WORCESTER – Victor M Rodela Jr., 55 of Merrick Street, peacefully passed away at UMass Memorial Medical Center on December 5th, 2025.
He is lovingly remembered his mother, Judith Spence, and his brother, Joseph, both residing in Southbridge.
Victor was born to Victor Rodela Sr. and Judith (Kowalski) Spence in Chitose, Japan. He completed his high school education and dedicated many years of his career to working in the shipping and receiving department at UPS in Portland, Oregon.
As a cherished member of the Notre Dame Church of St. John Paul II Parish in Southbridge, Victor began his journey in faith as an altar boy. He had a passion for sports, excelling as an athlete and enjoying both football and baseball during his time in Portland.
Victor’s spirit will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
In accordance with the family's wishes, services for Victor will be private. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Belanger Bullard Funeral Home at 51 Marcy Street in Southbridge.
An online guestbook and tribute video will be available at www.BelangerFuneralHome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
51 Marcy Street, Southbridge, MA 01550-1862

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