WORCESTER-Bernice M. Fogarty, 90, of Worcester died Friday, December 1st. Miss Fogarty is survived by her devoted cousin, Viviane R. wife of the late William G. Gaffney and a cousin, Francis R. and his wife Nancy R. Gaffney and their families. A sister, Marion E. Fogarty predeceased her.
She was born in Worcester, the daughter of Dennis J. and Catherine (Whalen) Fogarty and was a lifelong city resident and parishioner of St. Peter’s Church. Miss Fogarty was a graduate of South High School and Worcester State College. She taught for over 40 years in the Worcester Public School system, primarily third grade at Columbus Park School, and was a member of the Retired Teachers Association.
The funeral is Monday, December 4th from O’CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, with a Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Peter’s Church, 931 Main Street. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to St. Peter’s Church, 929 Main Street, Worcester, MA 01610.