Chichen Yao

Chichen Yao

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Aug

23

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Kelly Cremation & Funeral Care

154 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605

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Chichen Yao Obituary

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MARLBOROUGH - Chichen Yao, at age of 79, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2025, in Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center located in Boston, Massachusetts.

She is survived by her husband, Li Tong Yao; three sons, Bruce Yao, Tony Yao and Albert Yao; three grandchildren, and three daughters-in-law

A private family service will be held on Saturday, August 23, 2025, 11am in the morning at Kelly Cremation & Funeral Care, 154 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605.

Mom, you are at peace now but your love remains with us. We are eternally grateful for having you as our mother.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Kelly Cremation & Funeral Care - Worcester

154 Lincoln St, Worcester, MA 01605

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Upcoming Events

Aug

23

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Kelly Cremation & Funeral Care

154 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605

Send Flowers

Only 12 hours left for delivery to next service.