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Lisa Marek Obituary

Lisa M. (Lajoie) Marek, 47, of Worcester, and formerly of West Boylston and Sterling, died Monday, March 24, 2008 at St. Vincent Hospital after a short illness surrounded by her loving family.

Her husband, Chester B. Marek II, died in 1995. She leaves a son, Chester B. Marek III and his fiancée Heather N. Landry; a daughter, Angela Lee Marek, a grandson, Chester L. Marek, all of Worcester; her parents, Ray and Coralie "Coco" (Guertin) Lajoie of Northbridge; a brother John M and his wife Susan J. Lajoie of Sterling; a sister Lynn M. and her husband Timothy C. Ellsworth of Oxford; a nephew Jason M. Lajoie, and four nieces: Jessica L. and Jackie Lajoie, and Chelsea M. and Elizabeth "Libby" Ellsworth. Her sister, Lori Ann Lajoie died in 2001.

Lisa was born in Worcester, and attended West Boylston High School and Johnson & Wales College in Rhode Island.

Lisa was a kind and loving wife and mother, and a wonderful daughter and sister, who loved life and the seashore.

Lisa's family is most grateful to the doctors and nurses at St. Vincent Hospital, especially in the critical care unit, for their compassionate care of Lisa.

Calling hours at the Athy Memorial Home, 111 Lancaster St., Worcester, are Wednesday, March 26 from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be Thursday, March 27th from the funeral home with a Mass at 10 a.m. in St. Paul's Cathedral, 38 High St., Worcester. Burial in High Plains Cemetery, Oakdale, will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Lisa's memory are suggested to the Seven Hills Foundation, 81 Hope Ave., Worcester 01603.

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

Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Mar. 26, 2008.

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Debbie Perrone

March 20, 2024

Lisa I shall never forget you!!! I will always have a part of you with me alway! And your family too.... blessings and love!!!

Ann Mitchell

March 29, 2008

Dear Family,
Our thoughts, prayers and support are with you all at this time of sorrow. We love you all.

Michelle Roy

March 28, 2008

To Chet and Angela,
My heart weighs heavy for the two of you. I know your Mother is finally at peace and know that your memories of her will live on forever in your hearts. I will always be there for the two of you and you can count on that.
Many thanks to all of our friends and family members for their love and support during this time of sorrow.
Love,
Auntie Michelle and Uncle Bill

Lynn Ellsworth

March 28, 2008

Lisa,
You are finally at peace!!!You were loved very much.........Mom and Dad you both are Towers of strength......Lisa was lucky to have you both as parents.....John, You are and were an outstanding brother!! Love to you all....
Lynn and Family

Sherri Cumpston

March 28, 2008

Dear Family
There aren't many words one can say at this time of sorrow. Knowing that my love, my thoughts, and my prayers are with each of you will somehow comfort you. Love, Sherri

Kathy Ariana and Jaylin

March 27, 2008

Angie and family, Your Mom was such a nice person. She would help out anyone in need!! May she rest in peace. From your former neighbors on Whitney st.

Coralie Lajoie

March 27, 2008

Dear Friends & Family,
There aren't enough words to express the outpouring of love that you have given to Ray and I during this most difficult of times. Special thanks to our son John and family, to our daughter Lynn and family and to my sister Michelle and her husband Bill for their undying love and support. I know Lisa is at peace and is the Lord's hands. She will be in our hearts forever.

Jason Lajoie

March 27, 2008

My thoughts an prayers were with you all today. Aunt Lisa was a wonderful person an I will miss her greatly.

Love,
Jason

John Lajoie

March 27, 2008

To all the friends, family, and loved ones who offered kind and thoughtful words and prayers during this difficult time, we are eternally grateful. Lisa is with at peace with our Lord and we all will miss her dearly.On behalf of the Lajoie Family, we thank you very much.

Joe & Joyce Mcgillicuddy

March 27, 2008

TO THE LAJOIE & MAREK FAMILY ------WE WANT TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES TO YOU ALL IN THIS TIME OF SUCH SORROW.WE TRULY LOVE YOU ALL.

