David Bertram Bigelow

David Bertram Bigelow, 54, of Brookline, MA, passed away on January 7, 2024. His loss was unexpected, and his family and close friends are profoundly saddened.

David, born June 2, 1969, was the son of Judy Wolovick Bigelow (deceased) and Robert "Brad" Bigelow. David was the oldest of 5 siblings and leaves behind Demian A. Bigelow (Pittsboro, NC), Jade L. Bigelow (Norwood, MA), deceased sister Holly B. Rose (San Antonio, TX) and deceased brother Ian E. Bigelow (Athol, MA). He is survived by his son Adam J. Bigelow and daughter-in-law Sierra R. Bigelow (Pittsboro, NC), his daughter Shai A. Bigelow (Norwood, MA), former wife Randi Bigelow Rose (Norwood, MA) and longtime partner Sheryl Ryu (Townsend, MA). His extended and grieving family include his uncle Allen Wolovick and aunt Joyce Parlapiano (Foxboro, MA), cousin Nigel Wolovick (St. Anselmo, CA), niece Samantha Corvera (Jamaica Plain, MA), nephew Nicholas Bertram (San Antonio, TX), and other extended family.

David graduated from Brookline High School in 1987 and immediately joined the Army Reserves, which he credited with helping him develop discipline and a strong work ethic. Following four years of active duty, he graduated from UMass Boston with his bachelor's degree in English and went on to develop a successful career as a film and video editor, content developer, and colorist. David most recently worked for Frontline/WGBH, where he worked as a colorist for almost a decade. His skill set was entirely self-taught and his creativity and enthusiasm for his work and drive for success were recognized by many. His professional successes include credits on full-length films, live-concert video screen content for internationally recognized artists, and a broad portfolio of documentary work. Those who knew David were well aware of his love for the movie Jaws, filmed on Martha's Vineyard when David was 5 years old and living on the island. His inclusion in the community where JAWS was filmed fostered an early love of storytelling through video and film and kindled a lifelong fascination with the movie itself. David spent the past 6 years producing a yet-to-be finished documentary on the making of Jaws, a project that he had been desiring to bring to fruition for decades. Despite all of David's recognized hard work and professional success, anyone who asked him what his greatest achievement was would hear the answer "my kids."

David's sudden passing comes as a great shock to all who knew and loved him. His loss creates a deep void that will be felt by his family, friends and so many others who have come to know and care deeply for him. The family appreciates everyone's support and words of comfort during this difficult time. A private memorial service will be held for family and close friends. May his memory be a blessing.