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NAME OBITUARY- 2017
Adams James F.
James 90 Quincy 3/5/17 is survived by his stepdaughter Leslie and his
niece Mary. Jim was predeceased by his wife Anna and Doris. He
worked as an experimental machinist and model,maker working closely
with Dr. Land as he developed instant photography and polarization
among numerous other innovative technologies. Jim was the recipient
of the Purple Heart (WWII). He was a member of the PRA.
Bacon Robert W.
Robert Lexington 1/26/17 was the husband of Nancy father of Victoria
Suzanne and grandfather of 5. He was U.S. Army Veteran and a
Purchasing Manager. Bob served as a Director on the Polaroid Retirees
Board of Directors and was a PRA member.
Baldwin Charles E. III (Skip)
Charles 84 Canaan NH 12/26/16 a U.S. Army Veteran was stationed in
Schweinfurt Germany as a member of the 10th Mountain Division. He
was a senior engineering manager. He is survived by his wife Lola
children Christie Betsy Chuck and Peter 4 grandchildren and 4 step-
grandchildren. He was a member of the PRA.
Betancourt Diego
Diego 97 Framingham 1/1/17 worked as a Chemical Technical
Specialist. He was the husband of the late Delia and is survived by his
son Diego grandchildren Michael and Stacy and his great
granddaughter Savanna.
Blackkburn Jane
Jane West Roxbury 8/7/16 sister of the late Maude John William and
Thomas is survived by many nieces and nephews. She was a nurse and
a member of the PRA.
Brown B. Marie
Marie 73 Milton 11/26/16 was a Senior Administrator. She is survived
by her husband Gene and daughter Gena. She was a member of the
PRA.
Brown Graham G.
Graham 95 Jamaica Plain 1/11/17 was the husband of the late Freda
father of the late Paul and Richard and grandfather of Richard Christian
Nathan and great grandfather of five. He was a U.S. Army Veteran
WWII participating in Operation Torch MTO North Africa Italy & Sicily.
Brown Marvin D.
Marvin Medford 12/5/16 was the husband of Althea father of Marvin
Jr. Toussaint and Melanie and grandfather of Toussaint Jr. and Destyn.
He was a member of the PRA.
Buckley Joseph A.
Joseph 79 Auburn 10/6/16 leaves his wife Catherine daughters Cynthia
Hollybeth Victoria and Lydia and two grandchildren. He was a software
engineer.
Burns Daniel E. Jr.
Daniel 86 Norwood 11/25/16 was an Air Force Veteran during the
Korean War. He worked in Cambridge and in the chemical facility in
New Bedford as a mechanical engineer. He was the husband of the late
Marguerite father of Paul Linda Daniel Mary and Carol and grandfather
of 8. He was a member of the PRA.
Burns Ralph William Jr.
Ralph 82 Port St. Lucie FL 1/16/17 was a Korean War Veteran of the
United States Marine Corps. He worked in Waltham in Scotland and
Holland. He is survived by his wife Kathryn children David K. Lee and
Heather three grandchildren one great grandchild. He was a member of
the PRA.
Burrows Shirley Mae
Shirley 91 Braintree 9/23/16 was the wife of the late Frank Robert and
Edwin. She was a glass inspector for the U.S. Services during World War
II. She is survived by her daughters Lynn Lorraine and Sheila 2
stepchildren Robert Wayne and Carole10 grandchildren 16
great,grandchildren and 1 great great,grandchild.
Cannistraro Francis George
Francis 90 Sarasota FL 12/31/16 a U.S. Army Veteran served in both
World War II and the Korean Conflict. He was a crew chief in the instant
film manufacturing division. He is survived by his wife Marie children
Marie Jo-Ann David daughter-in-law Marilene 8 grandchildren and 12
great grandchildren. He was a member of the PRA.
Capodanno Joseph J.
Joseph 73 Arlington 9/27/15 a U.S. Army Veteran (Vietnam War) was
the husband of Margaret father of Jill Lyn Amie and grandfather of Aren
Ava Abbey Jenna Christian and Mila. He was a member of the PRA.
Cardone Paul A.
