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03/30/2026

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On March 24, 2026, William B. Stason of Lincoln, Massachusetts died peacefully at home at the age of 94.

Bill was a force of nature, guided by a strong moral compass and a lifelong commitment to community, service and medicine. In his seventies, he biked up Mount Washington; in his eighties, he traveled to Nepal on a medical mission; and in his nineties, he continued to work out regularly and tend his Codman community garden plot. Bill was active and held several leadership positions in the town of Lincoln including with The First Parish Church, Codman Community Farms, Lincoln Minutemen.

Born and raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, he was the son of Edwin Blythe Stason and Adeline Boaz Stason, and was predeceased by his brother, E. Blythe Stason, Jr. He graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of Michigan in 1953, served three years in the United States Navy, and earned his medical degree cm laude from Harvard Medical School in 1960. He completed his cardiology training at Massachusetts General Hospital and Columbia University and earned a degree in public health from Harvard’s School of Public Health.

Bill was a devoted husband and father who loved the outdoors and shared many adventures with his family. He is survived by Susan, his wife of 57 years; his children, William, Thomas, Amanda, and Suzannah, and their partners; and his grandchildren, Zalen, Liam, Josie, Journey, and Everly.

A memorial service will be held at The First Parish Church in Lincoln, 4 Bedford Rd., Lincoln, Massachusetts on Friday, May 1, 2026 at 2:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on his behalf to
The First Parish Church
14 Bedford Rd.
Lincoln, MA 01773
781-259-8118
www.fplincoln.org
or
The Codman Community Farm
58 Codman Road
Lincoln, MA 01773
781-259-0456
www.codmanfarm.org

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03/30/2026

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Katharine Grinnell More passed away peacefully at Rivercrest Nursing Home in Concord, MA on March 6th at the age of 94. Known in her early years as Kitty and later as Kate, she was born in Milton, the second of Nicholas and Virginia Morris Biddle’s four children.

Kate had many talents, varied interests and tremendous energy. She grew up in Milton, where she attended Milton Academy, then studied art history at Vassar College. Kate showed early promise as an artist, chronicling family life in cartoons and contributing cartoons to the Milton and Vassar newspapers. Following Vassar, Kate was hired as the artist for an archaeological dig at Mycenae, Greece, then worked at the Metropolitan Museum in NYC, and taught English at Milton Academy.

Upon marrying Trenchard More, Jr in 1958, Kate dedicated herself to nurturing a vibrant and loving family life. She was a creative, tireless mother and raised her three children without television. Instead, she encouraged a wide range of activities including sailing, skiing, skating, riding, hiking, board games, arts and crafts, music, cooking, vegetable gardening, and extensive reading. Her carved pumpkins, hand drawn valentines and witty birthday cards were expressive masterpieces. Her method of teaching sailing by deliberately capsizing on occasion to eliminate fear became legendary in the wider family.

Kate was a gifted illustrator and studied at the Art Students League of New York in the early 1970s. After moving to Sudbury, MA she pursued social work, gained a master’s degree at Leslie College, then completed a PhD at the Boston Centre for Modern Psychoanalytic Studies while also working as their administrator and librarian. Retirement to Vermont rekindled her love of art and inspired her to capture Vermont’s disappearing farms on canvas. Skilled in oil and watercolour, she exhibited at the AVA Art Gallery in Lebanon, NH and the Chaffee Art Centre in Rutland, VT, and earned membership in the Vermont Watercolour Society. Her poignant paintings of aging Vermont barns and coastal Maine are colourful reminders of her warmth and talent.

Kate is survived by her three children, Paul More, Grinnell More, and Libby Pratt, her sister Elizabeth Barrett, and brother Nicholas Biddle, Jr, seven grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

A memorial service in Kate’s honor will be held on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 2:30 pm at St. Michael’s Episcopal Church, 112 Randolph Ave, Milton, MA.

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03/23/2026

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There are not enough words to describe Julian Cole, so it may be best to choose the one that comes closest—polymath. Julian was a mathematician (doctorate from the University of Sussex, 1976 with dissertation in Category Theory), a computer professional, a folk dancer, a musician (cello, fiddle, viols, recorders, voice), and an avid student of natural science, medicine, history, folklore, and mythology. There was very little that did not interest him, and he enthusiastically pursued everything that did.

