Obituaries

Robert L. Tomusko

Robert L. Tomusko

Oct 21, 2025

Bob Tomusko had a lifelong passion for the outdoors and nature. From a young age he loved summers spent with his family on Plum Island. From capturing minnows with his sister to walks with pocket change for a visit to the penny candy store……. he loved the simpler things in life. As life progressed, he loved a challenge and hiked...

Matthew E. Brennan

Matthew E. Brennan

Oct 20, 2025

Mr. Matthew E. Brennan, of Malden, formerly of Waltham, died at home on Monday, October 20, 2025. He was 52.

Matthew was born in Waltham on November 12, 1972, a beloved son of Donald M. and Mary Ellen (Scott) Brennan of Waltham. Raised in Waltham, he graduated from Waltham High School before earning his bachelor’s degree at Emerson College and his...

Elaine E. (Massad) Joseph

Elaine E. (Massad) Joseph

Oct 20, 2025

SHREWSBURY - Elaine Joseph had style and grace. Her fashion choices would be characterized by simple elegance. She dressed and accessorized for every occasion and was always perfectly put together before ever stepping out. The lipstick was just the right shade, the nail polish always fresh, her hair perfectly styled, and the perfect shoe was the final accompaniment. But her...

Eileen M. (Robichaud) Wright

Eileen M. (Robichaud) Wright

Oct 19, 2025

Waltham - Eileen Mary (Robichaud) Wright passed away peacefully on October 19, at her home surrounded by family after a long illness . Eileen’s strength and grace through her journey will continue to inspire all who have known and loved her.

Born in Gardner MA on May 21, 1938, Eileen was the daughter of the late Ephraim and Madeline (Martin) Robichaud....

Doris T. Giamo

Doris T. Giamo

Oct 19, 2025

Doris T. Giamo died peacefully in the comfort and presence of loved ones in her much-loved home in Weston on Sunday, October 19, 2025. She was 91.

Doris was born in Waltham on August 8, 1934, a daughter of the late Dominic and Grace Giamo, and was raised in Waltham before moving to Weston with her mother in 1975, a town...

Regina M. Pacitti

Regina M. Pacitti

Oct 17, 2025

Ms. Regina M. Pacitti, of Waltham, died at home on Friday, October 17, 2025, following a brief illness. She was 71.

Gina was born in Waltham on November 25, 1953, a daughter of the late Domenic and Eleanor (Bonica) Pacitti. Raised in Waltham, she graduated from Waltham High School before earning her B.A. and M.A. in English, drama, and education from...

Marie R. (Valente) Perry

Marie R. (Valente) Perry

Oct 17, 2025

Marie R. (Valente) Perry, of Waltham, died Friday, October 17, 2025 at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She was 86.

Marie was born in Newton on June 1, 1939, a daughter of the late Edward and Frances (Albano) Valente and was a graduate of Newton High School

Following her August, 1959 marriage to Carmen J. Perry at Saint Bernard’s Church in West Newton the couple...

Dennis J. Callahan

Dennis J. Callahan

Oct 8, 2025

Dennis J. Callahan, of Waltham, died Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at Newton-Wellesley Hospital. He was 88. He was the beloved husband of 61 years of Marie E. (Venesi) Callahan.

In addition to his wife, Marie, he leaves his brother, Paul Callahan of Salem, New Hampshire; his sisters-in-law, Mildred Venesi of Washington, D.C., Barbara Sexton of Cambridge and Anne Phillips of Tampa,...

Kari Evjy

Kari Evjy

Oct 6, 2025

Kari was born in Boston on July 17, 1964 a daughter of Jack and Sheila Evjy. In spite of major medical challenges at birth Kari persevered and lived a life full of love…exceeding all expectations and eventually a life of admired independence. Raised in Newton where early education and the dedicated care of Mrs. Bruno, Kari learned like her peers...

M. Judith (Hargrove) Green

M. Judith (Hargrove) Green

Oct 4, 2025

M. Judith (Judy) Green, of Waltham, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 4, 2025 at Lahey Medical Center in Peabody. She was 92.

Judy was born in Boston on March 14, 1933 and grew up in Medford before moving to Cambridge and graduating from Cambridge High and Latin in 1950.

She then earned a certificate from Forsyth Dental School and worked as...