Paul 85 Canton 2/27/17 was a U.S. Army Veteran serving as a drummer
during the Korean War. He was chemical engineer who earned five
patents in the area of research and development. Former husband of
Georgiana and father of Margrette and James grandfather of five and
also his second family Leonor Emiliano Micael and Ruben.
Carroll Peter Brian Pete Peter78Watertown 11/3/16 was the brother of Dick Diane Ellen and
Stan. He worked in Cambridge. He was a member of the PRA.
Casale Stephen A. Mooney
Stephen 61 Canton 1/6/16 was a U.S. Air Force Veteran. He was the
brother of Claire Deborah Walter Jr Michael Ruthann and James and is
survived by nieces nephews and great-nieces and nephews.
Casco Paul J.
Paul Arlington 1/12/17 was the husband of Dorothea father of Paul
Sheila Steven grandfather of Margaret Robert Caitlin Julie Jennifer
Collin Liam and Erin Nicholas and Kalia. He was a member of the Army
Security Agency during the Korean Conflict.
Cavalieri William J.
William 76 Medford 12/24/16 was the companion of Mary father of
Greg William Jr and Kristin grandfather of Shayna Cara Olivia Elaine
Matt and Renee. He was a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians
in Malden.
Cavanaugh Richard E.
Richard 82 Our Lady Lake FL 9/8/14 was an engineer in Waltham and a
Korean War Navy Veteran. He was the husband of the late Shirley and
is survived by his children Richard Robert David Michelle and
grandchildren Sarah and Colin. He was a member of the PRA.
Chaput Mary Patty Baxter
MaryNorth Weymouth11/14/16 was the fiancé of Jeffrey sister of
Donna Christine and the late Stephen J. Baxter. She worked in various
departments.
Chirinos Susana
Susana 76 Waltham 12/17/16 worked in Quality Control Waltham.
She leaves her daughter Mercedes grandchildren Marisa Bianca and
Antonio.
Chirokas Edwin A.
Edwin Lexington 12/26/16 is survived by his wife Lillian sons Stephen
David Thomas 9 grandchildren and a great grandson. He was a U.S.
Navy Pilot and was a key contributor to many process engineering
projects in the film manufacturing. He was a member of the PRA.
Clancy Paul G.
Paul 78 Fitchburg 12/12/16 worked as an electrician in Waltham. He
served in the U.S. Navy aboard the submarine Sea Lion. He leaves his
wife Elizabethdaughters Valerie Ellen Karen stepdaughter Kehaulani
stepsons Stephen Christopher and fifteen grandchildren.
Cohen Lawrence (Larry) Joseph Larry79 Brookline 11/3/16 was the husband of the late Rose. He is
survived by his son Joshua daughter Rachel and four grandchildren.
Coliton John T (Jack) Jr.
John 90 Livonia MI 5/20/17 U.S. Navy WWII Veteran was the husband
of Jackie father of Victoria Virginia John Michael and grandfather of
Jeffrey John Patrick Jennifer Megan Bryan Joey Rachel Jeremy Lauren
and Debra.
Cosindas Marie
Marie Cosindas 93 never worked as an employee but contributed a
great deal toward the introduction of Polaroid Color film in the 1960's.
She worked very closely with Dr. Land as a consultant for years.
Costa Beatrice E. Beatrice Winchester 9/2/16 was the wife of the late Domenic sister of
Eva and the late Elaclaire. She was a member of the PRA.
Costa Glen A. Sr.
Glen Franklin 5/29/17 was the husband of Sylvia father of Glen Jr. and
William Anthony and step,father of David and 5 grandchildren 2
great,grandchildren. He worked in Human Resources. He was a
member of the PRA.
Couglin Francis Edward
Francis 74 Quincy 10/14/16 was the husband of the late Elizabeth and
is survived by his daughters Kathleen and Patti granddaughters
Shannon and Victoria. He was a Senior Designer in Cambridge. He
helped pioneer the processing of instant photography and secure
patterns.
Cronin David
David Oregon 12/1/16 leaves his wife Pat and children and
grandchildren. He worked in the Systems group in Cambridge at 750
Main St and Waltham at W2 then 300 Fifth Ave.
Cupoli Mary P.
