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Sheila Groccia Obituary
Worcester - Sheila Ann (Schwartz) Groccia, 75 of Worcester passed away peacefully Sunday, January 31st, 2021.
Born in Ayer, on June 24, 1945, Sheila was the daughter of Max and Mary (Daley) Schwartz. She moved to the Worcester area in 1970, met the "love of her life" Gerald "Jerry" Groccia. They married on June 27, 1971. Sheila was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, raising her family with love and devotion. Sheila treasured her family especially her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren; She embraced every moment she had with them. She was always there whenever her family needed her. No questions asked. Sheila worked more than 20 years for the University of Massachusetts Medical school as a Pharmacy Tech before retiring in 2001.
Sheila is survived by her husband Jerry with whom she would have celebrated 50 years of marriage this coming June 27th; her three children, Gerald "Jerry" Groccia, and his partner Amy Flagg, and Michael Groccia all of Worcester, Julie Groccia and her partner Carlos Villamarin of Paxton; 12 grandchildren, Carla, Christopher, Brittany, Tiffany, Angelina, Jessica, Kaleigh, Katie, Michael, Vincent, Olivia and Heather; 11 great grandchildren; two sisters, Sylvia Bohanek of Shrewsbury, Gail Cohen and her husband Fred of Worcester; four sisters in law, Ducky Moroski, Bea Artuso, Chris Groccia and Betty Cameron; Many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Three brothers, Frank, Melvin, and Bruce Schwartz, and three sisters, Lillian Ruth Comstock, Joan Orlando and Nancy Keesler all predeceased her.
Sheila had a vivacious personality and always made people around her laugh. She made friends easily everywhere she went. Besides spending time with her family, she loved shopping, browsing Facebook, and outings to the local casinos. Although our hearts are heavy, we celebrate her life and find comfort that she is in heaven watching over us. Sheila will be forever remembered for her beautiful smile, gentle eyes, caring heart, loving embrace, and unconditional love.
Due to COVID restrictions and out an abundance of caution, a celebration of Sheila's life will be held at a later date. THE MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.
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Patricia Masten
January 31, 2026
Another year.....Thinking of all of you. Pattie and Karen.
Patricia Masten
January 31, 2022
A year already!!! Our hearts are with you....Love Pattie and Karen.
Mary .E Zons
March 2, 2021
So very sorry for your loss. Such a lovin lady! Love, Mart
Donald & Laurie Keesler
February 13, 2021
So sorry Uncle Jerry for your loss, Aunt Sheila will be missed by everyone she touched! Sheila was a great aunt, mom, grandmother and friend to her wonderful family. I always loved to visit with Sheila, because of her strong commitments to her family and opinions, she would always tell you how she felt. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family!
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Joseph Palermo
February 12, 2021
Jerry Sr. and the Groccia family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
It was a pleasure knowing and working with you both all those years at Umass.
Please except my deepest sympathy.
Joe Palermo
Sheila Conrad
February 9, 2021
My condolences to the family. I'm so sorry for your loss
Walter Evanowski
February 9, 2021
Dear Jerry & Family,
So sorry to learn of Sheila's passing.
My sincere sympathy to you and your family during this most difficult time.
Warmest regards,
Walter Evanowski
North American Insurance Agency, Inc.
Mary E Kasputis
February 9, 2021
To the entire Groccia family I'm so sorry for your loss. Sheila was a fantastic woman who loved you all so much. She was always so kind to me and my kids. I will miss our chats and her kind and wonderful comments on Facebook. I hope her memories can help you through the weeks and months ahead.
Mark Toomy
February 8, 2021
Our sincere condolences to Jerry and his entire family. Thinking of you all. Mark & Karen
Sal Degon
February 8, 2021
To Jerry and the entire Groccia family, so sorry for your loss. I will remember Sheila in my prayers.
Paula Pietro-Malmquist
February 7, 2021
To Sheila's wonderful husband,her beautiful children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, I am so sorry for the passing of such an amazing lady. Sheila was one in a million! She treated everyone with open arms and had the biggest heart. She was always there for her family. I had many wonderful talks with Sheila and they were always about her family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Hold on to your beautiful memories. Rest in the sweetest peace my friend you will be missed.. Love Mrs. Malmquist xxoo
Sharon Durno
February 7, 2021
Sending my heartfelt condolences to the family. Sheila was always so kind to me and my family. I know she will be greatly missed. Peace be with you.
June and John nuzzolilo
February 7, 2021
So sorry for your loss. She was great to be around. Our prayers are with you all.
Patty Falank
February 7, 2021
Aunt Sheila loved her family a great deal and would do anything for anyone of them. Always enjoyed are visits to Massachusetts with her and her family. You will be missed great lady, rest easy now and know we will always love you and miss you, Love -Jim and Patty Falank
Mary Paldino Heckman
February 7, 2021
Uncle Jerry, Jerry, Michael, Julie and Family,
My deepest condolences to all of you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Auntie Sheila was one of a kind. She had a heart of gold. Her love of family and friends overflowed. She was kind and caring. She welcomed everyone into her home. So many memories sitting around the kitchen table. Always with food and conversation.
I will remember her with love always. So many memories. My heart hurts. She will be so very missed.
Rest in Sweet Peace Auntie Sheila.
Love always,
Mary Paldino Heckman
Lori and Eric Samuelson
February 7, 2021
I'm so sorry. Sheila was everyone's rock and she will be missed more than words. I loved her and I know Uncle Jerry, her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren will miss her great conversation, solid advice, loving hugs and sweet smile. You will all have an angel watching over you. Very special lady.....xxxooo
Carol Feinberg. Prattt
February 7, 2021
My heart goes out to to whole family,I remember going to their house in high school. With Silvia A very happy family. My prayer are will you all.
Barbara & Gary Morris
February 7, 2021
Dear Jerry and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Sheila was such a kind and caring person, she will surely be missed. May God bless you and see you through this very difficult time.
Tom & Pat Belezarian
February 7, 2021
Sylvia & Groccia Family:
Sorry to hear of Sheila's passing. Prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.
Robert Ginisi
February 7, 2021
So sorry aunt shelia Rest In Peace sending prayers to all of her family
Karen Taraska
February 6, 2021
To Jerry and everyone you love.....Karen Taraska and Pattie Masten send the deepest of sympathy for such heartbreaking loss...Love
Brenda Comstock
February 6, 2021
we were so happy to have had a chance to meet Sheila and the whole gang at the family reunion. It is unfortunate that time we had was so short. Sheila was warm, welcoming, kind and just wonderful to talk with. My heart goes out to those close to her. She will be missed by all.
John Fresolo
February 6, 2021
My sincere condolences to Jerry & family.
Sheila was a good and loyal friend to me...
May her soul RIP.
Sincerely,
John Fresolo
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