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Audrey Davidson
Dec 25, 2025
On Christmas Day, after a morning filled with love, laughter, and the gentle magic of the holiday, Audrey Cecilia Collins Davidson passed away unexpectedly, surrounded by her family. She spent her final hours sharing gifts, joy, and togetherness with her daughter, granddaughter, and great-granddaughter.
Audrey is survived by her sister, Mary McCoy; her three children, Christopher (Lyn) Davidson of Milbury MA,...
Donna Marie Thibeault
Dec 24, 2025
Donna Marie Thibeault, born on May 6, 1965, in Waltham, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025. Donna was a beloved figure in her community and a cherished member of her family. Raised in Hudson from the age of five, she always considered it her true home. Donna's journey through life was marked by love, dedication, and selflessness.
A graduate...
William J. Howes
Dec 22, 2025
William J. Howes, affectionately known as Bill, passed away peacefully on December 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Born on April 7, 1933, in Concord, Massachusetts, Bill's life was a testament to dedication, service, and community spirit.
A proud graduate of Maynard High School, class of 1951, Bill's commitment to service extended beyond his education. He enlisted in the U.S....
Walter W. Darby
Dec 21, 2025
Walter W. Darby, born on November 9, 1964, in Waltham, MA, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was a cherished member of his family and community, leaving behind a legacy of love and hard work.
Walter served as a manager for several local CVS locations for many years, demonstrating his commitment to his career and...
Venance A. Caron
Dec 20, 2025
Venance A. Caron, 82, passed away peacefully at his residence on Saturday, December 20, 2025.
He was born on January 2, 1943, in Quebec, Canada. Venance lived a fulfilling life in Berlin for many years before settling in Hudson, where he resided for the past 32 years.
Venance was more than just a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather; he was a man...
Joseph D. Schrager
Dec 20, 2025
Joseph D. Schrager, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected member of his community, passed away on December 20, 2025, at the age of 85. Born on March 9, 1940, in New Waterford, Nova Scotia, Canada, Joseph spent his formative years in this quaint setting before moving to Hudson, Massachusetts, where he resided for the past 67 years.
Joseph's remarkable work...
Esther V. Folkes
Dec 19, 2025
Esther V. (Morrison) Folkes, 106, peacefully passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025, at Carlyle House in Framingham, MA.
She was born on May 10, 1919, in Brooklyn, New York to the late Joseph and Adele Morrison and moved with her family to Massachusetts in 1953. After raising her four sons, Esther worked in the service industry and settled at The...
Robert Russell
Dec 16, 2025
Robert (Bob) Russell, a cherished member of the community and a dedicated plumber, passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 64. Born on December 21, 1960, in Boston, MA, Bob was raised in Marlborough, MA, before spending many years in Hudson, MA, where he became well-known for his work.
Bob graduated from Saint John's High School in Shrewsbury,...
Joseph David Freitas
Dec 16, 2025
Joseph David Freitas, fondly known as “Bubba” passed away suddenly on December 16th. Bubba was raised in Marlborough but calls Sturbridge home. Joseph was predeceased by his loving Mother, Florence Freitas, and is survived by his three beautiful daughters, Alexis, Brooke, and Caitlyn. He was the youngest of 6, and leaves brothers John of Burlington, VT, Richard and Patricia Freitas...
Harold "Ted" Baker
Dec 15, 2025
Harold “Ted” Baker, 91, of Hudson, MA and former long time resident of Acton, MA, a beloved figure in his community, passed away peacefully at his residence on December 15, 2025, at the age of 91. Ted was born on June 5, 1934, on the Isle of Man, where he developed a deep pride for his Manx ethnicity that he...
Barbara R. Sawyer
Dec 15, 2025
Barbara R. Sawyer, 82, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 15, 2025, at the River Terrace Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center.
She was born March 7, 1943, in Marlborough, Massachusetts, to the late George and Ruth (Garcia) Blood and was a lifelong resident of Hudson. She was a graduate of Hudson Catholic High School, Class...
Alfred Joseph Perry Rio
Nov 29, 2025
Alfred Joseph Perry, Rio, 90, born on June 13, 1935, in Hudson, Massachusetts. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025 at Umass Memorial Medical Center, University Campus in Worcester, Massachusetts with his wife of 68 years, Maria Pinto Rio and his loving family surrounding him with their love.
Alfred's life was...
Geraldine Marie Balthazar
Nov 28, 2025
Geraldine Marie Balthazar, a cherished soul and beloved mother, sister, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 1, 1942, in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, Geraldine was raised on her family's farm, where the values of hard work and kindness were instilled in her from an early age.
Throughout her life, Geraldine was...
Paul M. Lively
Nov 24, 2025
Paul Michael Lively, 68, of Hudson, Massachusetts passed away peacefully at home late Monday evening, November 24th, 2025, after a courageous journey through a prolonged illness. He was a great guy and extremely observant, often the quiet one during conversation, but always had that one-liner that would make family and friends erupt in laughter. No one was safe!
Born in Hudson,...
Harrison M. Walker
Nov 18, 2025
Harrison M. Walker, 83, a resident of The Villages, FL. passed away on November 18, 2025 at Cornerstone Hospice in The Villages with his wife of 63 years, Lucille (Walsh) Walker and his three children, Kim, Ronny and Jerry by his side. Harry fought a courageous battle with Acute Myeloid Leukemia.Harry was born in Somerville, MA. on November 6, 1942...
Gregory B. Hatch
Nov 14, 2025
“A difficult life is not less worth living than a gentle one.” - Andrea Gibson
Gregory Benjamin Hatch, a cherished member of his family and community, was born on May 8, 1957, in Newton, MA. He passed away peacefully on November 14, 2025, at Marlborough Hospital, with his brother David, David’s partner Donna, his Uncle Rob, and Cousin Richie by his...
Nancy J. Shiffler Opp
Nov 13, 2025
Nancy Jean Shiffler Opp of Hudson, MA, passed away unexpectedly on November 13, 2025, at the age of 71 years old.
Nancy was born on September 15, 1954, in Pittsburgh, PA, to Richard Welty Shiffler and Olive Helms Shiffler (née Griffith). As the youngest of three children, she grew up revering her older brothers Rick and John. When Nancy was five...
Virginia A. Gibson
Nov 13, 2025
Virginia A. Gibson, a cherished mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully at her residence on November 13, 2025. Born on August 14, 1942, in Waltham, Massachusetts, Virginia was proud of her roots. In 1965, she and her husband Arthur J. Gibson moved to Hudson, where they raised their family and created a home filled with love and warmth.
Virginia...
Rosa B. Chaves
Nov 11, 2025
Rosa B. Chaves
Hudson — Rosa B. Chaves, 102, born on March 9, 1923, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. On that night the northern lights lit up the sky, and it felt like a heavenly sign that an angel had made her way home.
Known to everyone with affection as...
Daniel B. Talbot
Nov 7, 2025
Daniel Bryan Talbot, 80, a cherished husband, devoted family member, and passionate professional, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025, in Marlborough, MA with his family beside him.
Born on January 8, 1945, in Fort Morgan, Colorado, son to the late Leslie "Jerry" and Gladys (Wiederspan) Talbot. Daniel was a lifelong resident of Hudson, where he spent 47 years and moved...
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