NATHAN T. "TED" WOLK

WOLK, Nathan T. "Ted" Lawyer, Loving husband, Father, Uncle and Friend Nathan T. "Ted" Wolk died peacefully at his home in Boca Raton, FL on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Born December 8, 1929, Ted was the eldest of two sons of Abraham and Betty (Baron) Wolk. He grew up in Dorchester, attending Boston English High School and Boston University (1952). While serving in the army during the Korean War, Ted went to watch-making school in Germany where his lifelong love of watches began. Ted returned home and enrolled at BU Law School, finishing second in his 1957 class. Ted had a fulfilling legal career in litigation and real estate law at several Boston firms, including Nathanson Rudofsky, Sherin and Lodgen, Lane & Altman, and Posternak, Blankstein & Lund. He was particularly proud of the two briefs he successfully submitted to the Supreme Court. Ted enjoyed his reputation as an extremely tough but fair negotiator and was equally pleased by the number of friendships he sustained among people with whom he had earlier been in intense negotiations. In 1972, Ted partnered with his brother Sidney to form a new venture which is now The Cross Country Group. Their love for each other, strong family values, positivity, and generosity were unmatched and inspirational, especially notable in the attention and devotion they both gave their blind mother in her later years and through their philanthropy. Ted had a first marriage with Helene which was sadly cut short by her premature death. He was dedicated to raising his son Michael as a single parent in a home filled with love, intellect and passion. In 1971, Ted met Barbara (Kaplan/Berger), and with her daughter Aishe, had many fun adventures as a blended family. Ted and Barbara wed in 1984 and lived happily in Chestnut Hill, MA. Ted and Barbara expanded their horizons and friendships to Florida, where they had a home in Boca Raton. With many friends and family, they traveled the world, enjoying the latest restaurants and purchasing art and jewelry. Ted was a persistent golfer and an avid gin player, which he continued until the week before he passed away. An incredible storyteller and wonderful conversationalist, Ted was always prepared with a sharp quip and amusing comeback. His ready smile and laughter were infectious, and his boisterous Passover renditions of Chad Gadya and Dayenu will forever be remembered. Ted found great joy and comfort in the companionship of his dog Jack, which he received from Barbara as a 90th birthday present. Ted ws predeceased by his son Michael and his brother Sidney, and survived by his wife Barbara, his sister-in-law Deanna, and many loving nieces and nephews as well as extended family and friends that adored him. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, August 17 at 10:30am at Temple Emeth, 194 Grove Street, Chestnut Hill, MA. Shiva will occur after Burial. Livestream at BrezniakFD.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, JAFCO Children's Village or the charity of your choice.

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