Kellie Honeycutt and Crew

March 27, 2008

Mondo, Coco, and family,
May Lisa finally rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this very difficult time. We love and miss you all.

Catherine, Joe and Ashley Olen

March 27, 2008

Dear John, Sue and Family: I am so sorry to hear of Lisa. My God at such a young age. Our age. It's a devastating thing.. I know your heartache as we just went through the same thing with my own sister. We will all never understand the why and how this happens so quickly. From myself, Joe and Ashley may God bless you and know Lisa is at peace in God's hands. Our deepest sympathies to you and your loved ones.

Joanne Wallace

March 27, 2008

Coco, Ray, and Family Please know my love and prayers are with you. God bless you always and give you strength once again to bear this loss.
Always in my prayers, Joanne

Kerry & Barb

March 26, 2008

For John & his entire family,

With heartfelt sympathy, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kim, Dustin, Ryan & Sean Fedei

March 26, 2008

Aunt Coco, Uncle Ray, CB, Angela & family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Although we did not know Lisa well, we are saddend by her passing. I know she is at peace in God's hands. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Lisa Brown

March 26, 2008

To the Lajoie & Marek Families,
My deepest sympathy to each of you at this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts & prayers.

Jessica Francis

March 26, 2008

Chet, Heather, Chetty, Angie, & Family
I am soo sorry for your loss! If you need anything, a shoulder to cry on or someone to talk to call me.

JO ANNE bULLOCK

March 26, 2008

To Ray and Coco and family
I am so sorry to read of Lisa's passing. She is in good hands with God. You are in my prayers at this sad time.
Love JoAnne Bullock

Janet Flood

March 26, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your memories with her will see you though this trying time.

Elizabeth McKeon

March 26, 2008

Dear LaJoie family,
My deepest condolences are with you. Lisa was always so full life and laughter. Spring just won't bloom quite as bright knowing she is no longer with us. Please know you're in my prayers. Sincerly, Liz McKeon

Linda Miles

March 26, 2008

I wish to express my deepest sympathies for your loss. No one can ever replace the memories of a daughter and sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

March 26, 2008

TO CHET & ANGELA- Our deepest condolences to you all. we were so sorry to hear about your mother. Take care of each other-our prayers are with you. Love The Ciociolo's--lAunt Lena, Donna & Gary.....

Tina & Sean Mikeal

March 26, 2008

To the Lajoie and Marek Family: Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear about Lisa, we had many laughs at your home in West Boylston. Luv, Tina & Sean

Susan Dagg

March 26, 2008

Dear Family,
We are saddened at the lost of one so precious. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Lisa is forever at peace and in His Loving care. Our love to all , Aunt Susan, & Uncle Bob

Cheryl Alderman( I work with Michelle Roy)

March 26, 2008

I would like to extend my sympathy to your whole family. My thoughts & prayers are with you during this very sad time.
Sincerely,

Agnes Lyons

March 26, 2008

Ray, Coco and family my deepest condolances on Lisa's passing. I will remember you all in my prayers. Agnes

Paul & Althea Trottier

March 26, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Debbie Perrone

March 26, 2008

Lisa ohhsaaa! You made me laugh and I made you laugh! I will miss you dearly, My Prayers are with you always. I am here when ever you need me.Love Debbie

Sharon Livsey

March 26, 2008

Chet and Heather,
I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with both of you and baby Chet.

Susan Couillard

March 26, 2008

To Coco & Ray,
My deepest sympathy for the loss of your daughter. She rests in Gods good grace & is forever at peace.

Love, Sue Couillard

Michele Miller

March 26, 2008

To John, Susan, Jason, Jess and Jackie and the rest of the Lajoie and Marek family,

So sorry to hear about your loss.

May Lisa's memories always remain alive in your hearts.

The Miller family ~ Michele, Ken, Alyssa and Nevin

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