obituaries

Feb 10, 2026

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Robert Paul Piekarski, Pie, passed away peacefully on February 10, 2026 at his home. He is predeceased by his mom Dorothy, father James, brother James, sister Diane, and nephew Cory. He is survived by his daughter, Bonnie, granddaughters Yvette and Maria and her longtime partner David, brothers John(wife Lisa) and David(wife Judi). Nephews Trevor, Chris, Johnny and Ty....

Feb 8, 2026

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Nancy J. (Kelley) Donovan 69, of Franklin, passed away peacefully, Sunday February 8, 2026 at Milford Regional Medical Center, following an illness. She was the beloved wife of the late John E. Donovan, Jr., who died in 2019. Born June 7, 1956, in Boston, a daughter of then late Stanton R. And Sally J. (Johnson) Kelley, she was...

Jan 29, 2026

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Arthur J. Calarese passed away peacefully at home at age 98 on January 29, 2026. He is predeceased by his devoted wife of 72 years, Blanche E. (Sullivan) Calarese. He is also predeceased by his loving parents, Frank and Caroline Calarese, and his beloved siblings Al, Jessie, Francis, William, Caroline, Theresa, Cecelia, Dorothy and Sarah. Born December 11,...

Jan 22, 2026

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David John Raffin, 66, of Franklin, Massachusetts, passed away on January 22, 2026. David had a deep passion for cars, sailing, photography, cooking, and finding the best restaurants, and he took pride in being able to fix almost anything. Above all, he found joy in sharing the things he loved—through lively conversations, good food, and thoughtfully planned experiences...

Jan 17, 2026

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Edward G. Dwyer, 85, of Millis, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family, after enduring a fouryear battle with cancer which he did with unwavering hope, deep faith, and remarkable courage. Ed was born on November 8, 1940, in Boston, Massachusetts. After a brief yet deeply meaningful time serving in...

Jan 17, 2026

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Harriet Congdon DiMartino passed away peacefully on January 17, 2026, at her home in Franklin. She was one day short of 103 years and 9 months old. In December 2023, she became the holder of the Boston Post Cane an honor bestowed upon the oldest living resident in the Town of Franklin. Harriet was born in Lancaster, New...

Jan 16, 2026

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Bruce L. Henry 65, of Franklin, passed away unexpectedly, at home on Friday January 16, 2026. Born October 16, 1960 in Boston, a son of Marie R. (Rodrigues) McManus of Franklin and the late Leo J. Henry, Jr. of Madison Maine and his late stepfather Joseph McManus of Franklin. He was raised and educated in Boston and worked...

Jan 15, 2026

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Michael Matthew Amrich Jr., 70, a longtime resident of Franklin, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on Thursday, January 15, 2026. Michael was a beloved son, brother, father, uncle, and grandpa. He was born in West Chicago, Illinois, in 1955 to Michael Matthew Amrich Sr. and Mary Grace (Menegus) Amrich, originally from Torrington, Connecticut, both of...

Jan 11, 2026

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Michael Robert Edward Bertone "Skinny", 63, a lifelong resident of Franklin MA passed away unexpectedly at home, Sunday January 11, 2026. He was the beloved husband of Paula A. (Bonanno) Farnsworth Bertone. The son of Robert and MaryAnn (Bertoni) Bertone born on August 18,1962 in Norwood, MA. Michael was a devoted husband, father, son, uncle, grandfather, friend and...

Jan 10, 2026

ObituaryLucille Felicia (Daleszynski) Taddeo at 91 passed peacefully on January 10th, 2026 after a brief period of declining health.Born in Chicago, IL on November 20, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Bogdan G. Daleszynski and Helina (Halina) (Dulski) Daleszynski.Her family moved to Medway, MA in her teenage years, where she attended Medway schools. Once she graduated High School,...

Jan 9, 2026

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Barbara Ann Deely (Flynn, Cregg) died peacefully January 9th 2026 in Wrentham at the age of 89 after a long illness. The daughter of Owen Flynn and Barbara Clougherty Flynn, she was raised in South Boston and attended St. Augustines school. She remained life long friends with a large group of her St Augustine classmates. As a young...

Jan 9, 2026

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Domenica (Annibale) Arnaudo "Mimi" died peacefully on January 9, 2026. She was born in Agrigento, Sicily on May 29, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Giovanna (Messina) Annibale and Paolo Annibale. Mimi immigrated from Sicily to Montreal in 1955. There she met and married the late Pierre Arnaudo in 1957. Soon thereafter, they moved to Boston...

Jan 8, 2026

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John Richard Gounaris August 2, 1941– January 8, 2026 John Richard Gounaris, beloved husband of Jacqueline Robison Gounaris, passed away peacefully on January 8, 2026, at 84 years of age with his wife of 44 years at his side, as she always was. Of Albanian descent, John was born in Boston on August 2, 1941, to the late...

Jan 5, 2026

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Laura Lee Fleige (Casto) of Franklin, passed away peacefully on January 5th, 2026, in the place she loved most: in her home, surrounded by family after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind a loving and grieving family: her son, Chris Fleige and daughter-in-law, Kristina Hultman; her four adorable grandchildren: Hannah, Brendan, Connor and Teagan;...

Jan 5, 2026

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Paul G. Catalano 76, of North Attleboro, and a former resident of Franklin, passed away, peacefully at his home with loved ones at his side, Monday January 5, 2026, following a brief illness. Paul was born on January 16, 1949 a loving son of the late Herbert T. and Barbara (Fraser) Catalano. He grew up in Franklin and...

Jan 2, 2026

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Patricia M. Murphy (Foley), 58, of Bellingham, MA, passed away on January 2, 2026, following a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Patricia, lovingly known as Trish, was born on February 28, 1967, in Stoneham, Massachusetts, to Bob and Marge Foley, currently of Port St. Lucie, Florida. She and the love of her life, her husband of 13 years, John...

Jan 1, 2026

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Richard Apalakian, 98, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at home on January 1, 2026. He was a resident at Magnolia Heights for almost eight years and was supported by his long-time friends Gail Mazzarelli and Christine Gruner. He was also supported by his faithful live-in caregivers Rita Boateng and Vivian Asante. The residents and staff at Magnolia in...

Dec 31, 2025

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Florence M. (Antonucci) Garden 96, of Carver and a former longtime resident of Franklin, passed away peacefully, Wednesday December 31, 2025 at Life Care Center of Plymouth, following an illness. She was the beloved wife of the late John J. "Jack" Garden. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her funeral FRIDAY January 23rd, at 9AM from the...

Dec 29, 2025

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Marie T. Daddario, 90, a lifelong resident of Franklin, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the devoted wife of the late John L. "Jack" Daddario, Sr., with whom she shared 63 years of marriage until his passing in 2023. Marie was born on January 26, 1935, to the late Frank...

Dec 25, 2025

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Lawrence Jr "Larry" J. Palladini, 51, Of Franklin passed away peacefully in his sleep on December 25th 2025 in the early morning. Lawrence graduated from Franklin high school and went on to work many year at both John Derrys hardwood floors and Sullivan flooring installing floors. He spent his free time watching football and cheering for the 49ners,...