Former Waltham Firefighter Lou Ruiz Dies

Ruiz served the department for over a decade.

Waltham Reporter Who Challenged NHL Gender Barriers Dies

Robin Herman, a hockey reporter for The New York Times, died of ovarian cancer on Tuesday at the age of 70.

Jerry Remy's Family Invites Public To Pay Respects In Waltham

Calling hours will be held on Thursday, Nov. 4 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Mary Catherine Chapel of Brasco & Sons Memorial.

Obituary: Former Waltham City Councilor James E. "Jim" Regan, 82

Jim Regan was one of the longest standing council members, serving the city for 32 years on the Waltham City Council in various capacities.

Obituary: Claire 'Elaine' Lawless, 87, Of Newton, Waltham

Her family said she will be remembered as a "fiercely independent," feisty and strong woman.

Obituary: Helen Loraine “Rainey” (Venuti) Valente, 95

Rainey was known for her quick wit, sarcasm and tight hugs

Eleanor M. LeBlanc, Former Waltham Councilor's Mother, Dies At 93

Eleanor M. LeBlanc, formerly Taranto, was born in Newton but was a resident of Waltham for the past five decades.

Waltham's Karl Heinz Muehlmann, Adviser To 4 MA Governors Dies

During his career, Dr. Karl Heinz Muehlmann advised four Massachusetts governors, and developed the economics behind MA Proposition 2½.

Waltham's Paul Mitchell, 27, Dies In Plane Crash

"He lit up any room he walked into and could easily put a smile on anyone's face," said Erica Young of the Waltham Boys & Girls Club.

Obituary: Daniel K. Green, 85, Loved Family, Big Band & 3 Stooges

Dan would have wanted you "glancing" at this obituary, while listening to thunderously loud Big Band music and laughing at the jokes within.

Byron English, Dispatcher, Waltham High Grad, Dies At 54

Byron English finished high school at Waltham High in 1984 and went on to attend Bunker Hill Community College.

Obituary: Stephen Paul Mantenuto, 63, Auto Entrepreneur, Father

"Steve was a man on a mission with a work ethic that made him unforgettable to whoever was lucky enough to meet him."

Obituary: Jennifer Patton, 50, Traveler, Writer, Voice For Others

Jennifer was active in Progressive Waltham, the Democratic City Committee, Diaper Depot, Green Rows of Waltham and The Cat Connection.

Obituary: John J. Sullivan III, 59, Lifelong Waltham Resident

John J. Sullivan was a lifelong resident of Waltham, he retired from the City of Waltham in 2016 after working for two decades there.

Waltham Native Kerin A. (Valente) Gibbs, WHS Class Of 82, Dies

Kerry was 54 years old and fought an 8 year battle with breast cancer. She leaves behind her two children and husband of 21 years.

Remembering Mac Surette: Goofy, Loveable, Special

Mac Surette died following a motorcycle crash on Waltham's Main Street. He was 17.

Former Waltham Assessor Joe Goode, 62, Died

Joe Goode served Waltham for 41 years and retired last March.

RTN Federal Credit Union Board Member Charles Doherty Passes Away

Charles Doherty, Jr., Former Chairman of Waltham-based RTN’s Board of Directors, passed away Sept. 25.

Retired Waltham City Clerk Russ Malone Dies

This weekend retired Waltham City Clerk Russ Malone passed away.

Kennedy Middle School Principal Jack Cawley, 64, Dies

Cawley passed away over the week vacation, according to the School District.

Waltham's Dave Sandison Passes Away: 'He literally knew everybody'

'Dave literally knew everybody. He was definitely an advocate for the underdog and certainly people with disabilities,' said his pastor.

Obituary: Marion E. Besso, 79, of Waltham

Marion's life was centered around her family. She loved dancing with her husband and doing arts and crafts with her grandchildren.

Obituary: Sandra Benotti, 66, of Waltham

Sandra worked in the cafeteria in the Waltham school system for 29 years until her retirement last year.

Obituary: Harold Manley, 65, of Waltham

The lifelong Waltham resident was a passionate guitar player who played in the band, The Quintones.

Obituary: Mary Byrne, 85, of Waltham

Mary was a nurse for more than 50 years, described as the "resident family and neighborhood caregiver."

Obituary: Eleanore Tomusko, 97, of Waltham

Eleanore was an active member of the community, teaching CCD and serving as a Girl Scouts troop leader.

Waltham Native's Death Attributed to Agent Orange Exposure in Vietnam, Obituary Says

Michael Garrigan died earlier this year after a three-year battle with cancer stemming from exposure to the chemical, according to his obit.

Obituary: Juan Ascencio, 92, Former Professional Wrestler

Juan was a professional wrestler in Peru and trainer for the Venezuelan National Guard before settling in Waltham.

Obituary: Mary Pauline Manning, 100, of Waltham

Pauline worked in advertising at The Boston Globe for more than 25 years and earned a business degree from Harvard.

Obituary: Ili Ghati, 70, of Waltham

Ili, who immigrated from Hungary 44 years ago, "was willing to try anything once and would tell her family to 'Go for it.'"

Obituary: Terrance Richey, 45, Formerly of Waltham

Terrance passed away Friday after complications due to surgery. A GoFundMe campaign has been launched to help with funeral expenses.

Obituary: Archibald E. 'Archie' Carter, 89, of Waltham

Archie founded AE Carter Plumbing & Heating in Waltham in 1956, which his son continues to run to this day.

Obituary: Richard Melanson, 78, Retired Waltham Firefighter

Richie was a lifelong Waltham resident and devoted family man. He and his wife, who passed away in 2015, were "always together."

Obituary: Victor Caissie, 58, of Waltham

Victor was known as the "Mayor" of Waltham due to his large circle of friends and loved ones.

Obituary: John Carroll McManama, Jr., 100, of Waltham

"Dr. John" served as a combat surgeon in the Philippines and Japan and later ran a medical practice out of his childhood home in Waltham.

Obituary: Madia Maria Fusco, 86, of Waltham

Madia was an active member of the Waltham community, including delivering for Meals-on-Wheels and participating in a bowling league.

Obituary: Marjorie Avery, 87, Formerly of Waltham

Marjorie raised her family in Waltham and loved helping people, often volunteering to drive people with disabilities to church.

Obituary: Elizabeth Santiago, 54, of Waltham

"She will be remembered as a very loving and caring person with a great sense of humor, who loved to be with her family."

Obituary: Donald "Donnie" Pierce, 67, of Waltham

Donnie Pierce was a lifelong Waltham resident and proud member of "The West End Boys," with whom he remained friends for six decades.

Obituary: Joseph 'Dodo' Russo, Jr., Formerly of Waltham

Russo was a Waltham High graduate who turned his woodworking passion into a career after leaving the Navy.