The title of Julian’s major contribution to mathematics 55 years ago is "The Bicategory of Topoi and Spectra", and it is available athttp://www.tac.mta.ca/tac/reprints/articles/25/tr25.pdf

And there's more. There is a very high-level community of mathematical physicists called "nLab" where people discuss high-level topics of importance. So, it turns out that exactly five years ago they discussed Julian’s results in their "nLab". On the internet, query “Cole nLab”. The AI summary is helpful.

Julian was born October 19, 1946 in Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, to Philip Jack Cole and Pansy Eve Hopkins. Their family of three children was shaped by post-war England, all things French (which Philip taught to high school boys), and the untimely death of Julian’s sister, Ursula (genetic high cholesterol). Julian immigrated to the United States in 1976 to assume a junior faculty position in the mathematics department at the University of Pennsylvania. After two years there and two years at Union College in Schenectady, New York, he became disenchanted with academia. His field had become narrower, and he had no one to talk to. He was lonely! So, Julian moved to the Boston area, learned to program, and spent the rest of his working life in the computer industry. Among his many companies were Computer Vision, Jarg, OmniViz, and Harvard Medical School’s Firefly.

Between Julian’s cello life in high school (primarily at Dartington Hall) and then, again, since 2010, Julian spent decades in the world of Early Music. He could play recorders before he learned to read English, and he could play any stringed instrument put into his hands. Viols were his gift. A favorite memory of his was the summer at Pinewoods Music and Dance Camp when he created an Elizabethan tour through the camp with all the costumes, music, and proclamations that he could research and direct. Julian loved bringing people together for celebration, including playing or dancing for his longsword team of 30 years.

A man acquainted with words and their etymology, Julian adored literature - something he greatly bonded over with his wife, Jennifer, and stepdaughter, Katalina. Julian was an enthusiastic supporter of Katalina’s writing, reading everything from school essays to short stories. He encouraged her until she achieved her dream of becoming a published author. His loving cheerleading was a crucial part of what helped Katalina become a professional writer, and his words on her work will be deeply missed. The day before he died, Katalina read him the first chapter of her current manuscript, and it lit him up for the first time in months. It’s a memory she will cherish forever.

After his retirement in 2017, Julian spent the rest of his life eagerly supporting his wife and pursuing his passions—particularly music. He dedicated his time to singing and playing string quartets with dear friends, as well as his brother, Paul. Julian and Paul had great times playing cello and violin duets together, rejoicing in a shared language that they both found powerful. Julian played music until the very end of his life, performing with his cello ensemble at his assisted living facility. Even to his newest friends, Julian was known as someone who brought music wherever he went. It is safe to say that everyone who was fortunate enough to know Julian has rejoiced in his knowledge, his antic wit, and his ability to pierce through noise to the essence of an issue. He was a man who was incapable of holding a boring conversation, and who brought spark to every encounter.

On March 16, 2026, Julian died (at aged 79) from pancreatic cancer, the same disease that took his mother almost 50 years ago. He leaves behind him his wife, the Reverend Jennifer Beal, his stepdaughter Katalina Gamarra (and Jimmy), his brother Paul (and Eileen), his nephew Neal, his former wife Christine Rua, with whom he loved traveling the globe, a vast circle of friends and musical collaborators, and a world that has been impoverished by his departure.

All are invited to a service of word, music, and dance on Sunday, April 12, 2026, at 3:00 pm, Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm St., Concord, MA (live-streamed at trinityconcord.org).

Contributions would honor Julian to:
Greenpeace
1300 Eye Street, NW, Ste 1100
Washington, DC 20005
1-800-722-6995
www.greenpeace.org

Pinewoods Dance Camp
80 Cornish Field Road
Plymouth, MA 02360
508-224-4858
www.pinewoods.org

ACMP - Associated Chamber Music Players
1133 Broadway #810
New York, NY 10010
212-645-7424
www.acmp.net

Concord Chorus
P.O. Box 171
Concord, MA 01742
www.concordchorus.org

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03/19/2026

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Fay S. Crossley of Westborough, Massachusetts passed away on March 14, 2026, from a decrepit body. Born in Concord, MA, to the late Anne and Donald Crossley in 1944. She was the sister of Jamie Crossley of Hudson, Dawn Nickerson of Toronto, Canada, and the late Leigh Crossley, also the aunt to several nieces and nephews. Fay also leaves behind some cherished, longtime wonderful friends.

