Todd James Walles, 54, of Worcester died peacefully at home on Sunday, August 3rd. He leaves his mother, Jeanne M. (Bourbon) Walles; his siblings, Terry R. Walles and his wife, Heather (Needham) Walles, Timothy M. Walles, and Tracey R. Walles all of Worcester; a brother-in-law David Gagnon of Worcester and a sister-in-law, Robin Walles of Brimfield; his nieces and nephews, Brittany, Jessica, Jacquelyn and her wife Nichole, Chantal, Seth, Tanner, Julia, Mackenzie and her husband Brandon, Taryn and Wyatt. He was predeceased by his beloved father, James E. Walles and brother, Thomas C. Walles, who was his best friend.
Todd was a lifelong resident of Worcester, known for his excellence in athletics. He graduated from Doherty Memorial High School in 1988 where he was a three sport varsity athlete, selected to the Telegram & Gazette's Super Team in baseball his senior year. During his outstanding baseball career, he was an all-star player for Jesse Burkett Little League and West Side Babe Ruth, a team coached by his brothers Tim and Terry. He played for Grafton Hill American Legion and, following high school, attended Worcester Academy for a post-graduate year. Todd then signed with the Seattle Mariners, playing in their minor league system. His parents enjoyed some of their favorite memories watching Todd play baseball with the Mariner’s Bellingham team. Although they teased him for being the baby brother, all of Todd’s siblings took great pride in his accomplishments. Todd was always proud of his nieces and nephews and loved when he had the opportunity to see them. Todd will be remembered for his bright smile and good-natured sense of humor. All those who love him will miss his sensitive spirit and kind heart.
A funeral mass to celebrate Todd’s life will take place on Saturday, August 9th beginning at 10:00am at Christ the King Church, 1052 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. Calling hours are Friday, August 8th from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue Worcester, MA.