Mary 96 West Newton 10/27/16 was the wife of the late Michael and
is survived by a son Michael grandchildren Michael Katelyn and
Meghan and great grandchildren Aidan and Isabella. She was an
Assembler.
Cusack Richard J. Richard74 Medway 11/23/16 is survived by his wife Elizabeth children
Timothy Karen and grandfather of Timothy and Liam.
D'Arcangelo Silvio James Sonny
Silvio 82 Holbrook 12/19/16 was the husband of Saundra and father of
Stacey. He served in the National Guard and Reserve National Guard
and was a draftsman.
DeMayo Marie T.
Marie 88 Norwood 9/29/16 was the wife of the late Anthony and
mother of Jean Marie and Maribeth grandmother of Emma Marie. She
was a Secretary for Polaroid.
DiFronzo John M.
John 75 Chelmsford 12/24/16 was the husband of Sheila. He was a
packaging engineer. He is survived by his children Mark Christine and
Shelly and grandchildren Alyssa David Ryan and Jake. He was a member
of the PRA.
Doble Ralph W. Jr.
Ralph 94 Beverly10/26/16 was a decorated World War II veteran. He is
survived by his wife Arlene daughters Sharon and Laurie son Kevin two
granddaughters and three great grandchildren.
Doherty Peter R Jr.
Peter75 Billerica 1/25/17 is survived by his wife Georgia and children
Kelly and Peter III. He served in the U.S. Army and was employed as an
Engineer. He was a member of the PRA.
Doonan Paul M.
Paul79Chelmsford 6/10/17 was a Division Manager for Computer
Operations in Research and Development in Tech Square Cambridge.
Paul is survived by his wife Ina and children Sean Heather and
grandchildren Caitlin Erin and Ava.
Doyle Edward J. Jr.
Edward 75 Hernando FL 5/10/17 a U.S. Navy Veteran worked in
Camera Division as a Technical Operations and Quality Manager. He
was involved in the Polaroid Joint Venture Svetozor USSR where he was
part of a three person team who began operations for Polaroid in the
Soviet Union (Moscow Obninsk and Sillamae Estonia). He is survived by
his wife Karen children E.J.III Lisa stepdaughters Jennifer and Karen8
grandchildren and 2 great,grandchildren. He was a member of the PRA.
Duffy Leonard A.
Leonard Needham 3/6/17 was the husband of the late Geraldine
father of Richard Marilyn Steven Paul Kevin grandfather of John Jeffrey
and Kyle and great grandfather of Eladia. He was a U.S. Army WWII
Veteran Bronze Star and Purple Heart Recipient and a member of the
MA National Guard. Private Duffy and his comrades at Company B
earned the Bronze Star Medal of Achievement during a 5,day siege at
Hill 721 by holding their positions under continuous assault by the
enemy. He also received the Purple Heart for wounds inflicted during
the same battle. He was Inventory Control Manager in Norwood.
Dutra Winslow (Wink)
Winslow78 Bourne 6/14/17 was an U.S. Army Veteran. He leaves his
wife Barbara children Daniel Jennifer and daughter,in,law Cheryl and
grandchildren Sebastian and Valentina. He was a member of the PRA.
Falzone Timothy Francis
Timothy 72 Stoneham 12/28/16 was the husband of Paula father of
Melissa Nicole and Karen and grandfather of Mila Alexa Kilian and Kelsi.
He was a member of the PRA.
Fanciullo Anna Josephine
Anna 88 North Chelmsford 2/22/17 the widow of Ralph is survived by
her daughter Helen Sergi and her husband Ted their children Annmarie
David Joseph and her daughter in law Elaine other grandchildren
include Dianne; Joseph Jr. Christine Michael and many great
grandchildren.
Fay Chester L.
Chester 73 Waltham 11/23/16 was is survived by many nephews and
nieces. Chester was a long time W4 employee in the material control
group.
Ford Stanwood Seymour
Stanwood 86 Pembroke 6/24/17 a U.S. Marine Veteran was a
Mechanical Engineer. He is survived by his wife Nancy his son
Stanwood his daughter Lesley and grandchildren Aska Shawn and
Courtney. He was a member of the PRA.
