Sharlene R. Grossman

Sharlene R. Grossman (Trugman), 79, of Watertown, MA, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, educator and friend, passed away on November 14, 2025.

Born in Boston on December 12, 1945, to the late Isaac and Leah Trugman, Sharlene was raised in the West End of Boston and spent summers with her close-knit extended family in Revere Beach.

A proud alumna of Girls' Latin School, she went on to earn both her undergraduate and master's degrees from Boston University – beginning a lifelong commitment to learning and education.

Sharlene spent 37 years as a dedicated teacher in the Revere Public Schools, shaping countless young lives with her passion and unwavering belief in her students. Even after retiring, her love of teaching never waned – she continued to work in various educational positions, inspiring learners of all ages.

She is survived by her devoted husband of 47 years, Steven, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, companionship, and mutual support. She was the cherished mother of Kara and her husband Andrew, and Deidre and her husband Jason. Nothing brought her more joy than being "Grammy" to her treasured grandchildren: Brayden, Ember, and Gabby, each of whom lit up her world.

Sharlene will be remembered for her sharp wit, resilience, and her steadfast dedication to her family, friends, and students.

Her funeral service will be held graveside at 1:00 pm on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Stepiner Cemetery, 776 Baker St., West Roxbury.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her honor may be made to Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.