Fay was a graduate of Concord-Carlisle High School (1962), UMASS Amherst (1966), and Boston University School of Social Work (1977). Following college graduation, she spent a memorable year as a VISTA volunteer at a rural state hospital in West Virginia. After living in San Jose, California for several years, she returned to MA to work as a social worker, first in child welfare and then for 30 years at Milton Hospital. She had the good fortune to work with many unforgettable patients, families, clients and co-workers over the years.

Fay enjoyed many years at her cottage in Humarock, MA. In retirement, as well as continuing her lifelong passion for photography, she enjoyed tutoring several outstanding people in the English as a Second Language Program, attending the Symphony, and perfecting her skills in the game of pool.

Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Fay for a period of visitation on Thursday, April 2, 2026, from 11:00 am until 12:00 pm at the Concord Funeral Home, 74 Belknap St., Concord, MA. Her graveside service will follow at the Glenwood Cemetery, Maynard.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the charity of your choice.

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03/12/2026

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Arthur John “Artty” Kinsman, 81, of Concord and Arlington, MA (December 15, 1944 – March 5, 2026), passed away peacefully.

He was the son of the late John A. and Margaret (Quinn) Kinsman and the stepson of the late Edna (Hicks) Kinsman. Artty was the devoted husband of 57 years to Corinne (Price) Kinsman, formerly of Medford, and the dedicated father of John Kinsman.

In addition to his wife and son, he leaves behind two grandsons, Oscar and Sam (along with their dogs, Hooper and Ozzie). He is also survived by his daughter-in-law, Lindsay McConchie, and her loving family. Artty leaves brothers- and sisters-in-law Joel and Marg Price of New Hampshire, and James (“Rick”) and Cathy Price of New Jersey, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He also leaves his dear childhood companion, Kathy Schiavo of Everett, and his oldest friend, John Harrison of Medford and Woburn.

Artty served as president of three organizations where he spent many happy hours with friends: the Concord Rod & Gun Club, Concord Youth Theatre, and The Concord Players.

A 1963 graduate of Mt. St. Charles Academy in Woonsocket, RI, Artty was a veteran of the U.S. Navy. He retired from Mt. Auburn Hospital after 50 years of service, leaving behind many dear friends.

Family and friends will gather for a celebration of life on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM at the Concord Rod & Gun Club, 74 Strawberry Hill Road, Concord, MA.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Artty’s memory may be made to the GoFundMe page supporting beloved Concord Youth Theatre teen Emma Robertson: https://gofund.me/08a2be28e

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03/08/2026

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Kenneth Edward Pauley, age 89, passed away on February 5th, 2O26 at the Emerson Hospital in Concord, Massachusetts. He was born on June 15, 1936 in Boston. Ken was the fourth and last child of Charles F. Pauley, a Locksmith, and Mary E. Mozdziez, a refugee from Poland.

Ken is survived by his wife, Lucy Kirshner of Acton, MA, and his 2 children, Mark Pauley of Hudson, MA, and Heidi Meadows of Green Mt, North Carolina. Kenneth had 3 grandchildren.

As a young boy, Ken’s parents were the center of his life. Both his father and mother instilled the values of hard work and doing jobs well. His parents also recognized that each of their boys had different interests and that they could help them. They saw from the start that Ken liked to be outdoors. With that start, for the rest of his life, Ken always finished what he started and worked hard on them. Ken was full of interests, but his greatest passion, the one that captured his interest most, was his love for exploring animals in the natural world. This became a defining characteristic of his being. In those years, he learned, had fun, and got into mischief. Ken’s father helped him make homes for turtles and raccoons, and even for a bear. Often, Ken put a jumping spider in his shirt to play with it when the teacher wasn’t looking.

Ken found the Museum of Science in Boston when he was a teenager, and he was never far from it. He and a friend were given keys to get into the Museum early to feed the animals before visitors were let in. They also found snakes for the Museum to show. Along with the Museum, Ken loved summer camps. He started as a child himself and eventually led camps, some for children and once for a camp for blind adults. All this time, Ken was watching, learning, and teaching himself. There were so many things for him to learn, including fishing, hunting, and boating, and he took time for all of those.

