Maryann Audette Obituary, Death – Authorities have identified the woman who died in a brush fire in Millbury on Saturday night as 49-year-old Maryann Audette, according to a statement from Worcester County District Attorney Joseph Early Jr.’s office. The fire, which broke out around 8:20 p.m. near the Blackstone River Bikeway close to Route 146, ultimately claimed Audette’s life.
A Massachusetts State Police trooper discovered Audette at a homeless encampment in the area, which is believed to have been her residence. According to the State Fire Marshal’s Office, the fire is suspected to have started at this encampment.