Dr. Luke G. Tedeschi

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Luke Tedeschi Obituary

TEDESCHI, Dr. Luke George Of Scituate, formerly of Cohasset and Framingham., a forensic scientist and former chief pathologist at Framingham Union Hospital, spent a career travelling the country and the world solving puzzling murder cases, fighting third world oppression and was also a key figure in the Boston area medical community where he was a Clinical Professor of Pathology at Boston University School of Medicine. Dr. Tedeschi, age 75, died peacefully at Linden Ponds in Hingham on August 5 due to complications following a heroic 18-year battle with Parkinson's Disease. After graduating from the Salisbury School in 1952, Dr. Tedeschi received his B.S. in Economics from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania in 1956 and his medical degree from Jefferson Medical College in 1960. Dr. Tedeschi served as a Lieutenant in the United States Navy, serving as a Pathologist at Camp Pendleton, Ca., from 1962-1964. Following his stint in the navy, Dr. Tedeschi returned to Framingham to work alongside his father, Dr. Cesare Tedeschi, who at that time was the Chief of Pathology at Framingham Union Hospital. When his father retired in 1970, Luke followed in his footsteps and took over as the Chief of Pathology, a position he held until his retirement in 1994 at the age of 59. After a seven year stint serving as the Associate Medical Examiner for Middlesex Country, Dr. Tedeschi was appointed the Chief Medical Examiner of Middlesex County in 1977, a position he held for 10 years solving crimes using forensic evidence in the MetroWest region. He leaves his loving wife Elaine of 32 years, brother John and wife Anne of Wisconsin as well as his three son's Mark and wife Laurie of Hingham, Paul and his wife Jill of Cohasset, Peter and his wife Sarah of Cohasset, and a stepson Adam Jonath of Hawaii. He also leaves eight grandchildren, Luke, Brittney, Trevor, Justin, Brendan, Cameron, Jackson and Drea. A celebration of life will be held on August 11 at 11 AM at the Second Congregational Church in Cohasset. If you are unable to attend the ceremony, feel free to greet the family during an open reception following the ceremony at the Hatherly Country Club from 12:30-3 on Hatherly Road in Scituate. In lieu of flowers, donations in Luke's memory may be made to the JETT Foundation, which is fighting to find a cure for muscular dystrophy and neuromuscular diseases. The Jett Foundation, 42 Elm St, Kingston, MA 02364. For an online guestbook, please visit www.mcnamara-sparrell.com McNamara-Sparrell Funeral Homes Brighton-Cohasset-Norwell 781-383-0200

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Published by Boston Globe from Aug. 7 to Aug. 8, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Luke Tedeschi

13 Entries

Debra Charbonnet

August 18, 2010

We so enjoyed knowing Luke. He was a kind and gentle soul...so good with the kids. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Debra and Marc

Janice Tranos

August 13, 2010

Dearest Elaine,
I will always remember the wedding at Boothbay that you & Luke rescued me from!! He just immediatly went into "action" mode, wrapped an apron around him & served the people as if he had always done this!! And most obviously he has always in other capacities "served the people" in his brilliant & generous medical career with his keen instinct & devotion for the better interests of people in need.
Love goes to you & your beautiful family at this tender time.
Janice

August 12, 2010

Dear Elaine,

We just learned of Luke's passing. We so enjoyed meeting and getting to know Luke. He was a warm and delightful man who showed incredible courage. Please know that you and your family are very much in our thoughts and prayers.

Carole and Franklin Lang

Judith Stone Berman

August 11, 2010

Dear Elaine, Mark, Peter and Paul
When Luke lived at Windsor Green we were good friends and I vividly remember him riding his bike and entertaining his "boys". Those were good days and I will always remember him that way. Elaine, you were lucky to have been able to spend 32 years together and I am sure the happy, wonderful, memories you have will sustain you and the family, as you go through this most difficult time.
Sincerely,
Judy Berman

Michele DeAngelis

August 11, 2010

Dear Peter, Paul and Mark, This is a very sad time for all of you and your families as your dad was for all of you the center and mainstay of all your lives as your grew up through both happy and sad times. I know how important he was to all of you. I have fond memories of knowing him many years ago when he was on the top of his career and the best tennis player! I send your my deepest sympathies and prayers. Also to Elaine. I am outside the country so cannot attend the services or call personally but send my love and prayers to all of you. Most Sincerely Michele DeAngelis

Ruthe/lloyd Sholler

August 10, 2010

Elaine:
We're sure that the memories of wonderful
times, when Luke was healthy, will sustain you during this very sad moment in your life. He was well respected and will be sorely missed.

August 9, 2010

Luke was a dear friend and an esteemed colleague.

His memory is a blessing.

Kenneth B. Gordon M.D.

August 9, 2010

Dear Elaine, I truly loved Luke and he will surely be missed in the community. I often think of you two walking by my house and introducing yourselves when you first came to town. My thoughts and prayers are with you Love Mary Seases

August 8, 2010

Dear Elaine and family,
What a great man, what a great loss, Luke will never be replaced. My heart aches and I am saddened for the loss of my dear friend, my wonderful mentor. Working for Luke was not only a position of integrity, but also a lesson in life. Every day promised a journey into the scientific world of forensics as well as a lesson into the humanities. I would look forward to our days in Pathology because Dr. T always treated his staff with respect and encouragement. He always made us feel that we too were skilled and an important part of his department. My children looked up to him with admiration as they grew up in the atmosphere of FUH and the Pathology Department. They felt a genuine warmth and understaNding during their many talks with Dr. T. No one has, or will ever fill your shoes Luke. Rest in Peace my dear, dear friend. You will never be forgotten as there will never be another you. GOD BLESS YOU LUKE.
With Love and Respect. Natalie Motta and family.

August 7, 2010

I worked for Luke from 1964-1970 as his secretary and babysat his three sons. He was very good to new interns coming from Boston University. I learned alot from him in the six years I was there and have fond memories of working with him and very sorry for your loss Mark, Peter and Paul and rest of family. Sincerely, Judy (Bokoske)Knowles, Lake Stevens, Wa.

Barbara

August 7, 2010

Thank you Dr. Tedeschi for your service, rest in peace.

August 7, 2010

I was saddened to hear of Luke's passing. Many years ago I had worked in the Pathology Dept with Luke & Cesar. I have such fond memories of Luke, his kind heart, expertise as a professional as well as the many stories of his children. He was such a proud father and devoted son. May your wonderful memories sustain all of you during this difficult time. My thoughts & prayers are with you and I too, will always remember the wonderful man he was.

Judy Levine (Framingham)

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