During his first marriage, when he had children, there were responsibilities, and Ken tried selling cars. He found those workdays long and hard, and while he did earn money and he enjoyed some friends, the hot clothes and grind of it all were not fun for him. Fun was important for Ken. He left that job going back to the Museum. It wasn’t as lucrative but he was much happier.

When Ken came back to the Museum of Science, he stayed for 43 years. He taught live animal presentations and gave courses for children and their parents. Ken became intimate with the Museum’s legends like Spooky the Owl, and he was also eager to introduce visitors to the Theatre of Electrical Science. Brad Washburn had been the head of the museum, and he wanted to make visitors understand what science is about. Ken understood this. He had been observing, asking questions, thinking, and encouraging his own ideas. The Museum allowed Ken to be a teacher and a perpetual student himself.

One of the best things about Ken as a teacher was that he had fun. He brought a cow into the Museum one day and allowed young children to try to get milk from her. Science in school can be full of intimidating vocabulary, but Ken talked in everyday words and even with funny ideas. His curiosity and even his sense of humor kept visitors listening.

Ken’s Boston roots were as strong as his Boston accent, but East Africa got into his blood and held a firm grip on his heart. The idea of Africa had fascinated him since he was a little boy and when he finally went there, the reality was even more fascinating. Through the Museum, Ken led many groups on trips to Tanzania, sharing his observations and excitement while making life-long friends.

Ken Pauley retired, but he never really grew up. There was still more time for him to learn. His first two wives must have had the strength to live through his vibrant, fun, but sometimes uncomfortable ideas. His third wife, Lucy Kirshner, who worked at the Museum and shared Ken’s ideas, moved to a pond where Ken designed their final house. It looked out to the woods and water. With chipmunks and bobcats, among hundreds of animals, trees that needed work, and a few more visits to Africa, it was great, but never enough time.

Services will be private

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03/05/2026

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Marcia Lee Puryear died peacefully on March 2nd, 2026, in hospice care in the comfort of her apartment in Wayland. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 27th, 1942. She spent much of her childhood growing up in the suburb of River Forest, Illinois. She spent summers in Saugatuck, Michigan, and Chautauqua, New York, with her grandparents and extended family.

Marcia received her Bachelors Degree in Speech Pathology from Michigan State University, and later her Masters Degree in Deaf Education, also at MSU. In college, Marcia met the love of her life, Gary Puryear. After graduating from college, Gary enlisted in the US Army and was stationed in Wildfleken, Germany. Marcia saw an opportunity for a job at Ramstein Air Force Base, Kaiserslautern, Germany, and took it to be near Gary. She taught children who were deaf or hard of hearing in the elementary and middle schools on the base and enjoyed exploring Europe with Gary on their days off.

After returning home to the US, Marcia and Gary married in 1970 and ultimately settled in Concord, MA, to start their family. Marcia continued her teaching career, specializing in teaching hearing-impaired children and then in English as a Second Language in the Concord public school system. Her commitment to her students was deeply personal, and her students and their families were always sharing their appreciation of her efforts to guide and teach with patience and dedication.

Though she admitted she was not always athletic growing up (aside from some synchronized swimming and horseback riding), in her early 40’s, Marcia developed a love for running, which blossomed into a passion. She identified herself as a runner and developed a network of friends, coaches, and even race “rivals” as she became a formidable competitor across the New England running community and beyond. Marcia tackled over a dozen marathons (including Boston, San Francisco, New Orleans, New York, and Chicago) across the United States and countless half marathons, 10K’s, 5K’s, races to the peak of Mt. Washington, and elite international track competitions with the Liberty Athletic Club. She often placed first in her age group and strove to improve her personal best times across races and distances. Almost every weekend for decades, she was a fixture with the Concord Runners, where she developed life-long friendships that were deeply important to her. Marcia inspired her children to be runners as well, and over the years, ran several races with them and even her young grandchildren.

Marcia and Gary traveled often, with friends and family to destinations such as Mexico, Puerto Rico, Peru, Chile, Bermuda, and even a trip through Europe with the Concord Minutemen. With school aged kids, Marcia and Gary planned ski trips and other adventures with friends, traveling in multi-family groups on school breaks. Together Marcia and Gary also spent summer days at their second house in Rockport Massachusetts, before selling and buying a house that became their retirement retreat - “Wit’s End” in Cape Cod. Marcia always looked forward to celebrating the 4th of July Cape Cod style with her grandkids every year, planning activities and celebrating every moment together with them. She adored her grandchildren and created endless special moments with them.

