William A. Barnstead

William Barnstead Obituary

BARNSTEAD William A. of Lexington formerly of Arlington, July 9, 2009. Beloved husband of Charlotte L. (Gillingham). Loving Father of William A. Barnstead, Jr. and his wife Judith of Concord, Christine Arneson; Sorren Arneson of Concord. Dear Grandfather of Eric W. Barnstead, Pamela K. Robinson, Kelsey E. Lewis and Crystal J. Arneson. Also survived by three grandchildren. Brother of Marie O'Brien of Burlington. Relatives and Friends respectfully invited to attend Graveside Services at Westview Cemetery, 520 Bedford Street, Lexington on Monday, July 13 at 12 noon. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to: Partners Hospice Development Office, 281 Winter Street, Suite 200, Waltham, MA 02451 or Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Place West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445. William A. Barnstead, Sr., President and founder of Consolidated Machine Corporation, a former Ronald Reagan Commerce Department appointee to the Presidential Committee on Industrial Competitiveness, and a former Chairman of the Massachusetts Republican State Committee, died Thursday, July 9 after a long illness. Consolidated is now an international concern with customers in 60 nations around the globe. Other companies founded by Mr. Barnstead include the Sudbury Metal Spinning Company, Scotty Fabricators, and the Barnstead Broadcasting Corporation (WFDG-TV 28). Mr. Barnstead was politically active throughout his adult life. He worked hard to help Ronald Reagan carry Massachusetts in 1980 and waged his own political campaign against Democratic House Majority Leader Thomas P. “Tip” O’Nealnot once, but twice. He served as the Chairman of the Republicans for Middlesex County, and served as both Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Lexington Republican Town Committee; and he also served as a former Chairman of the Arlington Republican Town Committee. Mr. Barnstead supplied the equipment used by Dr. Jonas Salk in developing the polio vaccine. He also worked with Dr. Stuart Levy, author of The Antibiotics Paradox, on improving sterilization technology and methodology. Mr. Barnstead also played an important role in the creation of a portable devise to desalinize ocean water that could be used by navy sailors on small life rafts. Mr. Barnstead was an entrepreneur his whole life and held several patents in water distillation and sterilization and constantly tinkered with methods to improve sterilization conditions in hospitals by reducing the number of nosocomical infections. Mr Barnstead was one of the founding members of Allen Harbor Yacht Club in Harwich Port and served as one of the early commodores in 1967 and 1968. Arrangements under the direction of The Saville Chapel of DeVito Funeral Home, ARLINGTON.

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Published by Boston Herald from Jul. 11 to Jul. 17, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for William Barnstead

9 Entries

Carl Newman

July 17, 2009

Although our relationship was strickly business, we extend our sympathies to Mr. William Barnstead's family, and the entire staff at Consolidated Stills and Sterilizers. Mr. Barnstead was a respected leader in the field of sterilization, and allowed our firm to prosper for almost thirty years as a business "partner", for which we are forever grateful. The staff at Buxton Medical Equipment Corp., extends our sincere sympathy for this loss.

Jim Lawson

July 12, 2009

Sandi and I extend our sympathies to Charllote and Bill's family. Bill was an inspiration to me in politics going back to the 60s in Arlington. I learned that winning was not always the goal, but the exercising of ideas and providing opposition views was the basis of our democracy and freedom in this country. We will miss him.

Sandi and Jim Lawson

Carroll Follas

July 12, 2009

On behalf of the Flag Officers, the Board of Directors and the Membership of Allen Harbor Yacht Club I would like to convey our sympathy to Bill's family on your loss. Bill was beloved at the club and, as a Founding Member, he was a legend.We so enjoyed seeing him at the Annual Meeting. He will be missed.
Since the announcement of his passing, the American Flag at the club has been flying at half mast, in his honor.

Carroll Beegan Follas, Commodore

Cindy Wallace

July 12, 2009

My sympathy is with you at this time of loss. I am recalling many memories of fun family times together.
Yours,
Cindy Dowd Wallace

July 12, 2009

July 12,2009

We remember Mr "B" as a brilliant inventor and scientist constantly seeking to improve on his successes. A fine American, involved in his community and state, but most of all as a great friend. Our heartfelt prayers and condolences go out to his wife Charlotte and family.

The Trenchard Family

Ann & Diane Ciaccio

July 12, 2009

Remembering old friends and sending our sincerest condolences. You will always have wonderful memories to hold near and dear.

Sincerely,

Reed Kingston Taylor

July 12, 2009

It is with deep sympathy,I read of Bill's passing. He served on the Lexington Republican Town Committee with me. He was always helpful,generous and willing to do what he could when asked. He was full of good humor. Bill was a great guy and I extend my deep sympathy to the family.
Reed Kingston Taylor
St. Augustine,Florida 32080

Bill Cullinane

July 12, 2009

Bill was one of the founders of The Allen Harbor Yacht Club in Harwich Port MA., and as such he was respected and loved by many. His advice and leadership will be missed.
Bill Cullinane

Bill Dowd

July 12, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in your loss. Remember the good times and keep them close to your hearts.
Most Sincerely,
Chris & Bill Dowd

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