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Jeffrey Means Obituary
Dudley - Mr. Jeffrey A. Means, of Dudley, died Thursday, August 30th, 2012 in The Wachusett Extended Care Facility with his family and friends gathered by his side. He was 48.
Jeffrey was born on June 10, 1964 in Worcester a son of the late Dale E. and Vitella A. (Prokopovich) Means. Raised and educated in Shrewsbury, he graduated from Shrewsbury High School, class of 1983. He studied at Framingham State College.
He most recently worked as a security guard at Assumption College in Worcester where he had been employed for over 6 years. He loved his work at Assumption and was an integral part of its community.
His interests included sports cars and a love for NASCAR. Jeff, lovingly known as "Flathead" was a member of the Hartwell Motorsports Team that races at Thomson Speedway. Jeff also enjoyed planes in all sizes and enjoyed building small model airplanes. "Fly like a bird to the Lord, my soul. I want to soar like an eagle. Though I may journey far away from home, I know I'll never be alone." We trust that Jeff is now rejoined with his parents and loved ones that have gone before him.
A word of thanks to the 9th floor team at Spaulding Rehabilitation in Boston and to Wachusett Extended Care Facility for the care and support given to Jeff. His family will remain eternally grateful.
Jeff kept active swimming and treasured his time at the beach. He appreciated nature and stargazing. He also enjoyed drawing and painting.
He leaves his siblings, Dolores "Dolly" James and husband, Valentine Bal of Jacksonville, Florida, Jean Roy and husband, Dennis, of Largo, Florida, Dale E. Means Jr. "Sonny" and wife, Jane of Folsom, California, Margery "Marge" Mellentine and husband, Chuck, of Sunnyvale, California, Joyce "Joy" Glynn and husband, John, of Dudley, Robert "Bobby" Means and wife, Sheryl, of E. Brookfield and James "Jimmy" Means and wife, Anita, of Holden; many uncles, aunts, nieces and nephews, a host of friends and the entire Assumption Community.
Family and friends will honor and remember Jeff's life by gathering for calling hours on Friday, September 7th from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m at Heald & Chiampa Funeral Directors ~ The Sumner House, 5 Church Road, On the Common, Shrewsbury Center, before walking in procession to The First Congregational Church, 19 Church Road, Shrewsbury where his Funeral Service will be held at 2 p.m. Burial will follow in Mountain View Cemetery.
Honor Jeff's memory with a contribution to: Resident Council Fund, c/o Wachusett Extended Care 56 Boyden Road, Holden MA 01520 or a charity of your choice.
To view Jeff's on-line tribute, share a memory or offer a condolence please visit
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey Means
Mullins, SC
August 26, 2023
My Brother in law , I miss you!! Not a day goes by that I don't think about you. I miss you coming over and having a "guest beer" Someday we will meet again!
Maria Bowden
August 26, 2023
Jeff your still thought of you often, I love when I get memories on my Facebook of all my cookout´s I used yo have and your in them. Jeff you were a blast yo hang out, I miss your humor. Till we meet again my friend. RIP
Jeff st.pierre
August 25, 2023
Surely my best Growing up I miss you. I still look at your picture almost every day... I'll see you someday jeff
The Tower Family
September 6, 2012
Dear Joy and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We know how much Jeff meant to you and your family.
Much love to you all as you rememer your brother and uncle.
Budweiser Girls
September 6, 2012
We'll miss your smiling face. Rest in peace.
September 6, 2012
Jimmy and Anita
I was devastated to hear about Jeff, so young and full of life. My sincere condolences to the Means family.
Vanessa
Gerry Boucher
September 6, 2012
As a student at Assumption, I would sometimes pull over at the entrance so I could talk to Jeff about his cars, or any such thing. He was the nicest guy, and I miss him every time I go to a class. RIP, Jeff, and may God bless you, your family, and all of your friends.
Janine and Paul Brueggemann
September 6, 2012
Anita, Jimmy, and the Means family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Carley Ceppetelli
September 6, 2012
Flathead...I will never forget all those Mustang stories! You will be greatly missed my friend.
September 5, 2012
He always had a smiling face, and truly made everyone feel welcome. My thoughts and prayers are with the Means family.
Maria Bowden
September 5, 2012
To the Means Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad that I was able to hang out with Jeff over the past couple years after not seeing each other for so long. We have some good memories together....I still love your mustang...Jeff we will all miss you so much. Your smile will light up the heavens.....RIP, till we meet again....