Fowler Charles S. Charles89 Hampton NH 9/25/16. Charles worked inCambridge
Waltham and the Westwood Plants.
Friberg Gilbert Gilbert77 9/19/16 worked as a tester and technician. He is survived by
his wife Vilena sons Samuel and Eric daughters Debra and Heidi.
Gardner William A.Jr.
William (Bill) 86 Holliston 12/13/16 was the husband of Barbarafather
to Carrie Elizabeth and William III and grandfather of six. He was a
veteran of the U.S. Air Force and worked for Polaroid Corporation
during its early years.
Garside Catherine A.
Catherine 91 Lakeland FL. 4/29/17 was preceded in death by her
husband John and is survived by her children Gail Jona Bobby David
Jamie 10 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was a
Supervisor.
Gibbs Donald
Donald Waltham 9/25/16 was the husband of the late Shirley father of
Donald and David. He was WWII U.S. Army Veteran and a Construction
Engineer.
Giglio Anthony G. Tiny
Anthony 89 Woburn 8/20/16 was the husband of Suzanne and brother
of Albert Paul the late Phillip and Victor Mary and Ann. He worked in
Buildings 12 and 3. He was a supervisor of janitorial services. He was a
member of the PRA.
Gnade Henry Jr.
Henry 89 Sanford ME 11/25/26 served in the U.S. Navy Hospital Corps
(WWII). He worked in industry management and was the husband of
Evelyn father of W. Scott and Mark and grandfather of 9 and great
grandfather of 4.
Golden Martin E. Sr.
Martin Dedham 1/21/16 was the husband of Catherine father of
Denise Martin grandfather of Meghan Erin Jack Gabrielle and Cade.
Martin was an Engineer and a member of the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne.
Grant Ronald J. Buzz
Ronald 75 Norwood 5/2/17 was the father of Christopher and A. J. and
grandfather of Jayson and Katelyn. He was a United States Army
Vietnam War Veteran.
Greenstein Alan S.
Alan Norfolk 11/9/16 was the husband of Barbara father of Karen
Andrea Leigh Jared and grandfather of Huck. He worked in materials
management for many years and completed his Polaroid career as
Director of Global Supply Chains. After leaving the company he had a
successful career in real estate sales.
Gremlitz Walter J.
Walter 81 Sun City Center FL 9/28/16 was a Radar Controller flying
missions on the RC Super Constellation aircraft along the east coast as a
part of the Air Force coastal detection system during the time of the
Cold War. He worked in product development. He is survived by his
brother Richard sister Jean and Susan and his former wife Barbara.
Gundersen Norman A.
Norman 92 Boxborough 10/15/16 is survived by his children Cynthia
Joseph Lynne John Mark Eric Shawn and Heather twenty grandchildren
and nine great,grandchildren.
Gustin Matthew J.
Mathew 88 Bellingham 4/24/17 husband of the late Mary was a US
Navy Veteran who served during the Korean War. At Polaroid
Matthew's outstanding achievements was his participation in the
design creation and implementation of the Viking Mars Landing
Cameras now on display at the National Air and Space Museum in
Washington DC. He is survived by his children Mike Matt Jr. Linda Ken
and Jim eight grandchildren and 2 great,grandchildren.
Hallgren Roger Martin
Roger 78 Boiling Springs SC 2/8/17 was the husband of Nancy father of
Linda and Barbara. He served in the U.S.Coast Guard and was a
member of the Riverbend Sportsmen Club and the Walpole Sportsmen
Club.
Hamm Frank Coleman Jr.
Frank 80 Norwood MA 3/9/17 worked in manufacturing and
engineering. He was a Lieutenant in the U.S. Army from 1958,1960 2nd
Howitzer Battalion 8th Artillery in Korea. He is survived by his children
Frank III and Andrew Lisbeth his first wife Joanne and 4 grandchildren
and is predeceased by his second wife Judith.
Harevich Edward Alfred
Edward 91 Walpole 2/23/17 was a World War II Navy veteran who
served in both the European Theater and the Asiatic Pacific Theater of
Operations aboard the USS Dextrous and the USS Chief sweeping for
underwater mines. He was a machinist and the husband of Teresa
father of Ed and grandfather of Katie and Casey Harevich.
