Robert E. O'Meara

Robert E. O'Meara of Malden passed away on November 8, 2025. Born and raised in Winthrop, Massachusetts, he was the son of Joseph and Mary (Collins) O'Meara. Robert attended Winthrop High School and graduated with the Class of 1953. Following his graduation, he enlisted in the United States Marines, proudly serving his country.
Upon returning from the Marines, Robert married Helen (Saschuk) in September 1961. The couple settled in Malden, where they raised their five children: Mary Ellen, Robert Jr., Christine, Patricia, and John. Robert was a dedicated member of the Local IBEW 103 Union and was well-respected in his profession. He worked as an electrician at the Boston Garden for the final years of his career, often being on site to witness amazing games involving his favorite teams.
In his free time, Robert gave back to the community by coaching little league baseball for many years. He cherished time with his family, especially his beloved grandchildren, and found great joy in their company. He enjoyed nature and the mountains, looking forward to an annual family vacation in the Lakes Region of New Hampshire, where he was happily surrounded by his children and grandchildren.
Robert is survived by his wife, Helen O'Meara of Malden; his children: Mary Ellen O'Meara of Malden, Robert O'Meara Jr. and his wife Laura of Miami, Florida, Christine and her husband Scott Donaghey of Reading, Patricia O'Meara and partner Eric Larson of Mountain View, California, and John O'Meara and his wife Ana Cecilia O'Meara of Miami, Florida. He leaves behind his grandchildren: Katia, Elizabeth, Robert III, Julia, Liam, Joseph, Caitlin, and Kelsey; his brother Joseph O'Meara of Wakefield; and many other loving nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Mary O'Meara, and his sister, Nancy DeMild.
Robert's funeral will be held from the Weir-MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem Street, Malden, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, at 9:00 AM. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at St. Joseph Church, 790 Salem Street, Malden, at 10:00 AM. Visiting hours are scheduled for Wednesday, November 12, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Forest Dale Cemetery in Malden.
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