Obituary

Worcester - Barbara (Speakman) Cardinal, 71, of 301 Cambridge Street died Monday May 27 in Providence House of Millbury after an illness.

She leaves three sons Kenneth Cardinal of Webster, Kevin Cardinal of Millbury and Brian Cardinal of Worcester; four daughters Linda McNabb of Ayer, Deborah Bombard, Shauna Lowe and Barbara Smith all of Worcester; three sisters Bernice "Bette" Smyth, Gloria Hutchins and Delores "Patsy" Iacovone all of Worcester; 13 grandchildren and several nephews and nieces. She is predeceased by brother Kenneth Speakman and two sisters Marguerite "Peggy" Clarke and Gladys Speakman. Ms. Cardinal was born in Worcester daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth (Shea) Speakman and lived here all of her life.

She was a machine operator for many years at the former L. Farber Leather Company and was also a member of Sacred Heart of Jesus Church.

The funeral service will be held at a later date in Notre Dame Mausoleum. Calling hours are on Wednesday May 29 from 6 to 8 PM in Alfred Roy & Sons Funeral Home (www.Royfuneral.com) 12 Hammond St.. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.

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