Hawko Thomas J. Sr.
Thomas 81 Medford 6/17/17 was the husband of Georgia father to
Thomas Jr Maryanne Catherine Georgette and Papa to Virginia
Georgiann Elizabeth Michael Colin and James. He was a plumber for
Polaroid. He was a member of the PRA.
Holmes Douglas B.
Douglas78 Lexington 12/23/16 is predeceased by his wife Elske and
survived by his children Deirdre and Dwight and granddaughters
Simone and Schuÿler and Nolan. He worked in both Enschede The
Netherlands and in the Boston area in the development of the SX-70
camera and new advances in battery technology. He was a member of
the PRA.
Holohan Thomas H. III Thomas 77 Billerica 11/9/16 was the husband of Joan father of Michael
Ryan and Mark. He was a United States Air Force Veteran.
Horton Albert Nelson
Albert 70 Dunstable 1/14/17 was the husband to Leslie and is survived
by his daughter Kelli Horton. He worked in Waltham as an electrician.
He was a member of the PRA.
Hovsepian Berj A. Berj 81 Plymouth 9/16/16 is survived by his wife Virginia daughters
Diane Nancy and Karen and 6 grandchildren. He was a Design Engineer.
Hutchinson Donald
Donald 87 Sudbury 11/12/16 passed the entrance exams for the Royal
Naval Academy at the age of thirteen to become one of the youngest
lieutenants to skipper a PT boat during World War II. He was the
husband of Heather father of David and Jennifer and four grandchildren
Kane Harold J. Jr.
Harold (Jerry) 86 Norwood 8/2/16 was the husband of Janet father of
Brenda Ellen Jean and grandfather of Ryan Matthew and Luke. He was
a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran and worked in Plant Engineering in
Norwood. He was a member of the PRA.
Kehoe Joseph R.
Joseph 84 Revere 1/31/17 was the husband of the late Rita father of
Joseph Jr. Cheryl Marie James Patricia and John and survived by 12
grandchildren 4 great grandchildren.
Kemp Anna C.
Anna Tewskbury 90 3/4/17 was an assembler in Waltham. She was
the wife of late Edward and is survived by her children Edward John
Marcy and Michelle three grandchildren and four great,grandchildren.
Keyes Walter F.
Walter 81 Needham 3/22/17 was the husband of Mary Ann brother of
Barbara Edwin Paul Robert Frederick William Eleanor and Ruth. He was
a U.S. Army Veteran and worked in research and development.
Kimball Charles V. Jr.
Charles 84 Rockland 1/22/17 was a U.S. Navy veteran and a Model
Maker. He was the husband to Elizabeth father of Jean Charles Michael
and Lisa grandfather of Alex and Molly Roche.
Klix Nancy Anne
Nancy 85 12/12/16 was the wife of the late Robert mother of James
Roberta Susan and Heidi. Nancy worked for Polaroid for many years
prior to retirement.
Knust Graichen Victor M. Victor 65 Wrentham 11/15/16 is survived by his wife Mary son
Gregory grandchildren; Hannah Wesley and Braedon.
LaFerrra James
James 63 Taunton 2/15/17 was the husband of Joanne son of Marie
and is survived by his children Casey and Matthew. He worked as a
design draftsman for GTE Raytheon and Polaroid in the Boston area
Laine Raymond A.
Raymond 83 Townsend 4/16/17 served in the U.S. Air Forces in Japan
(Korean War). He leaves his wife Sally children Robert Jo,Ann Nancy
and four grandchildren Amanda Christopher Hayley.
Lavin Mary Lee
Mary 82 Boylston 2/12/17 worked at Corn Products Polaroid and
finished her working career as the Business Manager for the Berlin-
Boylston School District. She was the wife of Joseph and is survived her
sister in laws Tina Mary and many nieces and nephews.
Leader William J.
William 79 Medfield 3/14/17 was the husband of Kathleen father of
Kimberly William grandfather of Thomas Veronica Annie and William.
He worked in the Polarizer Division. He was a member of the PRA.
Lee Eugene I.
