr.

Oct 2, 2025

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Gerald Edward Chassie Sr., 87, of Franklin, MA, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2025, at Sunrise of Wayland, after a long battle with Alzheimer's and dementia. Born on June 10, 1938, in Caribou, Maine, Gerald was the son of the late Edwin and Loretta Chassie. He was raised in Caribou and carried the values of his hometown...

Julia A. Sacco

Julia A. Sacco

Sep 29, 2025

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Julia A. (Hart) Sacco 75, of Franklin, passed away peacefully, at her home Monday September 29, 2025, following an illness. She was the beloved wife of the late Norman P. Sacco, who died in 2012. Born July 28, 1950 in Framingham, a daughter of the late Patrick & Julia (Kelley) Hart, she was a resident of Franklin since...

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