RICHARD-FLETCHER-Obituary

RICHARD FLETCHER

Newton, Massachusetts

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FLETCHER, Richard A lifelong educator, coach, and devoted family man, passed away peacefully, on November 14, 2025, at the age of 83. A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, November 22, from 4-7 PM. For more info and full obituary, visit

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Mr. Fletcher was my gym teacher at Bigelow and then at Newton North. He made a huge impression on me. He and Mr. Jessup kept me out of trouble and involved in sports. I am grateful that our paths crossed.

Glenn Chisholm November 19, 2025 12:36 PM A Great man in ALL WAYS and a mentor to more than the athlete. I first encountered Mr. Fletcher sporting his mustache in 1973, played for his Championship team 1974-75 which later made up the majority of the NN TIGERS Super Bowl team 1977. He coached All City All Star hockey teams (Suburban League) with little John in net at our practices. He also officiated many games around New England. He was a great gymnastics coach as well. Like many , I have...

Glenn Chisholm November 19, 2025 12:36 PM A Great man in ALL WAYS and a mentor to more than the athlete. I first encountered Mr. Fletcher in 1973, played for his Championship team 1974-75 which later made up the majority of the NN TIGERS Super Bowl team 1977. He coached All City All Star hockey teams (Suburban League) with little John in net at our practices. He also officiated many games around New England. He was a great gymnastics coach as well. Like many , I have many great moments,...

His wife Warene was my cousin, with Brian Lacey and Janet Lacey Hurley. My condolences to his family and friends.

A great Teacher while I did my Student Teaching at Bigelow. Condolences to the Family.

I will always remember Coach Fletcher for the lessons he taught us far beyond the game! How to work hard, stay humble and show up for others. His influence has stayed with me throughout my life. I'm grateful to be one of his students and player. He was the epitome of a coach and a man. My condolences to his family.