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Obituaries

Kathleen L. MacLennan, 99

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Kathleen L. MacLennan, 99, of Hopkinton, passed away at her home on Sunday, August 14, 2022. Born in Enid, Oklahoma, she was the daughter of the late Maybelle (Lee) Smith and Donald King. She was the wife of the late Norman Murray MacLennan.

Kathleen had a passion for quilting. She was a member of the Hopkinton Senior Center’s quilting club and the Marathon Quilters Guild. She was also a member of the Eastern Star.

Kathaleen "Bette" (Burr) Oehley, 97

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Kathaleen "Bette" (Burr) Oehley, 97, died Tuesday, August 9, 2022, at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center in Westborough. She was the wife of the late Donald Oehley to whom she was married for 47 years. She was the daughter of the late Frank Burr and Kathleen (Frizzell) Burr.

Born at just 3 pounds, on the family farm in Southborough, Bette was not expected to survive. Bette grew up on Dairy farms and was the first female milk delivery person for Sunshine Dairy, via horse & wagon.

Jake A. Pizette, 28

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Jake A. Pizette, 28, of Hopkinton, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2022. Born in Framingham, he was the son of Lynne C. (Pizette) Boisvert and her husband, Normand “Joe” Boisvert of Hopkinton.

In his younger years, Jake enjoyed horseback riding every summer and taking art classes at Danforth Museum in Framingham. Jake was very creative. He continued his art in many forms and explored various mediums over the years, including canvas and t-shirts. His dream was to go to California and make a name for himself. He was a big dreamer, he loved music and movies.

Diane Hakansson, 71

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HOPKINTON - It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing of Diane Hakansson, 71, of Hopkinton, at the Mary Morse Rest Home on June 23, 2022. By her side, until the time of her death, were her beloved children, Kristina and Jay Hakansson.

Many a heart is sore in mourning today. We are consoled however by the gift that was her life.

James Murin, 78

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James Murin, 78, died Wednesday, June 21, 2022 at UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester. He was the husband of Maria Margarida A. Lopes-Murin to whom he was married for 33 years and lovingly called Maggie. Born in Worcester, he was the son of the late Henry and Alfreda (Petka) Murin.

Kevin Michael Power, 54

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Kevin Michael Power, 54, of Hopkinton, passed away at Mass General Hospital in Boston after a courageous battle with cancer. Kevin was the husband of Kerry (Williams) Power, with whom he celebrated 30 years of marriage in October. He was the devoted father to Michael C. Power, Brittany J. Power, and Alexandria E. Power, all of Hopkinton.