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Obituaries

Richard C. “Dick” Hodgson, 92

Richard C. “Dick” Hodgson May 13, 1933 – December 21, 2025 Richard C. “Dick” Hodgson, a man of unwavering character, athletic prowess, and deep devotion to his family, innumerable treasured friends, and community, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on May 13, 1933, in Dover, MA, Dick was a lifelong member...
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Tyler Hagan, 29

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...

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Brenda G Henderson, 83

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...

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Elizabeth Jane Anastasi, 91

 

‘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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Bob Rich

Bob Rich, a longtime resident of Westwood, passed away on March 18th 2026. Born on July 3, 1957, he was the son of Pearl and Irving Rich. He graduated from Framingham North High School in 1975, Springfield College in 1979, and UCLA in 1982. He married Luanne (Ferguson), whom he met at UCLA, and they were married...
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Lisa Christine Wissmar

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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,...

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Richard W. Oakes, 93

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...

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Alyssa Jean MacKinnon

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...

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Gerald Joseph “Jerry” Cianciolo

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...

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Renate Spiess (Marsland)

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,...

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Sarah (“Sally”) Mitchell Blatz Wilkins

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...

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George W. Stewart

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...

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Edna Jean Hurley 

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...

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Burton Stern

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...

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David M. Daniels 

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...

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Elaine Kassel  

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...

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Barbara Bartholomew

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...

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Evelyn Gray

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...

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Georgette “Jo” March

Georgette “Jo” Celina March, age 97, passed away peacefully on September 22, 2022 at The Carriage House in Wayland, MA.

She was born in North Dartmouth, MA to the late Yvonne and Ulric Lafond and was one of 9 children. She was predeceased by her devoted husband of 64 years, Peyton...

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Erica Falcone

Erica Catherine Falcone passed away suddenly in Marietta, Georgia, on July 17, 2022 at the age of 25. She was adventurous, mischievous and empathetic to those less fortunate. Her smile lit up the room and her laughter was contagious. She was a 2015 graduate of Medfield High School and was the captain of...

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