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RICHARD FLETCHER Obituary

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 www.eatonandmackay.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 17 to Nov. 19, 2025.

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Glenn Chisholm

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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 many great moments, exchanges, bus, car rides, speeches, teams and experiences with Dick Fletcher. I´m Honored to have crossed paths with Mr. Fletcher, really blessed.Mr. Fletcher produced many of Champions in life.
Dick Fletcher was and his legacy remains ,
" A SUCCESSFUL MAN!"

Glenn Chisholm

Earlier today

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, exchanges, bus, car rides, speeches, teams and experiences with Dick Fletcher. I´m Honored to have crossed paths with Mr. Fletcher, really blessed.
Dick Fletcher was and his legacy remains ,
" A SUCCESSFUL MAN!"

Cynthia Lacey

Earlier today

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

Gary Fay

Earlier today

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

Kevin Fitzgerald

November 17, 2025

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.

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