Throughout her life she loved music, especially choir and symphony (or Neil Diamond and Elton John), always worked to stay connected with family and friends, found special meaning in even the small things in life, and had a terrific sense of humor. Her laugh and love will be terribly missed.

Marcia is survived by her daughter Kristen Puryear (Sean Donohue), her son Corey Puryear (Wendy), her grandchildren Maeve, Ellia, Morgan, and Carson, her sister Marilyn Slattery, her brother William McCollum (Diane Pyshos), and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Family and Friends will gather to honor and remember Marcia for a period of visitation on Sunday, March 8, 2026, from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the Concord Funeral Home, 74 Belknap Street, Concord, MA. In addition, the funeral service will be held on Monday, March 9, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm St., Concord, MA. Burial is scheduled for Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne, MA, at 11:15 am.

The funeral will also be livestreamed via... Information to be announced.

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03/01/2026

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Rev. Steven Michael Seminerio of Concord, MA, and East Haverhill, NH, passed away on February 23, 2026, in Concord, MA, at age 100.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Marilyn; sisters and brothers-in-law Ann DeSalvatore (Patrick) and Helen Goodwin (Ronald), sister and brother Vincenzina and John, who each died as children; and a nephew, Robert DeSalvatore (survived by Linda).

Steven was born on January 31, 1926, in Everett, Massachusetts, the son of the late Andrew and Santina (Pennio) Seminerio, both immigrants from Sicily who established a successful tailor shop in their new country.

At Everett High School he played basketball and was a State shot put qualifier, graduating in 1943. He completed a semester of pre-medical studies at Boston University before enlisting in the Navy during World War II. After boot camp in Sampson, NY, and medical training at Camp Lejeune, NC, he was selected to join the 6th Marine Corps Division as a corpsman (medic), and saw combat duty in Guadalcanal, Okinawa, Guam, and China.

After the war, he re-enrolled at BU, changed his course of studies to pre-ministerial, and met his wife-to-be, Marilyn Langmaid, in the Chapel Choir. They graduated together from the School of Liberal Arts on June 5, 1949. (Steve was honored as one of fifteen BU “Hall of Fame” seniors.) He was already serving as assistant pastor at Glendale Methodist, his home church in Everett.

Six days after graduation, he and Marilyn married on June 11, 1949; and he began his full-time ministry as a summer youth counselor/chaplain at Asbury Grove Christian Camp Meeting in Hamilton MA. In 1950, he was ordained as a Deacon, and in 1953, he graduated from BU’s School of Theology with a Master of Divinity degree.

As a United Methodist minister, Rev. Steve pastored Massachusetts parishes in Somerville, West Medford, Marblehead, Saugus, Melrose and Wayland, with his special talent for bringing people together. He sang duets with Marilyn and soloed in church cantatas. He served nine years as Secretary of Evangelism for the Lynn District, and as chair of the New England Conference Board of Evangelism. For over 16 years he was a staff member and director at Rolling Ridge Methodist youth center in Andover MA.

In 1965 the New England Conference awarded Steve the coveted Stowell Scholarship to spend five weeks in the Holy Land and India. His church (St. Stephens in Marblehead) raised funds for Marilyn to join him afterwards for a three-week tour of Europe.

“Retiring” in 1992, he and Marilyn moved to Marilyn’s family homestead in East Haverhill NH, where he began a second chapter of pastoral service. For years he had been holding summer vesper services in the East Haverhill UM Church, and soon found himself in demand as interim pastor at local churches - North Haverhill UM, Bradford UCC, Thetford Hill UCC, West Newbury UCC, Orford UCC, Moultonborough UM, Wells River UCC, and Newbury UCC. He was also a popular Sunday service guest preacher at area churches including Corinth UCC, Windsor UCC and Haverhill UCC. As an active member of Haverhill VFW Post 5245 he often served as Chaplain.

In 2007, Steve and Marilyn began wintering at Newbury Court, a senior community in Concord MA, where on June 11, 2024 they celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary with family and friends.

On November 6, 2024 Steve was awarded the Golden Cane Award from the United Methodist Church, as the longest-serving pastor in the New England Conference.

