Obituaries
Naomi Ruth (Parker) Beard of Franklin, MA, formerly of Medfield, MA, passed away on Wednesday, May 6, peacefully in her sleep. She was 103 years of age.
Naomi was born at home in Marshville. NC, on October 20, 1922, daughter of Brady Clingman Parker and Lois...
Erma Dorothy Garvey passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with her sons by her side.
Born in White Pine, Nevada, Erma was the daughter of the late Arthur and Gladys Lee. She graduated from Stewart Indian School in Carson City, Nevada.
Shortly after graduation,...
With heavy hearts and cherished memories, we announce the unexpected passing of Tyler Hagan, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend, who passed away on April 11, 2026, at the age of 29.
Born on June 5, 1996, in Newton, Massachusetts, Tyler was a ray of light and joy to all who had the privilege...
Grandmother, volunteer
Brenda G. Henderson (83) passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at Barre Gardens Nursing Home.
Born May 16, 1942, in Montreal, Canada, Brenda was the daughter of Alton and Stella (Hantow) Williams. She was fostered for many years by several families in Canada and the United States. She moved to...
‘Born with the gift of laughter’
Elizabeth “Betty” Jane Anastasi, 91, of Boynton Beach, Florida, formerly of Harwich and Needham, Massachusetts, passed away on March 14, 2026.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Donald D. Anastasi; her children, Donald E. Anastasi Sr. (Michelle) and Donna (Anastasi) Geheb, her cherished grandchildren,...
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With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Lisa Christine Wissmar (née Ferraro) on February 15, 2026.
Born on May 3, 1960, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Lisa was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, as well as an athlete, entrepreneur,...
Richard William Oakes passed away on February 11, 2026 at age 93, in Needham, Massachusetts. He was born in Newton, Massachusetts, the son of Grace and Richard W. Oakes. He served in the Korean war on board the USS Salem, which is permanently docked at...
Age 30, of Dedham, Massachusetts was taken too soon, on August 2, 2024, in a tragic boating accident. Alyssa’s radiant smile, contagious laughter, and joy for life will be missed by all. Her immeasurable love and friendship will forever be remembered. Alyssa was a beloved daughter and entire world to her mother Jean...
72, of Medfield, passed away unexpectedly on December 28, 2023. He is survived by his beloved wife, Kathleen Brennan; his cherished daughter, Laura Brennan Cianciolo, of Providence RI; his sister, Rose Marie Portera (Joe) of Oxford, MS; and two brothers, Bill Cianciolo of Oakland, TN; and Anthony Cianciolo of Nashville, TN. He was...
was born on December 15, 1946 in Germany to Herbert and Elfriede Marsland. They moved to Saxonville, MA where she grew up.
Renate dedicated most of her life supporting the Doberman Rescue League where she focused on placing rescued Doberman’s into safe and loving homes. Renate’s greatest joy was spending time with her dogs,...
85, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on January 3rd.
Born in Philadelphia on March 19, 1938, Sally was the eldest daughter of the late Rev. Dr. Frederick W. Blatz of Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, and Janet Mitchell Cox Blatz of Scottsville, NY. She is survived by her loving husband of...
age 97, passed away on Wednesday. March 15, 2023, at Sturdy Memorial Hospital in Attleboro, Massachusetts. Born in Toronto, Canada on November 1, 1925, he was the son of the late Hugh Allen - LeRoy and Fanny Stewart. He was raised in Canada, where after losing his father at...
sadly passed away on March 14th, 2023, after a brief illness.
Edna was born May 4th, 1924. She was the daughter of Everett and Edna (Innes)
Crittenden of Nova Scotia, Canada. She retired from Charles Court East Condominiums where she was an office manager...
It is the rare 85 year old man with a full head of hair, but that was Burton Stern. Burt grew up in Allston, however, he loved Needham, his home for 48 years and the place he raised...
63, of Medway since 1994, died suddenly on Tuesday, February 28, 2023 at his home. He was the beloved husband of Nancy L. (Juda) Daniels for the past 43 years.
Born in Newark, New Jersey on March 14, 1959, he was the son of the late...
88, of Needham, MA, passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease on Monday, February 20. Elaine was a world traveler, relentless advocate for Democratic principles, civil rights and women’s causes, an active volunteer in the...
90, of Norfolk, passed away on February 12, 2023.
Born in Boston, MA on April 2, 1932, she was the daughter to the late Lewis L. and Margaret L. (Keefe) Bartholomew.
Barbara grew up in Norfolk and Walpole. She graduated from Walpole High...
Evelyn Ruth Harrison Gray, age 75, of South Daytona, FL, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. Evelyn was born June 15,1947 in Norwood, Massachusetts to loving parents, the late Bernice (Donahue) and Richard Harrison, of Walpole, MA.
Evelyn is survived by her devoted lifelong partner William Dotson, her children...
