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In remembrance: Wellesley’s Rosalind Kaplan

August 2, 2022 by Bob Brown Leave a Comment

Rosalind KaplanRosalind F. Kaplan, age 82, of Wellesley passed away peacefully in the company of family on July 31 after a long and courageous battle with both cancer and kidney disease.

Roz was born in Bennington, VT on April 25, 1940 to George and Nesbith (Perlman) Fienberg. She leaves behind her husband Mark Kaplan with whom she shared 60 years of marriage; her three children Sharyn Chabot of Foxboro, Allison Romantz of Sharon and Joel Kaplan of Chevy Chase,MD; her daughter-in-law Laura Cox Kaplan, her sister-in-law Adele Kaplan of Needham and her seven grandchildren –Jessica, Jordan and Ariana Chabot, Alex and Ellie Romantz, and Ben and Lane Kaplan: also many other relatives and good friends.

Roz worked in various administrative capacities at Boston College Law School where she was the Manager of the Law Review Publications for many years. She also taught English as a Second Language at the Harvard School of Continuing Education, at Bunker Hill Community College and in Israel on several occasions.

Roz was active in helping “refuseniks” escape from the Soviet Union and settle in the U.S. in the late 1980’s and throughout the 1990’s and served for many years on the Board of Action for Soviet Jewry (now Action for Post-Soviet Jewry).

Roz’s funeral will be held at Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 2:30 PM with burial to follow at Beit Olam Cemetery in Wayland.

Shiva will be held at the home of Allison Romantz, 45 Horizons Road in Sharon on Wednesday from 7:00-9:00 PM and on Thursday, August 4 from 2:00-4:00 PM and 7:00-9:00 PM: also on Friday, August 5 from 2:00-4:00 PM at the home of Mark Kaplan, 75 Grove Street, Apt. 326 in Wellesley.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Roz’s memory may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, the Brigham &Women’s Faulkner Hospital in Jamaica Plain and Action for Post-Soviet Jewry(1430 Main Street, Waltham MA 02451).


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In remembrance: Martha ‘Martie” Cherry Fiske, award-winning Wellesley teacher who fought for job rights

August 2, 2022 by Bob Brown 1 Comment

The passing of Martha “Martie” Cherry Fiske on July 21 at the age of 86 in her Weston home is memorialized in an online obituary that highlights her strong presence as a Wellesley High School teacher in the 70’s, 80’s, and 90’s.

According to the obituary: “In 1970, she became an English teacher at Wellesley High School. When she did not receive pension benefits because she was part-time, she protested, leading to pension benefits for part-time teachers. For more than 20 years at Wellesley High School, Martie was a highly respected and beloved teacher. In 1985, she was invited to the White House as a “Distinguished Teacher” after one of her students, a Presidential Scholar, named her as his most influential teacher. Less than a year later, she had become so dissatisfied by the lack of respect and support for teachers, that she resigned and publicly criticized the town for not supporting good teaching. She was featured in a televised interview (Martha Fiske Wellesley High School Resignation 1986). In 1988, the town asked her to return, and she resumed her teaching, until her retirement in 1996.”

Fellow Wellesley High teacher Jeanie Goddard told us: “Yes, our Martie was a warrior. Many teachers were outspoken in the sixties, seventies, and eighties, but Martie actually quit the job she loved when she pinned her objections on her classroom door and walked out. She spoke passionately about educational reform for two years. We were lucky to lure her back.”

Our condolences to family and friends.


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In remembrance: Gary T. Woods

July 24, 2022 by admin 2 Comments

Gary T. WoodsGary T. Woods Of Wellesley, peacefully passed away on July 7 after an unexpected and brief illness at the age of 68. He leaves behind his loving wife Elizabeth (Beth) Sullivan; and his son James (Jimmy) Woods; a brother Greg Woods and his wife Jody; a sister Sabina Herlihy and her husband Walter; and a large clan of in-laws, nieces, nephews and cousins who loved him deeply.

