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Obituaries | from page 19 Ruiloba of Holden, MA; her two daughters, Erika Keane and partner Richard McMahon M.D. of Milford, MA, Christine Gray and her husband John of Hudson, MA; her 5 adoring grandchildren, Rachel Cirame and her husband Nick of Tewksbury, MA, Ryan Keane of Milford, MA, Timothy Gray of Hudson, MA, Elena Gracia and husband Daniel, Isabel Vanasse all of Puerto Rico and her great grandchild Reibo Gracia. She also leaves her brother, Arthur Balthazar and his wife Loreen of Hudson, MA along with other relatives and friends.

Claire was a dedicated wife and caring mother and devoted her time to raising her wonderful children. In later years she welcomed her 5 grandchildren and cherished spending time with them including attending their many activities in youth sports. She was thrilled with the arrival of her great grandchild Reibo. In her spare time she enjoyed quilting and gardening or just being outdoors. Weekend getaways to her vacation cottage in North Sandwich, NH were always special. She leaves behind a legacy of unconditional love and support to her family and a caring spirit to all who loved and knew her.

The Tighe Hamilton Regional Funeral Home of Hudson assisted with arrangements.

Victor T. Varriale, 74

PALM COAST, FLA. - Victor T. Varriale, 74, passed away peacefully at his home in Palm Coast Florida on December 1, 2022. Vic was born on September 28, 1948, to the late Joseph and Lorraine Varriale of Sudbury MA.

He is survived by his wife, Karen Varriale of Palm Coast, FL, his son and his wife, Derek and Jennifer Varriale of Ashland MA, his daughter and her husband, Tracey and Bud Drummey of Holliston MA and his five grandchildren, Ashley and Sarah Varriale and Clare, Ailie and Willa Drummey. Vic is also survived by his brother Richard and his wife Pamela Varriale of Medway, his sister Elaine DeAngelis of Daytona Beach FL, his brother Paul and his wife Maria Varriale of Daytona Beach FL, his brother Peter and his wife Jennifer Varriale of Framingham MA, and his sister Anne and her husband Neil Zecker of Grafton MA, as well as several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother John in 1974.

Vic founded Westboro Jewelers on September 1, 1969, and Designer Jewelers in 1994.

A celebration of life will be held on a date to be decided in January.

John H. Vincent, 76

HUDSON - John H. “Treetop” Vincent, age 76, of Hudson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 17, 2022. He was the loving husband of Joan E. (Wilkie) Vincent.

John was born in Concord, Massachusetts on August 30, 1946, to the late John J. “Jack” and Ellen (Groneng) Vincent. He was raised and educated in Stow, graduating from Nashoba Regional High School class of 1965. Upon graduation, John enlisted in the United States Coast Guard and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. He was stationed on the USCG Yakutat as a Gunners mate 2nd class. John and Joan married on April 1, 1975, eventually settling in Hudson to raise their family together.

Treetop worked for several surrounding towns in the highway and tree departments, earning his beloved nickname while employed by Charter Tree Company. Treetop was hired by the Maynard DPW and ran Glenwood cemetery for thirty years, retiring in 2006.

Family was most important to Treetop and he cherished spending time with his five grandsons. He had a special relationship with each one of them. Several of his friends will remember how he colored his beard blue, for Autism Awareness, in honor of Brody. He used to say, “You’re only as old as you feel”. They kept him young, and he loved making them laugh, and joined in on their shenanigans.

Treetop loved hunting, especially his trips to Lake Champlain, and fishing. He also spent time making custom fishing rods, homemade lures and enjoyed reloading. He was a lifetime member of the Maynard Rod and Gun, where he shared his love of all thing’s sportsman with his daughters, and his grandson Cory. Treetop spent a lot of time cooking for the game suppers and various other events with the “Chowdaheads”. He was a true outdoorsman. In more recent years, he could be found spending his time at the VFW, and Amvets in Hudson, his presence will be missed by many.

Treetop is survived by his wife, Joan E. Vincent of Hudson MA; his daughters, Lisa E. Comeau and husband Steven C. of Hudson, MA; Cheryl A. O’Leary and husband Kevin N. of Fitchburg, MA; his brother, David Vincent and wife Helen of Shirley, MA, their daughters Sarah Davies, Catherine Lukas, and Elizabeth Roquoplo; his sister, Carol McPhee of Hudson, MA and her son Brian S. McPhee; his treasured grandsons, Cory R., and John E. Comeau; Keaghan J., Teague N., and Brody A. O’Leary; his Goddaughter, Marissa Leppamaki and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his infant grandson, Baby Boy O’Leary and nephew, William J. McPhee.

The Fowler-Kennedy Funeral Home, 42 Concord Street, Maynard assisted with arrangements.

Gloria M. Aspesi, 87

SOUTHBOROUGH/WEST DENNIS - Gloria M. Aspesi, 87, of Southborough and West Dennis, passed away on December 23, 2022, following a long illness. She was

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