Eugene 81 Framingham 2/20/17 worked as a mechanic. He was the
husband of the late Geraldine and is survived by his companion Anita
children Gene Jr. Deb step children Joseph Jean Kenneth Chris Deb and
15 grandchildren.
Long Janice Y.
Janice 94 San Diego CA 12/17/16 worked in marketing and sales. Jan
was preceded in death by her second husband William as well as her
former spouses Fred Lee and Ken Heizer. She is survived by her
daughter Kathryn son Mark and grandchildren Nicole and Jesse.
Lundblad H. Clifford
H. Clifford 88 Framingham 12/20/17 was the husband of the late Molly
and is survived by his daughters Kristin and Heidi grandchildren Kelsey
Jared and Colin. He was an U.S. Army Veteran and a member of the
PRA.
MacDonald Ruby L.
Ruby Lincoln 9/28/16 was the sister of Ivy. She was a 30 year
employee of Polaroid and after her retirement she loved to travel and
volunteer at many organizations throughout the Boston area.
MacInnes Allan F.
Allan78 Worcester 4/29/17 a U.S. Air Force Veteran leaves his wife
Marie children Katherine William Karen and Karole and Allan eighteen
grandchildren and one great grandchild.
MacMillan Daniel A. Jr. Daniel 71 Arlington 11/26/16 was a marketing manager. He is survived
by his wife Janice children Kristin Nicolegrandfather of Jake and Emma.
Magnell Mary H.
Mary 92 Tewksbury 11/16/16 was the wife to the late Joseph. She
worked in payroll. She is survived by brothers Richard and Joseph
sisters Gladys Catherine Dorothy and nieces and nephews.
Mahoney Edmond M.
Edmond 84 Venice FL 5/24/17 was the husband of Jeanette father of
Harold Jacqui Thomas and Daniel and grandfather of seven. He was in
the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He worked as a research
chemist. He was a member of the PRA.
Major John Francis
John 73 Lowell 10/14/16 was an Assembler and Machinist. He is
survived by sons Brian and Craig daughter Karrie and seven
grandchildren.
Malacaria Gelsomina Mina
Gelsomina 88 Norwood 2/18/17 was the wife of Frank mother of
Charles Nancy Peter and Ginan and grandmother of nine grandchildren.
Mina was an assembly technician.
Mathews Charles R. Charles Chuck Largo FL 4/22/17 leaves his wife Frances and family. He
was a member of the PRA.
McCall David G.
David 79 Arlington 10/30/16 was the husband to Maureen father of
Christine David Katherine and Richard grandfather of two. He was a
U.S. Navy.
McDonald Gerald E. Jerry
Gerald75 Shrewsbury 11/28/16 served in the U.S. Marines where he
served on the U.S.S. Boxer during the Cuban Crisis. He worked as a
Technical Manager. He leaves his wife Elizabeth daughter Mary Beth
son Michael. He was a member of the PRA.
McKenna Elizabeth
Elizabeth 96 Marshfield 4/21/17 was the wife of the late Daniel and is
survived by her children Michael Elizabeth Daniel grandsons Adam
Daniel and great grand children Catherine and Ronan. She was the
administrative assistant to the head of security.
McPhillips Agnes L.
Agnes 94 Lowell 9/25/16 was the wife of the late James and is survived
by sons James and Kevin ten grandchildren seventeen
great,grandchildren a great,great,granddaughter. She worked in
Waltham.
McQueeney Vincent P.
Vincent 75 Harwich 10/27/16 served in the U.S. Army and was as a
Quality Control Specialist in Norwood. He is survived by his wife Patricia
two daughters Teresa and Kelly and grandchildren Casey and Connor.
He was a member of the PRA.
McWhorter James H.
James 93 North Chelmsford 2/14/17 is survived by his wife Anna son
James and grandchildren Sean Kaitlyn and Bryan great,granddaughters
Jade and Saige. Jim was a U.S. WWII Navy Veteran and was a
maintenance mechanic.
Mead Janice Harlow
Janice 90 Martha’s Vineyard 12/28/16 worked for Polaroid during
WWII. She is survived by her daughters Dorothy Susan grandchildren
Louisa Philip and Martha and her great-granddaughter Elizabeth.