Alan & Jennifer Horstman
September 4, 2012
To Jimmy & Anita who no doubt come from a good family, sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Jen & Al
Ken and Edris Tracy
September 4, 2012
Our thoughts are with your family at this time. May he rest in peace..
Dave Schulze
September 4, 2012
Jeff was always fun as me and Jim grew up. He kept us smiling.As we all go out in this world and loose contact with each other a person with Jeff's qualities will surely be missed by all who ever knew him.
September 4, 2012
RIP friend, I sure will miss your smiling face. Your now soaring with the angels- watch over the crew and all your loved ones- you will never be forgotten.
Chuck Mistretta
September 4, 2012
My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers at this time of great loss
Carol Manzi
September 4, 2012
Anita and Means Family,
so sorry to hear about your loss.
your in my thoughts and prayers.
September 4, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
bill morton
September 4, 2012
Rest in peace Jeff,you were a great guy.God bless.
Ed & LuAnn Kelly
September 3, 2012
LuAnn and I will always remember singing Kareoke with you Jeff, especially the Blues Brothers song you loved. We also enjoyed working with you at Bayer Motors. Our prayers are with the Means Family.
Jeff & Bryn Hartwell
September 3, 2012
Flathead,We miss you at the garage,Racetrack and the clubhouse. Racing will never be quite the same without you on the warwagon.We had more laughs over the years and we cheris everyone of them. "Be smooth and hit your marks buddy" Our prayers are with the entire Means clan.
Joanne & Buzz Sheldon
September 2, 2012
The Means' Family
Jane and Dale,
Cherish your memories always of Jeff. Our prayers are with you in this most difficult time.
Love,
Joanne and Buzz
Michael Zorge
September 2, 2012
I have many memories of growing up and living next door in Shrewsbury, of which I will never forget,God bless you Jeff
Barbara & Jim Calorio
September 1, 2012
Dale & Jane and the Means family
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our sympathy goes out to all of you.
Barbara & Jim
Kim Nelson-Teixeira
September 1, 2012
Dear Jimmy and family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. May the love of family and friends help get you through this difficut time. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal"
September 1, 2012
Jeff was such a sweet guy...always smiling!
Michelle Tully
September 1, 2012
Jimmy, Anita and all of the Means family, my heartfelt condolences to all of you. I light this candle as Jeff will always be a bright spot in your lives. Hugs and prayers.
Jeanette James LaRue
September 1, 2012
Don't be sad because you're saying goodbye, you should be happy because you have memories with them that you'll cherish forever.
You will be missed Uncle Jeff!
September 1, 2012
jeff~truly one the best of all time.we had many a good talks about nascar.never forget to the "the joker" at halloween one year.you will be missed.peace to your family.
sully and leslie
Franklyn Jones
September 1, 2012
To the entire Means Family I express my deepest condolences. I spent many a night in the cellar working on model aircraft with Dale Sr. and Sonny , not to mention all the contests you managed to fine room for me to go with you. A truly Honorable Family with the "Old Country Values" of always helping others. It is a sad day that Jeff has departed this Earthly place but he will be back in the company of the Family in Heaven. God Speed Jeff , and again my deepest condolences to the Entire Means Family.
Retired Ptl. Oxford P.D.
andy sjostedt
September 1, 2012
our deepest condolences to the means family.
Laurie Piper
September 1, 2012
Jeff, there will always be a special place in my heart for you. You were a kind man with a loving heart and a gentle soul. May God Bless You and Keep You.
Alicia Ciari
September 1, 2012
Lighting this candle in memory of you Uncle Jeff, Love Ya Man!
Alicia Ciari
August 31, 2012
Uncle Jeff, so many fun and great memories of you, a great guy with a sweet soul. You will be greatly missed, loved by many and you'll be forever in our hearts! God bless and rest in peace ? "Love Ya Man!"
Cliff & Pat Hager
August 31, 2012
To Jeff Means family....Cliff & I would like to express our sympathy to you. Please know you will be in our prayers.
Randy Belculfine
August 31, 2012
Jeff, I'll always remember that you always seem to smile regardless of the circumstances. Truly our loss and God's gain. Fly with angels my friend.
jeff st pierre
August 31, 2012
Jeff you are and you always will be my life long friend, we had the best of times growing up, for that I thank you.
August 31, 2012
I will never forget the many treasured memories on Spruce St while growing up and making memories...you will always be a part of my childhood....
Wendy Bowles Hodgerney
Marlene Bush
August 31, 2012
I am gonna Miss you Jeff~ May you rest in Peace! Love you!!
Rich Zolla
August 31, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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