Wakefield Obituaries

Cheryl Williams

WAKEFIELD — With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Cheryl Williams on July 1. She was a cherished mother, daughter, sister and friend and she touched the lives of all who knew her. Deeply loved by her entire family, Cheryl faced life with quiet strength and grace. 

Cheryl grew up in…

 

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Madeline C. Plansky, 86

Matriarch created, loved and supported her family

WAKEFIELD — Madeline C. Plansky, 86, died Tuesday, July 1 surrounded by her family, both near and far, after a short illness. Madeline leaves behind dozens of loved ones throughout her matriarchy. She is survived by her sons Bernard, John, Mark, Michael and Paul, her daughters Mary and…

 

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Marie Dalton, 95

Family was the love of her life

WINCHESTER — Marie A. Dalton, 95 of East Boston died peacefully on Saturday, June 28 at the Winchester Nursing Center.

Born in East Boston, April 2, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Antonio and Carmella (Frongilo) Marrocco. Marie was raised in East Boston and later moved…

 

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Kathleen Molhan, 62

NORTH READING — Kathleen Molhan of North Reading passed away peacefully on June 28 surrounded by her loving family. She was 62.

Born in Wakefield to the late Robert and Mary Foley, Kathleen lived a life defined by compassion, curiosity and unwavering devotion to those she loved. A lifelong conversationalist, Kathleen found joy in engaging with

 

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June Donahue, 96

Loved Christmas and playing the piano

WAKEFIELD — June M. Donahue, age 96, of Wakefield passed away on June 14 at Winchester Hospital.

She was born in Cambridge on October 6, 1928 and was the daughter of the late Harold A. and Henrietta (Harris) Smith. June was raised in Somerville and began her family there before…

 

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Kevin Holloway, 57

Impacted many lives

PHOENIX, AZ — Kevin J Holloway, 57, a father of two and son of Barbara (Stikeman) and E. Morton Holloway (former Wakefield Firefighter) died on Saturday, June 21 at his home in Issaquah, WA after many years battling brain cancer. 

He is survived by his mother Barbara and brother Greg of

 

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Cecilia (Cicciu’) Nocera, 85

Wakefield resident co-owned Stoneham Tailor Shop

WAKEFIELD — Cecilia Nocera of Reggio Calabria, Italy and Wakefield passed away on Friday, June 21, 2025 at the age of 85.

Cecilia was the daughter of the late Pasquale and Caterina (Romeo) Cicciu’. She was the wife of the late Rocco Nocera and mother of the late Maria…

 

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Michael Elgart, 74

Enjoyed poker, music and playing softball

WAKEFIELD — Michael “Mike” S. Elgart, former longtime resident of Melrose, passed away peacefully in Wakefield on Tuesday, June 17, 2025.

Michael was born on July 3, 1950, in Boston to Ernest and Joyce (McFarland) Elgart. He grew up in Reading and Melrose and graduated from Melrose High School

 

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Christine Curley, 84

Bookkeeper at the Curley Insurance Agency of Wakefield

WAKEFIELD — Christine M. Curley, age 84, of Wakefield passed away peacefully on June 15 at the Brightview Assisted Living in Wakefield.

Christine was born in Quincy on June 9, 1941 and was the daughter of the late Charles and Constance (Buttomer) Von Rhee. She worked for

 

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Travis Goodchild, 88

Avid fly-fisherman who enjoyed golfing

NEWBURYPORT — Travis E. Goodchild, 88, passed away peacefully on June 14 in Newburyport. He was born on November 10, 1936 in Anson, ME to Wilfred and Grace (Ferguson) Goodchild. 

He married his wife Elizabeth “Libbie” (Cleveland) Goodchild on May 16, 1964 in Quincy. They settled and raised their…

 

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Laura Smith, 67

Loved to dance, read and travel the world 

IPSWICH — Laura E. Smith (Hallstrom), age 67, of Ipswich, formerly of Lynnfield, died Wednesday, June 4. Laura was surrounded by family and friends after a brief battle with Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease. 

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Evelyn ‘Lynny/Lyn’ Ray, 80

Loved word games, the Patriots, animals and horseback riding

WAKEFIELD — Evelyn Margaret Ray, of Wakefield died peacefully on June 9 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She was 80 years old, though her spirit was much younger. Lynny was born in Woburn on December 16, 1944. She was predeceased by her parents…

 

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