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Beverly Astourian

Beverly Astourian

Jul 3, 2026

Beverly Astourian of Billerica, formerly of Lexington, passed away peacefully on July 3, 2026.

Born in Boston, MA, on August 15, 1942, Beverly was the beloved daughter of the late Agnes (Sohigian) and Oscar Harry Astourian. A graduate of Lexington High School, she attended the Chandler School for Women and began her career as an administrative secretary....

Jie Chen

Jie Chen

Jul 3, 2026

With broken hearts and deep love, we share the passing of Jie Chen, beloved wife of Jiebin Li and devoted mother of Jackson Chen. Jie brought kindness and strength into the lives of those around her, and her presence will be lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

Jie Chen, age 56, of Lexington, Massachusetts, passed away...

David Andrew Treffs

David Andrew Treffs

Jul 3, 2026

David Andrew Treffs

Born March 21, 1933

Died July 3, 2026

David (Dave) Andrew Treffs, of Wayland and formerly of Lexington Massachusetts,  passed away peacefully July 3, 2026 at the age of 93. A Veteran of the US Coast Guard Dave was the son of the late Andrew and Anna Treffs. His love...

Dorothy J. Bolduc

Dorothy J. Bolduc

Jul 1, 2026

Dorothy J. Bolduc, 91, of Lexington, MA. passed away peacefully on July 1, 2026, at Bear Hill Healthcare and Rehabilitation, where she had been residing.

Dorothy was born June 13, 1935, to Emily and Arthur Jewell of Brooks, Maine. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul, and her son, Anthony.

Dottie graduated from UMaine Orono...

Roslyn Dorothy Lau

Roslyn Dorothy Lau

Jun 28, 2026

Roslyn Dorothy Lau (née Alleyne), wife of the late Sumshun Samson Lau, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2026 in Lexington, Massachusetts, USA. Born in Port-of-Spain, Trinidad, Roslyn was the third child and eldest daughter of Gilbert and Dorothy (Sancho) Alleyne.

Roslyn grew up in Trinidad where she nourished her quintessential "Trini" personality refining it to her...

Lorne A. Compton

Lorne A. Compton

Jun 27, 2026

Compton, Lorne A of Arlington passed away peacefully on June 27,2026 at the age of 92 and was a veteran with the United States Air Force

Predeceased by his parents both born in Prince Edward Island, Canada  Daniel A Compton and Maime (Macleod) Compton

Beloved Husband to the late Carol A (Lindberg) Compton

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Elizabeth O. Allen

Elizabeth O. Allen

Jun 27, 2026

Elizabeth "Betsy" Ostrom Allen, of Woburn and formerly of Lexington, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in her sleep at home on June 27, 2026.

Betsy was the daughter of the late Thalia and Selden Ostrom. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, John Allen, and her brothers, Don, Bill, and Jack.

Born...

Jane Frances Dudley

Jane Frances Dudley

Jun 26, 2026

Jane Frances Dudley (Johnson)

April 30, 1945 – June 26, 2026

Dudley, Jane F. of Chelmsford, formerly of Cambridge and Wells, ME, passed away peacefully on  Friday, June 26th.  She was the wife of the late Francis L. Dudley for 57 years.  She is survived by her daughters Cindy Wallace and husband Kevin of Chelmsford,...

Joan Learned Farr

Joan Learned Farr

Jun 21, 2026

Joan Learned Farr, age 92, of Burlington, MA, passed away peacefully on June 21, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Joan was born on September 2, 1933, in Pittsfield, MA. She graduated from Pittsfield High School in 1951 and married her high school sweetheart, Richard Farr, in 1952. Together they built a family and shared many years of marriage...

Peter L. Meadows

Peter L. Meadows

Jun 20, 2026

Peter L. Meadows

April 24th, 1944 - June 20th 2026

Peter L. Meadows, of Westford, Massachusetts, passed away on June 20, 2026, at the age of 82.

