David Charles Sweetser (4/4/1955 – 7/19/2025), beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to all, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, in his home in Wellesley, MA, at age 70. David was born in Chelsea, MA, in 1955 to Charles William and Dorothy Esther (Farrell) Sweetser. David grew up in Andover, MA, graduating from Andover High, Class of 1973, as an active athlete. “Sweets” attended Bowdoin College (Class of 1977) and still considered himself to be an active brother of Alpha Kappa Sigma. David loved all things Bowdoin, but he most cherished his time as a member of the Bowdoin football team (#75). While in college, David met the love of his life, Jayne (Malconian) Sweetser. One night at a fraternity party began a 47-year-long incredible marriage. After meeting Jayne, David attended Babson College and ultimately attained his MBA from Suffolk University.

David and Jayne settled in Wellesley, MA, raising their two daughters, Katie and Kelley. David was a pillar of the community, known for his kind heart, generous spirit, and endearing Boston accent.

David had a long career in commercial real estate, where he was known for his integrity, dedication, and hard work. Even at the age of 70, he still worked a 12-hour day, always in a suit and tie.

He was a proud father to his two daughters and a grandfather to his three grandchildren (with his fourth on the way). Of all his lifelong nicknames and titles, that of “Papa” was his most treasured. David loved his family more than anything.

His true happy place was Kennebunk, ME, where he was known as the “King of the Beach.” He loved nothing more than sitting on his front deck, waving and chatting from his rocking chair to anyone who passed by.

David had the biggest heart, and nothing made him happier than helping others. David was a tireless supporter of the Kennebunk Beach Improvement Association (KBIA) and the Tommy McNamara Charitable Foundation. David seemed to have life figured out: work hard, play hard, and love hardest.

David touched an extraordinary number of lives. He had a magnetic personality and lit up every room he entered. No one loved life more than David Sweetser.

David is predeceased by his father, Charles William Sweetser; stepfather, Arthur Morrissey; and his brother-in-law, Dr. Mark Malconian. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Jayne, of Wellesley, MA and Kennebunk, ME; his daughter, Katie Sweetser, of Wellesley, MA; his daughter and son in law, Kelley (Sweetser) and Patrick Gill of Norwell, MA; his grandchildren, Pip Sweetser and Conor and Jaynie Gill; his mother, Dorothy Morrissey; his sister Diane Anderson; his brother, Mark Sweetser and sister-in-law, Cyndee Sweetser; his sister-in-law, Ann Malconian; his brother-in-laws, Richard Malconian and Steve Smith, along with many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and cousins.

A Funeral Mass will be held on Wednesday, July 30th at 11 a.m. at St. Martha’s Church (30 Portland Road, Kennebunk, ME), followed by a celebration of life at 1 p.m. at Webhannet Golf Club. In the true spirit of David, we ask you to wear casual attire and colors as bright and happy as he made you feel.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in David’s memory to the Kennebunk Beach Improvement Association (KBIA) or the Animal Welfare Society of Kennebunk (in honor of his beloved dogs, Salty, KC, George, and Gracie).

Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel (67 Summer Street, Kennebunk, ME).

Thank you to David’s family for emailing us about his extraordinary life.

Keith Marden, Sr., “The Captain” of Captain Marden’s Seafood, a much-loved Wellesley restaurant and fish market, passed away peacefully on July 23, his family announced on social media.

“The Captain” started the business with his brother, Edgar, and father, Roy in 1945,” read the post. “He touched the lives of so many during his 102 years of life whether it was in the fish market, restaurant, around town or on the golf course. His hard work and strength of character made Captain Marden’s the business it is today and we will honor his legacy each and every day to the best of our abilities.”

Marden’s wife, Shirley, passed away in 2023.

The family sent us Keith’s full obituary, including information about services, below:

Keith Arnold Marden, Sr. of Wellesley and Brewster, MA passed away at home peacefully on July 23, 2025, at the age of 102. Born October 13, 1922 he was the son of the late Winifred Locke Marden and Roy Marden. When asked where he was born, he would reply “second floor, back bedroom” referring to his childhood home in Lockeport, Nova Scotia.

