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Scott Dunham

Scott Dunham

Oct 3, 2026

Scott Dunham passed away after an accident at his home in Lunenburg, MA on October 3rd, 2026. Scott will always be remembered for his generosity, his quiet love of the world, and his love of cars, music, and pinball.

Scott is survived by his mother Marie Dunham, his son Michael Dunham, his daughter-in-law Emily Dunham, his grandchildren, Claire and Katherine, his...

George T. Palmer III

George T. Palmer III

Oct 2, 2026

George Thomas Palmer III, affectionately known as “Nick,” of Marlboro, Massachusetts, passed away on October 2, 2026, at the age of 78.

Born in Marlboro in 1948, Nick dedicated much of his life to working with his hands and solving problems. He served his country as a Fireman E-3 in the United States Navy, stationed at Pensacola Naval Air Station in...

Chester "Chet" Wiggins

Chester "Chet" Wiggins

Sep 24, 2026

Chester "Chet" Benjamin Wiggins, Sr. 84, of Bedford, Massachusetts, husband of the late Jane Wiggins, passed away on Friday, September 24, 2026 in Cape Neddick, Maine. 

Born in Boston on August 12, 1942, Chet was the son of the late Benjamin Wiggins and Monica (Kaminsky) Wiggins. He was a lifelong resident of Bedford, where he built a life rooted in service,...

Winifred (“Sis”) Gardner

Winifred (“Sis”) Gardner

Sep 17, 2026

Winifred (“Sis”) M. (Clements) Gardner, 88, of Cambridge, MA, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026. In her final days she was surrounded by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, who gathered to show their love and gratitude for a life well lived.

Sis was born on January 8, 1938, at her parents' home on Dearborn Road in Burlington, MA, the daughter...

Beverly A. Savioli

Beverly A. Savioli

Sep 16, 2026

Beverly Annette (Brown) Savioli of Bedford, MA, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026, surrounded by her children.

Beverly was born in Malden, MA, on April 26, 1932, the daughter of the late Helen (Irving) and William Brown. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Anthony Savioli; her four siblings: Russell, Barbara, Virginia, and William Brown; and her nephew, Gary Perrin.

In...

Armand L. "Pete" Malo

Armand L. "Pete" Malo

Sep 15, 2026

Armand L. “Pete” Malo of Concord, Massachusetts passed away on September 15, 2026. He was 97 years old.

Pete and his wife of 64 years Mary (Esterline) Malo formerly resided in Bedford, Massachusetts for many years while Pete was employed at Hanscom Air Force Base nearby.

He is mourned by his wife Mary and his niece Meredith Malo of Barrington, New Hampshire....

Derek Jon Bickel

Derek Jon Bickel

Sep 2, 2026

Derek Jon Bickel, age 56, passed away suddenly on September 2, 2026. Born on February 14, Valentine’s Day in 1970, Derek spent his life embodying the very love and warmth of his birthdate.

Derek was universally known amongst family and friends as having a generous heart, gentle soul and adorned kindness. He cherished his close-knit circle of family and friends immensely. 

Derek...

Steven A. Ricci

Steven A. Ricci

Aug 31, 2026

Steven Anthony Ricci (Steve) 61, of Lexington and Somerville, passed away on August 31, 2026.

Born in Cambridge in 1965, to Anthony (Tony) Ricci and Susan Ricci, he grew up in Somerville and later Lexington, graduating from Lexington High class of 1983. In high school, he became involved in photography of many styles, something that became a lifelong hobby, with several...

Nancy L. Laurin

Nancy L. Laurin

Jul 16, 2026

Nancy Lee Laurin of Bedford passed away peacefully on July 16, 2026 at the age of 87. She was born in San Diego, California on March 15, 1939. A resident of Bedford for more than 45 years, she was the beloved wife of David Laurin.

She is survived by her husband David; her six children: Amanda McDonald and her husband Scott;...

Virginia R. Chick

Virginia R. Chick

Jul 12, 2026

Virginia R. Chick, age 80, of Bedford, died peacefully on July 12, 2026 surrounded by her loved ones. 

She was born in Medford on March 30, 1946, the daughter of the late Raymond B. Pynn and Lillian G. Pynn. She was a longtime Bedford resident. She was predeceased by her husband Richard Chick and sister Patricia.

