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Richard W. Leard

June 18, 1947 — September 20, 2025

Waltham

Richard W. Leard, of Waltham, died at home on Saturday, September 20, 2025 following a period of declining health.  He was 78.

He was the husband of the late Jane C. (Welch) Leard.

Family and friends will honor and remember Dick's life by gathering for an Afternoon Wake in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), Waltham on Sunday, September 28th from 2 to 5 p.m. and again on Monday morning when his Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Waltham.

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Afternoon Wake

Sunday, September 28, 2025

2:00 - 5:00 pm (Eastern time)

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The Joyce Funeral Home

245 Main St, Waltham, MA 02453

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Funeral Service

Monday, September 29, 2025

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

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The Joyce Funeral Home

245 Main St, Waltham, MA 02453

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Burial

Monday, September 29, 2025

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