obituaries

Apr 9, 2026

Debra Cucinotta, 71, of Wrentham, MA, passed away peacefully on April 9, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on August 25, 1954 at Newton-Wellesley Hospital, Debra was the beloved wife of Domenic Cucinotta. She was a devoted mother to Shaun (Laura Hill), Melissa (Adam DoVale), and Lauren Cucinotta (Brie Karow). She was also a cherished grandmother to Kailee, Makenzie, Devin, Riley,...

Apr 7, 2026

Nicholas A. Mucciarone (“Nicky”), 62, of North Smithfield, Rhode Island, formerly of Franklin, Massachusetts, passed away on April 7, 2026.

Nick was born to the late Gloria Mucciarone and the late Nicholas G. Mucciarone and was raised in Franklin, Massachusetts. He graduated from Tri-County Regional Vocational Technical High School in 1981. In his younger years, he was the proud owner of...

Apr 5, 2026

David A. Seyfarth (Westcott) was born on August 30, 1930. He passed away on April 5, 2026 at the age of 95. He led a full life but struggled with a long illness at the end of his life.

He was the son of Sidney B. Westcott and Florence S. Demaray. He was adopted at the age of 6 after the...

Apr 3, 2026

We say goodbye to a kind and gentle person who extended a helping hand to anyone in need. When friends and family had a problem they sought out Donna Swindell-Peloquin for a sympathetic ear and sound advice. Often, when asked about herself, Donna turned the conversation to who she was speaking to, often setting her own concerns aside in order...

Apr 2, 2026

Dr. Stephen J. Walsh, 85, formerly of Franklin, Massachusetts and Cape Cod, died on April 2, 2026 in St. Petersburg, Florida, surrounded by his family after a courageous battle with Metastatic Melanoma.

Born in Newark, New Jersey, on March 24, 1941, to Francis and Christine Drevenak Walsh. Steve was a graduate of Immaculate Conception, Montclair, NJ, Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA...

Apr 2, 2026

David Leavitt, 67, of Bellingham, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family and his beloved dogs Abby and Wookie.

He is lovingly survived by his wife of 25 years, Amanda; his son Adam Puopolo and Adam's partner Emily Foley; and his granddaughter Oakleigh of Dedham. He also leaves his mother, Patricia (LaBelle) Leavitt of Haverhill; his brother...

Mar 30, 2026

Ginny J. Mastromatteo, age 84, went to be with our Lord following a long illness on March 30, 2026 at All American Assisted Living in Wrentham.

Ginny was born January 22, 1942 and was raised in East Walpole and Franklin Mass. She attended Franklin High School and graduated in 1959. She also attended Chandler School for Women in Boston and received...

Mar 27, 2026

Phyllis E. (Heinrich) Molloy 84, of Franklin passed away peacefully Friday March 27, 2026 at home surrounded by her family, following a long period of failing health. She was the beloved wife of the late Paul J. Molloy, who died in 2014.

Born in Boston, February 24, 1942 the daughter of the late Emil E. Heinrich and Frances E. O’Rielly, she...

Mar 25, 2026

Ronald Therieau, 85, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, March 25th surrounded by the love of his family.

Ron was the devoted husband of Dianne Therieau and a loving father to Paul Therieau (predeceased), Mark Therieau (and his wife, Nancy Cowen), James Therieau (and his wife, Kathy), and Bonnie Dennis (and her husband, Christopher). He was a...

Mar 22, 2026

UPDATED: RELATIVES AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND A PRAYER SERVICE THURSDAY MARCH 26, 2026 IN THE CHARLES F. OTERI AND SON FRANKLIN FUNERAL HOME 33 COTTAGE ST. AT 5PM.

Madelyn H. (DeMarzi) Padula 98, of Franklin, passed away, peacefully Sunday March 22, 2026 at the Blaire House of Milford. She was the beloved wife of the late Joseph B. Padula,...

Mar 18, 2026

Ralph V. "Butch" Masi, age 92, a lifelong Franklin resident passed away on March 18, 2026. He was married for 51 years to the late Phyllis M. Mucciarone, who passed away in 2010.

Born in Franklin on February 19, 1934, a son of Aniello and Mary (Verna) Masi, he was predeceased by his brothers Charles, Antonio, Joseph (Butch) Masi and sisters...

Mar 16, 2026

Gerald J. “Jerry” Bartolo 73, of Franklin, passed away peacefully, at his home Monday March 16, 2026, following an illness. He was a beloved son of the late Gennaro & Rosemarie Bartolo.

Born in Everett, MA Gerald lived a life defined by hard work, devotion to family, and an easy ability to connect with everyone he met.

A proud Veteran, Gerald served...

Mar 13, 2026

Mike Monaghan had many important roles in his short life:

Devoted Husband, Father, and Family Man: His wife and children were his absolute priority, his strongest loves, and his deepest sources of pride. His role as brother, uncle, neighbor, and friend were also incredibly important to him.

Sergeant and Patriot: A proud U.S. Air Force veteran who considered it a lifelong honor...

Mar 12, 2026

Robert (Bob) Michael Webber, 62, of Cape Canaveral, Florida (formerly of Franklin, Massachusetts), passed away peacefully on Thursday March 12th, 2026 surrounded by his loving wife and daughters, after a brave, 17 month battle of Grade 4 Glioblastoma.

Born June 26, 1963 in Norwood, Massachusetts, Bob was the son of Francis Webber and the late Charlotte (Doherty) Webber of Franklin, Massachusetts,...

Mar 9, 2026

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Michael J. "Mike" Piemonte, 72, who was raised in Mattapan, Mass., and lived in North Attleboro, Mass., passed away peacefully with his family at his side on Monday, March 9, 2026, at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, Mass., following a progressive illness. He was the beloved husband of Debbie J. (Romotsky) Piemonte, to whom he was married for...

Mar 8, 2026

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Claire Marie (Hurlebaus) Vaughan, 88, of Marlborough, MA (formerly of South Boston, Franklin, MA and Wolfeboro, NH) passed on to her good Lord's peace and promise on March 8, 2026, after a long illness. She was the loving wife of Walter "Wally" Vaughan. They were married for over 65 years. Her beautiful, caring spirit had an impact on...

Feb 28, 2026

ObituaryRuth E. Emmons 93, of Franklin, passed away peacefully, Saturday February 28, 2026 at Milford Regional Medical Center, following an illness.Born April 23, 1932, in Franklin a daughter of Wallace and Anne (Greeley) Emmons, she was a lifelong resident of Franklin.She was raised and educated in Franklin and was a 1950 graduate of Franklin High School.Ruth worked for the Lorusso...

Feb 22, 2026

Kevin Michael McMahon, 87, of Milford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully at home on February 22, 2026, with his wife by his side.

Born on March 1, 1938, in Queens, New York, Kevin was the son of Patrick and Sarah McMahon. He lived a life rooted in love, loyalty, laughter, and deep devotion to his family. To know Kevin was to know...

Feb 21, 2026

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Susan (O'Brien) Allard, 67, of Bellingham, MA, and a former resident of Franklin, passed away unexpectedly on February 21, 2026, at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, Massachusetts. Born on January 28, 1959, Susan was the beloved daughter of the late Vincent J. O'Brien and Lois A. (LePauloue) O'Brien. She was a graduate of Franklin High School, Class of...

Feb 19, 2026

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Kathy Heylin, 76 of North Attleboro, Massachusetts passed away February 19th, 2026. Kathy was known for her witty nature and ability to make people laugh even at some of the most difficult times in life. She enjoyed simple things such as working in her yard in her younger years to coloring and listening to audio books later in...