Westborough – Joan C. (Virgilio) Bafaro, 89 of Westborough, passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 1, 2023 at Beaumont Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing in Westborough.
Joan was born in Worcester, a daughter of the late Salvatore J. and Frances R. (Gioella) Virgilio. She graduated from Worcester Public Schools and has lived in Westborough for the past 20 years. Joan was also a resident of Worcester, Framingham, and Cape Cod throughout her life.
Joan is survived by a sister, Antoinette Esper and her husband Richard of Clinton; a brother, Ernest Virgilio of Mashpee; a daughter, Jo-Ann Bafaro of Worcester; several nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her beloved son, John A. Bafaro on November 20, 1992, and a brother, John Virgilio.
Services for Joan will be held privately and at a later date. MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St., Worcester is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: Cancer Research Institute, Web Donation, 29 Broadway, Floor 4, New York, NY 10006-3111 or Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, Attn: Donor Relations, 375 Kings Highway North, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