He is survived by his beloved four children, Alison Rupert (Richard) of Hughesville PA, Andrew Seminerio (June) of Melrose MA, Steven Seminerio Jr. of Melrose MA, and Susan Strakus (Michael) of Lynn MA; granddaughter Juliana Seminerio Eramo (Mark) and great-granddaughters Serafina and Forza of Andover MA; grandson Matthew Seminerio (Emily) and great-grandsons Montgomery and Maxwell of Medfield MA; grandson Michael Strakus (Nicole) and great-granddaughter Jasmine of Clinton MA; grandson Paul Strakus (Penny) of Beverly MA; nephews Richard DeSalvatore (Karen) of Woburn MA, Andrew Goodwin (Marcy) of Marshfield MA, and Michael Goodwin (Michelle) and grandnieces/nephew Faith, Zachary and Giana of North Easton MA, niece Lydia Caros of St. Paul MN and grandnieces Eleni AyoCaros (James) of St. Paul MN and Kyra AyoCaros (Scott) of Boston; niece Cindy Caros of Grantham NH and grandniece Chelsea George of Merrimack NH.

Steve’s family, friends and parishioners will fondly remember his warm inclusive pastoring, his passion for sports (as player or spectator), his Marine Corps pride, his devotion to Marilyn, his life-long morning ritual of marking Bible chapters with red pencil, and most of all - the way he brought the fun to so many gatherings, lighting up the room with his love of people.

Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Steve on Sunday, March 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in Duvall Chapel, 80 Deaconess Road, Concord.

A May 2026 graveside memorial service in East Haverhill, NH, is being planned under the care of Ricker Funeral Home, Woodsville, NH 03785 (603) 747-2717 http://www.rickerfh.com/

For those who wish to attend services remotely, please visit the livestream link below five minutes before the scheduled service time: Livestream Link: https://iframe.dacast.com/b/156599/c/541148

In lieu of flowers, the family offers two suggestions for memorial donations:
VA Bedford Healthcare System
CDCE (135)
200 Springs Road
Bedford, Massachusetts 01730
(Write check payable to "Bedford VA" with “In memory of Steven Seminerio” on the memo line.)

Newbury Court
c/o Spiritual Life Department
100 Newbury Court
Concord, MA 01742
(Write check payable to “NEDA” with “Spiritual Life Fund in memory of Steven Seminerio on the memo line.)

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02/19/2026

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Susan Hill Birge died on February 16th, 2026 at her home in Concord, MA. She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Walter W. Birge III, her son, Jesse Birge, her nephew Peter Black, and her sister Ellen Senich. She is predeceased by her mother Eleanor Lucas, her father Charles Hill, and her stepfather Walter Lucas.

She was born in Cambridge, MA at Mount Auburn hospital in 1939. Her childhood was spent living with her maternal grandparents in Belmont, MA. She moved to Woodstock, CT where she attended Woodstock Academy, winning top academic awards in various subjects. Susan attended Radcliffe College and received her A.B. from Harvard Extension in 1983. While at Radcliffe, she was an active volunteer at Phillips Brooks House in Cambridge where she met her soon to be husband Walter who asked her to type a paper he had written as his typing skills were poor. She continued to support the organization throughout her life.

After living in Wilton, CT, Walter and Susan moved to New York City in 1970 when Walter became a headmaster at the Town School. In the 12 years that they lived in Manhattan, Susan enjoyed walking around the city, going to Bloomingdale’s, and taking the bus to Lord & Taylor.

Susan moved to Concord when Walter became the headmaster of The Fenn School. While in Concord, Susan volunteered at the Concord Public Library, attended Trinity Church, and quilted with Concord Piecemakers Quilt Guild. She was also a skilled needle worker and had chaired a large needlepoint project at the Church of the Epiphany while in New York.

One of Susan’s greatest pleasures were her summers on Nantucket living in a house that she helped design in 1970. She enjoyed working on the Sunday NYT crossword puzzle, was an avid reader, loved football, and never missed an episode of Jeopardy!

Family and friends will gather to honor and remember Susan for her funeral service on Saturday, February 28, 2026, at 11:00 am in Trinity Episcopal Church, 81 Elm Street, Concord. A reception will follow in the parish hall.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in her honor may be made to:
Phillips Brooks House
1 Harvard Yard
Cambridge, MA 02138
617-495-5526
www.pbha.org

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