Moloney Peggy
Peggy 91Mahwah NJ 10/5/16 is survived by her husband James
children Peggy Patty Eileen son Larry and 5 grand,daughters and 2
grandsons.
Morris James L.
James 83 Melrose 5/4/16 was a Sergeant in the U.S. Army (Korean
War) and worked in Cambridge and Waltham R4 as a Production
Planner in the film division. He is survived by his wife Julia Pat children
Carol Steven James and the late Corinne and 8 grandchildren. He was a
member of the PRA.
Moyer Alan Lee
Alan 73 Chelmsford 1/12/17 was the husband of Pamela father of Neil
and Alissa and granddaughters Anna and Natalie. He was a Software
Engineer.
Mullaney John Tom
John Quincy 2/19/17 was predeceased by his wife Mary and is survived
by his children Mary Michael daughter-in-law Janice and grandson
Michael. He was a member of the U.S. Army reserves. He was a
member of the PRA.
Murphy Kathleen Ann
Kathleen 78 Austin TX predeceased by her husband Lawrence is
survived by her children Melissa Lawrence Jennifer and 7
grandchildren. She helped Polaroid perfect the development of color
film.
Murphy Maurice Davis
Maurice 79 Kingston1/29/17 is survived by his wife Kathleen children
Margaret Dr. Sarah Maurice Jr. Colin and Eamon and 13 grandchildren.
He held executive positions at Polaroid Corporation Harvard University
and Thomson Reuters Corporation. He was a member of the PRA.
Norquist Carol Lutz
Carol 83 Alexandria VA 9/5/16 is survived by her husband Warren her
children Grover Loraine Alan and David and nine grandchildren. She
was a member of the PRA.
O'BoyleWilliam Sr.
William79 West Palm Beach FL6/11/17 is survived by his wife Mary
children William Jr Colleen James Patricia Michelle thirteen
grandchildren eight great,grandchildren. He served in the United States
Navy and worked in Waltham.
O'Connell Eugene Butch
Eugene 76 Swampscott 5/23/17 was the husband of Bonnie father of
Dorie Scott Jason Jay Jill and grandchildren Justin Alexandra Ryan
Mackenzie Sam Casey Kearney and Jake. He worked in Cambridge.
O'Gorman Richard J.
Richard 74 Walpole 1/9/17 was the husband of the late Pauline father
of Maureen Tracey grandfather of Tamara Erin Danny James Jake Bryan
and Kylin. Dick was a Senior Technical Specialist in Waltham and
Norwood. He was a member of the PRA.
O'Shea Jeremiah F.
Jeremiah Billerica 9/17/16 was the husband of Patricia father of
Thomas and Kerrin. He served in the U.S. Army and worked in W1 and
W4 as a coating technician in the Research and Development
Department.
Peisach Joel Melvin Joel Canton MA 1/2/15 worked in Cambridge was a manager in
Sesame.
Percuoco Anthony “Tony” J.
Anthony 85 Salem NH 1/9/17 leaves his wife Nancy his daughters
Nancy and Andrea step-daughter and step-son 5 grandchildren 3 great
grandchildren. He was a manager for Accounts Payable. He was a
member of the PRA.
Peters George Sonny
George 84Tampa FL 5/10/17 is survived by his wife Cynthia children
Jeffrey Richard Linda Jane eight grandchildren three great,grand
children.
Peterson Robert Walter
Walter 83 9/19/16 was a plant engineer. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran
serving during the Korean War. He is survived by his wife Faith children
Bob Cheryl Gail Amy and Tom Peterson 14 grandchildren and 14
great,grandchildren.
Pigott Thomas Thomas Bradenton Florida 1/18/16 is survived by his wife Grace.
Poirier Robert E.
Robert Lexington 9/30/16 was the husband of Gloria father of Mary
Ellen and the late Michelle Richard and John and is survived by 7
grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. He was a Navy veteran. He
worked in Cambridge.
Preston Robert
Robert 72 Dundee Scotland 12/6/16 was the husband of Sandra father
of Scott and partner Suty and grandfather of Ally Nina and Zara. Bob
was the Financial Controller at Polaroid (UK) Ltd.’s Vale of Leven
facility.