Gary was born in Dorchester, MA to James and Catherine Woods as the middle of 5 children; and was predeceased by his parents; his oldest brother Kevin J. Woods; and his youngest sister Clare M. Woods. Gary was an avid reader, consuming three newspapers a day, and had a lifelong passion for learning and education. He enjoyed sharing his knowledge and igniting interest in all things STEM – from creating STEM learning modules for his son Jimmy’s classrooms each year at St. John’s School and other area secondary schools, to delivering professional training programs for calibration technicians and engineers so they could attain professional certification by ISPE.

Gary began his education at St. Brendan’s Elementary School in Dorchester. He graduated Lowell Technological Institute in 1975 with a BS in Chemical Engineering where his passion for Engineering was ignited. He continued his education at University of California (Bio-Medical Engineering), Naval Nuclear Propulsion School (Nuclear Engineering) in Idaho, and USMC Engineer School (Construction).  Gary was a licensed professional engineer in three disciplines: Chemical, Nuclear and Controls Systems. He was the founder and President of CrossPoint Engineering, an engineering services firm which has been providing high quality, customized process control and chemical engineering services to the power, specialty chemical, biotech and pharmaceutical industries for 30 years.

Prior to founding CrossPoint, Gary held client facing management positions at leading engineering services firms including Badger Engineers, ABB/Impell, and Stone and Webster. He began his professional career at the Westinghouse Naval Reactors Facility in Idaho Falls.

Prior to beginning his professional career, Gary was commissioned as a Marine Corps officer where he attained the rank of Major although he was proudest of serving as a Captain. After serving 18 months oversees in many countries, he was awarded a position as a series commander at MCRD in San Diego where he had the honor of leading 24 Drill Instructors for 2 years. After his active service, he continued for 9 years in the Marine Corps Reserves.

Gary continued his active interest in supporting the veterans through his involvement with the Wellesley Celebrations Committee. He was a Corporator of Dedham Savings Bank, a member of the Wianno Yacht Club, and a longtime member of the Algonquin Club of Boston; professional affiliations included ISA member, Certified ISA Instructor, a contributing and voting member of ASME-BPE, ISPE, and  AMA.

Gary’s greatest joy was spending time with his family and relaxing outside on a deck with a good book and a cup of coffee. He was always ready to take on new challenges with his son – canyoning, rock climbing, chess, and building all types of projects. His “can do” attitude, his empathy for others and his willingness to be there when he was needed will be deeply missed.

Services took place in mid-July in Wellesley. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wellesley Free Library –Director’s Fund, 530 Washington St., Wellesley, MA 02482 or the Mass General Hospital Cancer Center. For an online guestbook,  see gfdoherty.com.

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Celebration of life for Nancy Wiswall Erne, 100, to be held June 29

June 11, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

Nancy Wiswall Erne, age 100, passed away peacefully, April 8, 2022.  She was born July 28, 1921, in Wellesley, Mass., to Harold “Busy” and Priscilla Alden Wiswall. Nancy grew up on Denton Road surrounded by loving relatives including her grandfather, Edward, who owned the Wiswall Sanatorium.  She had many animals including a horse of her own. She loved sports such as bicycling, figure skating, tennis, and field hockey even playing on the WHS Class 1939. At 18 Nancy joined an American Youth Hostel trip across Canada and the US traveling by bike/train 10,000 miles. Nancy graduated from Westbrook Junior College, and earned her nursing degree from Tufts School of Occupational Therapy.  She worked at Walter Reed Army Hospital during WWII serving as volunteer ambulance Driver and Civil Defense Warden. In 1945 Nancy married Air Force Lieutenant, Ned Allen Erne (1918-1995).  Nancy continued her nursing career at Children’s and Brigham Hospitals before joining the Wiswall RE office as a broker.  Nancy had many civic responsibilities and loved being active in town affairs, the Girl Scouts, Junior Service League, Woman’s Club, Wellesley Historical Society and Town Meeting Member for over 50 years!  In addition, Nancy was a member of the Mayflower Society and long-time member of the Unitarian Universalist Society.

