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William Quiles Obituary

William Quiles, 78

Worcester - William Quiles, 78, passed away on Christmas Day, December 25, 2020 in Holy Trinity Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.

He leaves his wife Janis L. (Wrona) Quiles; two sons, Keith W. Quiles of Worcester and Michael L. Quiles and his wife Amanda of Rhode Island; two granddaughters, Kloe and Lillyan, three step grandchildren, Hailey, Emily and Anthony, two sisters, Consuelo Cruz of Auburn and Susanna Quiles Montalvo of Florida; two brothers, Manuel Quiles of Florida and Santos "Johnny" Quiles of Puerto Rico and several nieces and nephews here and in Puerto Rico. He was predeceased by a sister, Natividad. He was born in San Sebastian, Puerto Rico, a son of the late Santos Quiles Crespo and Juana Manuela Santiago Perez.

Mr. Quiles worked for more than 30 years for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Dept. of Mental Health and retired several years ago. He began his career as a social worker there and eventually became a case manager for the Department. He was a graduate of Atlantic Union College. He loved spending time with his family, children and grandchildren. William was an avid reader and enjoyed carpentry and playing solitaire and mahjong. He was a boxer when he was younger. The Quiles family wishes to thank Melissa and the staff at Holy Trinity Nursing & Rehab Center for the care giving to William.

The funeral service for William will be private. Burial will be in Worcester County Memorial Park, Paxton. DIRSA – MORIN FUNERAL HOME, 298 Grafton Street is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Dec. 29 to Dec. 30, 2020.

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Priscila

August 14, 2025

I just found out about Bill's passing. I had the pleasure of working with him while working in the residential setting. He was a true advocate and friend. You will be missed.

Jaimee

June 5, 2021

I just found out the news .. My heart is broken .. .. He was such a great man ! So many memories.. You will definitely be missed by so many !

Carmen & Wally

December 31, 2020

Mis Mas sentido pesame para toda la familia.Lo vamos a Extranar y siempre va a estar en nuestros corazones.

Gladys Rodriguez-Parker

December 30, 2020

Que Descanse en Paz abrazos mi pesame a su familia.

fred koza

December 30, 2020

good friend took bill flying we went for breakfast diffrent air ports great

Judge Luis G Perez

December 30, 2020

My condolences to the Quiles family. He was an outstanding caring person. He loved working with the most vulnerable persons. May he Rest In Peace

Lisa bonin

December 30, 2020

God has gained another angel. Prayers to his family

Maritza, Victor & Andreina

December 29, 2020

Our Deepest condolences to the family. Quiles was like our father, he will forever be in our hearts.

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