Keith’s father, a fisherman, moved the family to Belmont, MA seeking better opportunities. Keith attended Belmont Public Schools before graduating from Newton Technical High School. He proudly served the U.S. Navy as a submarine periscope specialist during World War II and the Korean War and received his U.S. citizenship aboard a carrier ship. He met the love of his life, Shirley Marryat through his late brother, Edgar and was married for seventy years until Shirley’s death in November 2023.

After returning home from the war, Keith joined his father and brother in the family business, Captain Marden’s Seafoods in West Newton, later expanding their legacy by opening the Wellesley location in 1959. He was especially proud to have his children, grandchildren and nephew, Richard all involved in the family business. His long-time employees were an extension of family to him, and he was thought of as a second father to many. Affectionately referred to as “The Captain” or “Cappy”, Keith was known for his heartwarming smile and gentle disposition which endeared him to an ever-widening circle of friends and admirers.

Together, Keith and Shirley put down roots in Wellesley where they became active and beloved members of the community. He served as a Town Assessor, 41-year director of Wellesley Bank, and Little League coach. Keith and Shirley were long-time members of Wellesley Country Club and Eastward Ho!, where he could often be found playing golf or dining with friends. A devoted Red Sox season ticket holder, Keith loved attending games and later watching his team on the television. He would tell you the secret to a long and healthy life was eating salmon, which although is true, was spoken by a truly successful salesman.

Keith is survived by his son Kim (Valerie), daughter Nancy (Peter), grandchildren, Devon Goodall, Hillary Goodall, Ryan Goodall, Roy Marden, Caroline Marden, Andrew Marden and Emma Marden. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Wellesley Hills Congregational Church on Thursday, July 31 at 3:00 p.m.

Edwina Woodman Schuler died peacefully at home in Wellesley on July 10, 2025 at age 98. “Dwin” was born an only child to John Edwin and Grace Woodman in Springfield, MA in 1927. She moved to Wellesley in 1942, when her mother inherited a sum of money to build a home on Kirkland Circle.

She attended Wellesley Public Schools and graduated from Middlebury College in 1949. Her years at Middlebury shaped her, and she was determined and thrilled to attend her 75th class reunion in June of 2024. She earned her Master of Education from Northeastern University night school in 1971.

After 63 years with her beloved late husband John G. Schuler on Emerson Road in Wellesley, Dwin orchestrated a move to Waterstone of Wellesley in 2017, where she and John enjoyed the last “downsized” chapter of their lives together immensely.

First and foremost a loyal, loving, and supportive wife and mother, Dwin’s dream from the time she was a little girl was to get married and raise a big, happy family. Her Yankee sensibility to make things last, to stretch a buck, and to re-calibrate one’s need for “material” things always served her and the whole family well. Frugal and disciplined yet generous and forward thinking…Dwin took care of business and made things happen!

A huge personality in a tiny body, Dwin was most recently known as the “energizer bunny” at Waterstone. Throughout her life she seemed to be in perpetual motion…always engaging with a smile…often planning, organizing, or volunteering to make a positive impact in big and small ways in the lives of people around her.

An active member of the Wellesley Hills Congregational Church, Dwin was also a proud member of the South Brooksville United Methodist Church in Maine. She has a long history of singing joyously in both church choirs. She was a challenge level square dancer, co-pilot on her husband John’s various antique car tours, educated world traveler, passionate foodie, and lover of boating and co-captaining on the Penobscot Bay in Maine for over 50 Summers. Dwin never shied away from fun and adventure. An outspoken liberal Democrat, Dwin always worked hard to be open-minded. She was actively involved in the League of Women Voters in Wellesley throughout the 1960’s and was last seen on her rollator waving a sign at the Hand’s Off rally in Wellesley in April of 2025. Dwin was instrumental in founding Wellesley’s first day care center, The Children’s Center at Wellesley College in 1971.

Dwin is survived by her son Ed and wife Jody of Columbia, SC, her son Peter and wife Sue of Westwood, MA, her daughter-in-law Meredith of Harrisburg, PA, her daughter Phyllis and husband Les of Brighton, MA, along with seven grandchildren and five great grandchildren. She was predeceased by 2 sons; Dana in 1959 and Matthew in 2022. A celebration of Dwin’s fun-filled, fabulous life will be held at the Hills Congregational Church in Wellesley, MA on Saturday, July 26th at 11 AM.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Dwin’s name to Family Promise Metrowest would be appreciated.

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