Raws Margaret Marny
Margaret 77 Gardiner ME 2/24/16 is survived by her husband W.
Edwin children Kate Margie Betsy John and Sean 9 grandchildren and 3
great-grandchildren. After Polaroid he worked as the assistant
Harbormaster in Scituate MA.
Reynard John M.
John 87 Worcester MA 1/5/17 is survived by his wife Jane son James
daughter Kathleen step children Todd and Alice grandson Daniel and
great grandson Parker. John served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean
War and was a Project Manager and Engineer.
Russo Amy
Amy 61 Marshfield MA 4/16/17 was the wife of Richard Russo and
leaves many family members and friends. She worked in Norwood
supporting Incoming Inspection and Plant Engineering. She was a
member of the PRA.
Sauvageau Ann Marie
Ann Marie California 9/9/16 was the wife of Fernand and mother of
Debbie Terrance Valerie Sherry Lynn Craig and Jeffrey and grandmother
of 15 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Shea James M.
James 82 Nahant 2/15/17 was the father of Jill grandfather of Jake and
Emma. He served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict and
received the Good Conduct Medal. James worked in Corporate
Security.
Small Allen Grayson
Allen851/18/17 Austin TX is survived by his wife of 62 years Lynell
sister Merle and children Larry and Carol and grandchildren Kenneth
Tim and David. Allen was stationed in in Germany while serving in the
National Guard and was a Polaroid service center manager.
Stokes Ernest Frederick
Ernest 105 Nashua NH 10/5/16 was the husband of the late Edith and
his daughter Priscilla. He is survived by his children Ernest Calvin
Theodore Susan Pamela and Jerry Stokes and 23 grandchildren 35 great
grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren.
Strickland Jerry
Jerry 80 Houston TX is survived by his wife Linda his children Patia
Whitney Carter and his stepson Steve 13 grandchildren two great
grandchildren. He was a marketing manager.
Thayer Robert Emery Jr.
Robert 69 Medway 12/3/16 was a licensed Master Electrician and a
licensed HVAC Technician. He served in the U.S. Naval Air Reserve at
South Weymouth Air base in the Air Crew Survival Team as a Naval Air
Technician. Robert is survived by his wife Debra and stepchildren
Tiffany Chris Richard and Jamie.
Verch Allan
Allen 72 Green Valley Arizona 10/17/16 was the husband of Karen
father of Jennifer and Stephanie and grandfather of Cole. During his
career at Polaroid he rubbed elbows with many celebrities Julia Child
Vincent Price and Audrey Hepburn the Pointer Sisters and Steve Allen.
Verville Mary Ellen Mev
Mary Ellen 68 Cape Coral FL 2/20/17 was the wife of the late Donald
and is survived by her children Joseph Nicole and Donald Jr. and three
grandchildren. Mev was employed as a team manager in Waltham.
Vetch Donny Donny 84 Framingham 1/1/17 was the husband of the late Daisy and
worked as a mechanical engineer. He is survived by his daughter Mitzi.
Walsh James “Jay”
James 73 Stoneham 10/15/16 was the husband of Soghra. He was an
active member of the East Boston Little League and also a Knights of
Columbus #2962 member.
Ward William Ken
William 86 West Yarmouth 12/10/16 was a U.S. Army Korean War
veteran. He loved to draw and 2 of his paintings were displayed in 2016
at the Cape Cod Art Association in Barnstable. Ken was the cousin to
Margaret Stephen Wendy Addo Sheryl Nancy Amy and Joyce.
Wronski John V. Skip Wronski
John 84 Palm Bay FL 11/26/16 was a U.S. Navy veteran who served
during the Korean Conflict as a Senior Machinists Mate aboard the
U.S.S. Wrangell. He is preceded in death by his wife Beryl and daughter
Laura and is survived by his daughters Donna and Denise six
grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was an H.V.A.C.
specialist at the Cambridge facility. He was a member of the PRA.
Wrotenbery Clinton Maurice
Clinton 93 Grand Prairie TX 1/5/2017 positions included management
roles at Mobil Oil Sargent Sowell until he joined Polaroid in 1959. Clint
is survived by his family and friends.