T. Susanne (Owler) McCallum

T. Susanne (Owler) McCallum

Oct 4, 2025

Beloved wife, mother, and grandmother; T. Susanne “Sue” McCallum, 88, of Dartmouth, formerly of Waltham, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, October 4, 2025.

Born on September 28, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, Sue was the daughter of Robert Owler Sr. and Margaret (Murphy).

A proud graduate of Fitchburg High School, Sue enjoyed years of involvement as a Waltham Jaycette...

Jane R. (Shenkowski) Umphrey

Jane R. (Shenkowski) Umphrey

Oct 4, 2025

Shrewsbury – It is well known that behind every successful man is a strong woman…and that proved true for Jane and Glen Umphrey. Without official title Jane was instrumental in helping Glen as his business, Thermo Engineering, grew to its respected success. They were equal partners on the tennis court for a fun and competitive match of mixed doubles. Jane...

Allan K. Ford

Allan K. Ford

Oct 2, 2025

Mr. Allan K. Ford, of Waltham, died Thursday, October 2, 2025 at Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln following a period of declining health. He was 65.

Al was born in Boston on November 6, 1959, a son of the late Peter and Barbara (Moore) Ford, and lived in Brighton before moving to Waltham in 1994.

He worked for years for area...

Deborah R. (Ryan) Demopoulos

Deborah R. (Ryan) Demopoulos

Oct 1, 2025

Deborah “Debbie” (Ryan) Demopoulos, 71, passed away peacefully at Avita of Newburyport on Wednesday, October 1, 2025.

Born on August 19, 1954, in Brighton, Debbie grew up in Newton and attended the Newton Public Schools. Her early years in the close-knit community of Newton laid the foundation for a life filled with warmth, connection, and enduring friendships. During her earlier years,...

John J. "Jack" Neuhauser

John J. "Jack" Neuhauser

Sep 30, 2025

John J. “Jack” Neuhauser, retired President of Saint Michael’s College, former Academic Vice President and Dean of the Carroll School of Business at Boston College, father, grandfather, brother, son, friend, academic and business leader, and gardener died on Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at Lahey Hospital in Burlington, Mass. following a brief illness. He was 82.

He was devoted to his children...

Eileen Herlihy

Eileen Herlihy

Sep 28, 2025

Miss Eileen Herlihy, of Waltham, died Sunday, September 28, 2025 at Brigham and Women’s Hospital in Boston. She was 75.

Eileen was born in Waltham on May 28, 1950, a daughter of the late Dennis and Barbara (Barry) Herlihy, and was a lifelong resident.

Following her 1968 graduation from Waltham High School, Eileen earned her Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics from Boston University...

Marilyn P. (Steede) Eagan

Marilyn P. (Steede) Eagan

Sep 26, 2025

Waltham - Marilyn P. (Steede) Eagan, of Waltham, died Friday, September 26, 2025 in Waltham Crossings after an illness. She was 93.

Marilyn was born June 7, 1932 in Waltham a daughter of the late Irish immigrants John and Catherine (Cullen) Steede. Raised and educated in Waltham she graduated from Saint Mary’s High School with the class of 1950. She married...

Paul J. Crocco

Paul J. Crocco

Sep 25, 2025

Mr. Paul J. Crocco, of Waltham, died Thursday, September 25, 2025 at the Veteran’s Administration Hospital in West Roxbury following a period of declining health. He was 79.

Paul was born in Boston on November 27, 1945, a son of the late Victor, Sr. and Margaret (Ciccolo) Crocco, and lived in East Cambridge before his family moved to Waltham.

After graduating from...

Marion G. (Johnson) McGovern

Marion G. (Johnson) McGovern

Sep 25, 2025

Marion G. (Johnson) McGovern, of Waltham, died Thursday, September 25, 2025 at Hope Hospice in Providence, Rhode Island following a period of declining health. She was 91.

Marion was born on June 28, 1934 in Simsbury, Connecticut, a daughter of the late Peter and Gladys (Ziggas) Johnson. Her family moved to Framingham when she was young where she was a graduate...

Beatrice L. Tosi

Beatrice L. Tosi

Sep 24, 2025

Westborough – Beatrice L. Tosi, 88, formerly of Shrewsbury and Yarmouth Port, died September 24, 2025, after a long illness. She was born in Worcester, on March 10, 1937, daughter of Joseph A. Tosi and Muriel B. (Olin) Tosi.

Bea grew up in Sterling with her three older brothers and her horse, dog, and chickens. Her love of animals continued throughout...