DUDLEY - Joel F. Makarewicz, 74, died Tuesday, June 6, 2023 after a period of declining health.
He leaves several cousins and friends.
He was born on April 11, 1949 in Worcester, the son of Joseph and Stefania (Iglowski) Makarewicz and was a lifelong resident of Dudley.
He served in the U. S. Marine Corps during the Vietnam War.
He worked as a machine operator at different companies including Coca Cola in Worcester. He then was a service representative at A T & T in Worcester before retiring.
He enjoyed yard work and antique cars.
Visitation will be held on from 6:00 to 7:00 PM Thursday, June 15, in Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 East Main Street, Webster. A graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 29 in Saint Joseph Garden of Peace, Old Worcester Road, Webster with military honors provided by the Webster-Dudley Veterans Council. Donations in his name may be made to the Webster-Dudley Veterans Council, 4 Veterans Way, Webster, MA 01570.