HOPKINTON - Phillip Gradie, 85, passed away peacefully at home on August 28, 2024, surrounded by his wife and daughters. He was the beloved husband of Grace (Giardana) Gradie, to whom he was married for 61 years.
Rose Crettien, 74, of Hopkinton, MA, passed away on August 25th, surrounded by her loving family after a decade-long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Carolyn Ann Aurilio, 87, of Ashland and formerly of Natick, Hopkinton, and Holliston, passed away on August 8, 2024, with her family at her bedside. Born in Nyack, New York, she was the daughter of the late Ola (Coppins) and Thomas Bedner. She was the wife of 47 years to the late Michael Aurilio.
Roland Joseph Bachman, a Massachusetts resident since 1984, passed away on July 6, 2024, in Providence, RI. Born in Illinois, Joe served in Vietnam, later moving to Massachusetts and starting a carpentry business. He is survived by his wife Jennifer, two sons, four grandchildren, and his dog Ziggy.
Irving H. Titus, 91, of Hopkinton, passed away at home on June 29, 2024. Born in Nova Scotia, he moved to Hopkinton in the 1950s and retired in the 1990s. Survived by daughters Deborah and Darlene, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, he was a devoted family man and loved by many.
Nancy Ann Bozyczko, 72, of Hopkinton, passed away on June 24, 2024. She was known for her deep family devotion and love of cooking. Survived by her husband Frank, children, grandchildren, and brother, Nancy will be remembered for her warmth and lasting impact on those who knew her.
Carol Ann (Porrazzo) Zani, aged 80 of Uxbridge, passed away peacefully at Milford Regional Medical Center on June 22, 2024, after a recent illness. Born in Framingham, she lived in Hopkinton and was deeply involved in her community and church. She is survived by her four daughters and grandchildren.
The results of the herbicide treatment have been nothing short of remarkable. The invasive plant species have been substantially reduced, leading to a dramatic improvement in the lake's water clarity and overall health. Boating enthusiasts and anglers have reported a resurgence in their favorite activities, and the lake's aesthetic appeal has been restored, enhancing its role as a community gathering spot.
Twenty-two years ago today the United States was struck by unspeakable tragedy. It is a moment seared into our collective memory. In the days that followed there were many flags and signs that read "NEVER FORGET", but they seem superfluous now; we could never forget, even if we wanted to.
In this video you'll hear stories from that day told by people from Hopkinton, the Metrowest region, and abroad. Nothing would ever be the same, and we will never forget.