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Gunnlaug Magnusson Obituary
Leicester - Gunnlaug "Gulla" Magnusson, 87, passed away on Thursday, February 8, 2018 in UMASS Memorial Medical Center- University Campus. She leaves two sons- Thomas Trepanier and his wife Evelyn Trepanier of Worcester and Edward Trepanier and his wife Becki Vinlove of Auburndale,Florida; son in law Michael Heighton.grandchildren- Joseph Trepanier and wife Patti, Tim Trepanier and wife Lauren , Rachel LaCroix and husband Paul , Thomas Jr, Mark and Luz Trepanier; 4 great-grandchildren- Zoey Millet, Edward, Jace,Mathew Trepanier a brother Ingibergur Magnusson Baldvinsson Sr. and wife Edel of Norway and nephew Ingibergur Jr, Gunnlaug Reynir Baldvinsson and more extended family in Europe. She was predeceased by daughter Anita Heighton and three brothers;Jon Baldvinsson ,Ulrik and Sigudur Jonsson.
Gulla was born in Reykjavik, Iceland, daughter of the late Ragnar and Sigriour (Jonsdottir) Helgason. She graduated from the Royal Conservatory in Copenhagen, Denmark and worked for many years as a receptionist in a dental office.She was a piano teacher through her life. She was a member of Vasa Nordic Lodge 611. She enjoyed music, playing piano, an advocate for dental hygiene.
A calling hour will be held on Friday, February 16, 2018 from 4-5 p.m. in Nordgren Funeral Home 300 Lincoln St. Worcester. A memorial service will follow at 5:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gulla's name may be made to Vasa Nordic Lodge 611. For directions or to leave an online condolence message, please visit
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Bridget Clark
February 14, 2018
I was lucky to have been adopted as a 'grandaughter' of Gulla after the passing of her best friend, and my nana, 12 years ago. She was always cheerful, and had an intense passion for all things music.She unsuccessfully tried to teach me how to play piano, but was always proud of my other musical abilities and my art. Words cannot describe how much she meant to me and how dearly she will be missed. RIP Gulla
Our friend and teacher
Dawn Stafford
February 12, 2018
So saddened to hear this news. Our family met Gulla years ago when my daughter took piano lessons from her and we have kept in touch through the years. I feel so lucky to have known her. She was unique and unusual in all the best ways. I will remember her as always teaching whether it be music or life lessons or a combination of both. I am so happy for the time we spent with her as it is not often you find such an individual that adds so much to your life. She will be greatly missed by our family.
Susan denesha
February 12, 2018
Our family is heartbroken with the loss of our dear friend Gulla. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Magnusson -Trepanier family.
Friends forever
The Denesha Family
Susan denesha
February 12, 2018
Our family is heartbroken with the loss of our dear friend Gulla. All our thoughts and prays for the Magnusson- Trepanier family.
friends forever
The Denesha family
Eric Salomonsson
February 10, 2018
Wonderful, generous, vivacious, and always young at heart. I have many wonderful memories of Gulla, especially of her and her music-that was her life. She could always light up a room.
Sov i ro kära Gulla. Må Guds välsignelse alltid följa dig.
Carol Carter
February 10, 2018
So enjoyed talking to this happy lady. Met Gulla at Nordic Lodge. Fun person - always looked beautiful. So sorry to hear about her passing.
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