She leaves behind five children, daughter...

Chesley T. Logcher

Chesley T. Logcher

Jun 27, 2026

Chesley T. Logcher, 86, of Bedford, Massachusetts peacefully passed away in June surrounded by loved ones. She was the only child of Elizabeth (Hastings) and Raymon Denver Tellier. She grew up in Watertown, Massachusetts and moved to Lowell in 1949. 

Chesley loved the water and spent summers in Biddeford, Maine. She was valedictorian of the class of 1954 at Moody Junior...

Scott A. Driscoll

Scott A. Driscoll

Jun 25, 2026

Scott Anthony Driscoll, age 51, of Lowell, Massachusetts, passed away in the early morning hours of Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Born on November 20, 1974, at Emerson Hospital in Concord, Massachusetts, Scott was the younger son (his brother Sean the older) of Charles A. Driscoll of Bedford and the late Paula A. Andrews.

Scott spent his early childhood in Bedford before moving...

James Daniels Johnson

James Daniels Johnson

Jun 19, 2026

James Daniels Johnson of Bedford, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on June 19, 2026. Jim was a resident of Bedford for 49 years. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Joan T. Johnson; his beloved pets Julie, Murphy, and Tomcat; as well as multiple nieces and nephews.

Born on June 22, 1940, he was the son of...

Joan B. Larsen

Joan B. Larsen

May 22, 2026

Joan B. Larsen, age 94, of Bedford, passed away peacefully on May, 22, 2026 at Carlton Willard Village in Bedford. Joan is now reunited with her husband, the late Charles F. Larsen, her daughter Debra J. Larsen, and her sons, Charles H. Larsen and Robert A. Larsen.

She is survived by daughter Linda Larsen of Hudson, NH, son William Larsen and...

Robert E. Mee

Robert E. Mee

May 20, 2026

Robert E. Mee "Bob", age 79 and a lifelong resident of Bedford passed away unexpectedly on May 20, 2026.

Bob is survived by his son Sean and his wife Amy of Billerica, daughter Lynn of Lowell, grandchildren Jake and Hayley; brothers, Rick and Jack; and sisters, Pam and Elaine; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his...

Susan Lancet Ebbs

Susan Lancet Ebbs

May 15, 2026

With hearts full of gratitude and sorrow, we announce the passing of Susan Lancet Ebbs, age 82, who died on May 15, 2026, at her home in Carleton Willard Village in Bedford, MA.

Susan was born on August 14, 1943, in Memphis, TN, to Anne M. and William K. Lancet. She was raised along with her two brothers, Bruce and Bill,...

Augustine Bradford Conant III

Augustine Bradford Conant III

Apr 24, 2026

Augustine Bradford “Brad” Conant III, 84, of Bedford, MA, died Friday, April 24, 2026, after a valiant six-year battle with liver cancer. Brad lived some of the best years of his life on borrowed time, far outlasting the predictions of his oncologists. Born May 17, 1941, Brad grew up in Chestnut Hill, MA and spent summers in Hillsboro, NH. He...

Terrence Palmer

Terrence Palmer

Apr 15, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Terrence Palmer, a proud United States Air Force veteran, devoted husband, father, grandfather, and long-time employee of Shawsheen Funeral Home. Born September 9, 1955 and raised in Braintree, MA, Terrence went on to build his life in Lowell, and most recently resided in Salem, New Hampshire.He served his country...

Judith G. Pepper DeFusco

Judith G. Pepper DeFusco

Apr 13, 2026

Judith Genevieve Butler Pepper DeFusco passed away peacefully at home in Port Hueneme, CA on April 13, 2026 after succumbing to a 3-year progression of cognitive impairment. Judi was born on June 5, 1940 in Oak Park, Illinois to the delight of Samuel and Genevieve Butler and was the first of their three girls. Soon after they moved to Glendale...

Algert J. Jonuskis

Algert J. Jonuskis

Apr 12, 2026

Algert J. Jonuskis, born in Stoughton, MA May 4, 1933, passed away on April 12, 2026 in his home in Bedford. He is survived by his son John Jonuskis, daughter Diane Jonuskis, and grandson Ryan Jonuskis. He is now with his wife, the late Frances Jonuskis, in Heaven; she passed away July 14, 2024. He was also pre-deceased by his...

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