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VILMA HENDERSON Obituary

HENDERSON, Vilma C. Age 95, of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at home with her family by her side. Beloved wife of 67 years to William A. Henderson. Loving mother to David and his wife Carla of Mamaronek, NY, and to Nancy of Westborough. Cherished "Noni" to her five grandchildren, Nicole, Lauren, Julia, Andrew and William. Vilma was predeceased by her parents, Federico and Marina (Mazzaschi) Castignoli, and brother, Elio Castignoli. Vilma was born and raised in Somerville, MA, and was a graduate of Somerville High School. She met the love of her life, "Bill", whileworking at Mass Bonding in Boston, which later became Hanover Insurance. They moved from Needham, MA to Chatham, NJ and lived there until finally settling in Westborough, MA in 1970 to raise their family. She worked at the Fales Elementary School as a lunch aide for many years, but her primary role was as a loving homemaker dedicated to all things family. She was a communicant of St. Luke the Evangelist Church, a member of the Women of St. Luke's and of the Martha's and Mary's and also a former Cub Scout Den Mother. Her Italian heritage served her well as she leaves behind a legacy of phenomenal cooking and baking. She also enjoyed sewing, knitting and gardening. She spent time every summer in Falmouth on Cape Cod, but most of all she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Due to Covid-19, Funeral Services and burial will be private. A Celebration of Vilma's Life will be held at a later date when we are able to come together and gather. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that charitable contributions be made to: St. Luke the Evangelist Church Memorial Fund, 70 West Main St., Westborough, MA 01581.

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 21 to Nov. 22, 2020.

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Kevin Nolan

November 28, 2020

Please except my sincere condolences.

Bill and Sue Dangora

November 23, 2020

Vilma was such a kind, loving and considerate woman. It was always a pleasure to be in her company and we feel blessed to have had her in our lives. Rest easy Vilma; you made the world a better place.
Love always,
Bill and Sue Dangora

William Dangora

November 23, 2020

Vilma was such a kind, loving, considerate person. I feel so fortunate to have had her grace my life. Rest in peace Vilma. Love, Bill and Sue Dangora

William Dangora

November 23, 2020

Vilma was such a kind, loving, considerate person. I feel so fortunate to have had her grace my life. Rest in peace Vilma. Love, Bill Dangora

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