He was a devoted husband to his beloved wife, Joyce Meadows (Parker), with whom he shared over five decades of marriage since 1971. Together they built...

Bernard D. Osgood

Bernard D. Osgood

Jun 20, 2026

Bernie Osgood passed away after a courageous battle with ALS, surrounded by the love of family and the memories of a life well lived. A proud United States Marine and Vietnam veteran, Bernie carried the values of courage, loyalty, and service throughout his life.

Bernie found joy in life's simple pleasures and greatest adventures. He loved long...

Arthur E. Pennell

Arthur E. Pennell

Jun 16, 2026

Arthur Edward Pennell was born 10/17/1958 and died 6/15/2026 at the age of 67 after a difficult illness. His parents were Arthur J. and SaraSue Pennell. He is survived by his mother, SaraSue Pennell of Lexington MA, his brother, Thomas H. Pennell and Thomas' wife Marilyn DeAngelis Pennell of Littleton MA, and his sister Elizabeth S. Pennell of Maynard...

Jacquelyn Ann Splaine

Jacquelyn Ann Splaine

Jun 16, 2026

Jacquelyn Ann Splaine (Jackie) passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026. Her beloved husband, Ed, had the opportunity to be by her side, hold her hand and comfort her before she passed, a fitting end to their sixty-five-year love story.

Married in 1963, Jackie and Ed built a beautiful life, raising three wonderful sons (Mark, Kevin, and...

Anthony C. Busa

Anthony C. Busa

Jun 4, 2026

Anthony C. "Tony" Busa passed peacefully surrounded by his beloved wife and five children after a life defined by family, friendship, mentorship, and community service.

Born in October, 1934, to Antonio and Lillian Galletta Busa, Tony was the youngest of nine children and a proud lifelong Lexingtonian. Raised on the family farm, he developed a remarkable work...

Timothy James Phelan

Timothy James Phelan

May 24, 2026

Timothy James Phelan, 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family May 24th, 2026.  Tim was born August 21st, 1952 to Paul and Mary Phelan in Lexington, Massachusetts, while also spending considerable parts of his life raising his family in Billerica and Dunstable, MA.

After finishing school and serving in the air force national guard, Tim...

Charles E. Woodward

Charles E. Woodward

May 22, 2026

Charles E. Woodward, a 61-year resident of Lexington, Massachusetts, died peacefully on Friday, May 22, 2026, with his loving daughter and son by his side. He was born in 1931 in Harvard, Nebraska, to parents Elvin ("Dutch") and Rose Woodward. After serving in the Korean War, he graduated from Iowa State University and moved to Boston to attend M.I.T.,...

Jeffrey W. Traenkle

Jeffrey W. Traenkle

May 18, 2026

Jeffrey W. Traenkle, 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family on May  18, 2026. A proud Princeton graduate(1955) and naval aviator, he served his country with honor and carried that same sense of dedication and integrity throughout his life.

Following his military service, Jeff enjoyed a lifelong career at Arthur D. Little in...

Martha Crosier Wood

Martha Crosier Wood

May 16, 2026

Martha Crosier Wood December 29, 1937 – May 16, 2026

Martha Crosier Wood died peacefully on May 16, 2026, at her home in Lexington, Massachusetts with her husband, Jim, at her side. She was 88. Martha had lived in Lexington since 1968, where she served as a leader in her community for half a century.

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William James Barrett

William James Barrett

May 16, 2026

William James Barrett, a longtime resident of Lexington known for his warmth, humor, and deep love of family, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 93 years old.

Born in Somerville on November 15, 1932, Bill was the son of the late William and Marie (Pierro) Barrett....

Nancy Orr Lewis Brown

Nancy Orr Lewis Brown

May 13, 2026

Nancy Orr Lewis Brown died at her home in Lexington, MA on May 13, 2026.

Nancy was born on November 3, 1930, and raised on a multi-generational farm in Southington CT. She never lost the farmer's resilience, work ethic, and deep love of the land.

Nancy married Charles E. Brown in 1950, and moved to...