Therese I. (Gervais) Symczak, 79, of Worcester died unexpectedly Monday, October 12, 2009, at Saint Vincent Hospital. She leaves behind 3 sons, Michael, Mark, & Gary, and one daughter Sharon and her husband John all of Worcester, 6 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, and many good friends. She was predeceased by a son Glen in 2000. Therese loved the beach, crossword puzzles, and playing cards. Born in Worcester, she was the daughter of Edward and Ida (Guyon) Gervais. She was a nurse’s Aide for many years in and around Worcester. The funeral will be held Thursday, Oct. 15, from Nordgren Memorial Chapel, 300 Lincoln Street with an 11:00 a.m. mass in Immaculate Conception Church, 353 Grove St. A calling hour will be held at Nordgren prior to the mass from 9:30-10:30 a.m. For directions or to leave an on-line condolence, please click link below.