An avid World Traveler, Nancy traveled to 6 continents and many countries which included trips with her children and grandchildren. Nancy was a prolific watercolor artist, loved poems, collecting dolls from different nations, ancestry research, camping, birding, and won multiple Gardening awards.

Nancy is survived by her children, Susan Erne Stark-Beeson (Rick Beeson), Bruce Holmes Erne, predeceased her husband, Ned Allen Erne, married 51 years, by daughter, Christine “Tina” Erne Lee Milbrand (John Milbrand). Her Grandchildren: Tamara Stark Bloomberg, Lindsey Stark Phillips, Alden Wiswall Lee, and Caroline Stark Hale. Great Grandchildren, Abigail, Ella and Chase Bloomberg, Georgia and Charlotte Phillips, Briley, and Sydney Hale.

‘Little Nana’ will always be remembered as a truly remarkable individual.  Nancy’s contributions will always be recognized as one of Wellesley finest descendants who was dedicated to preserving the history of Wellesley.  She was devoted to her family, and the town of Wellesley, which she loved.  She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Nancy’s Celebration of Life, Memorial Service Date:  June 29, 2022, @ 1:00 pm.  Wellesley Hills Unitarian Universalist Church.  In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

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Memorial Day observances in Wellesley on Mon., May 30

May 26, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

Join the community in honoring the service of the nation’s military heroes in front of Town Hall, at the Wellesley Town Memorial. This always moving service includes a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, a rifle salute by the Wellesley Police Department, patriotic songs, and more.

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Volunteers needed for Dressing of the Graves in Wellesley

May 17, 2022 by admin Leave a Comment

The Veterans Services department is seeking volunteers to assist with Wellesley Memorial Day preparations. 

On Friday, May 20 at 3:45 p.m. volunteers are needed to help place flags on veterans’ graves at Woodlawn Cemetery (148 Brook Street). Please contact Graves and Ceremonial Officer Joe Oliveri at 774-292-9932 to participate.

“Lest We Forget” Memorial Day Observances

On Monday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m. the Town will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony outdoors at the Wellesley War Memorial in front of Town Hall. The community is invited to attend and honor the service of our military heroes.

This always moving service includes a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, a rifle salute by the Wellesley Police Department, patriotic songs, and more.

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Wellesley, football world mourn death of longtime Patriots star Gino Cappelletti

May 13, 2022 by Bob Brown 3 Comments

The New England Patriots have announced that Gino Cappelletti, a longtime player and broadcaster for the organization, passed away this week at the age of 89 at his Wellesley home.

Cappelletti earned his way into the Patriots Hall of Fame as a wide receiver and placekicker for what were known as the Boston Patriots during his playing days, which were mainly in the American Football League (AFL) that merged with the NFL in 1970. Cappelletti scored the first points in AFL history, and finished his career as that league’s all-time points leader.

Following his playing career, Cappelletti did some coaching for the Pats, and spent many years as a popular broadcaster for the team.

“My heart aches after learning of Gino Cappelletti’s passing this morning,” said Robert Kraft, Patriots chairman and CEO, in a statement released by the team. “For the first 51 years of this franchise’s history, Gino contributed as an all-star player, assistant coach and broadcaster. You couldn’t be a Patriots fan during that era and not be a fan of Gino’s. The Patriots have had many iconic, fan-favorite players over the years. Gino was the first….”

Cappelletti’s honors in Wellesley included recognition at a Rotary Club meeting in 2012.

New York Times obit

Funeral service arrangements have not yet been made and will be shared once they are confirmed.

An original Patriot who will forever remain a part of our family 💙❤️ pic.twitter.com/tg3ZkBqFYF

— New England Patriots (@Patriots) May 12, 2022

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