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William Atherton Obituary

William Atherton, 71, of West Boylston, MA, and The Villages, Florida, formerly of Milford, MA died Saturday, June 7, 2014 in St. Vincents Hospital, Worcester, MA. He was born in Salford, England, son of the late Francis and Elizabeth (Morgan) Atherton. Mr. Atherton was a graduate of Milford High School, Milford, MA, a graduate of Worcester State College and received his Masters Degree in Education from Framingham State College. He was an Educator and Administrator for the Wellesley School System for 40 years, retiring in 2007. Bill was an excellent piano player, an avid golfer, he loved to garden, cook and spend time with his family and friends. He is survived by three children: Kristine Maglione and her husband Joseph of Worcester, MA; William Atherton Jr., and his partner Allyson Kirsch of Falmouth, MA; Melissa Brindisi and her husband Peter of Oxford, MA; two brothers: Ian Atherton and his wife Karen of New Hampshire; David Atherton and his wife Doreen of Milford, MA; four grandchildren: Alyssa Maglione, Cassandra Brindisi, Evan Brindisi and Emma Brindisi; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Mr. Athertons funeral will be held Friday, June 13, 2014 at 9:00 am from the James E. Kellett and Son Funeral Home, 21 West St., Milford, MA followed by a service in the funeral home at 10:00 am. Burial will be in Vernon Grove Cemetery, Milford, MA. Calling hours are Thursday, June 12, 2014 from 5:00-8:00 pm. www.kellettandson.com

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Published by The Wellesley Townsman from Jun. 11 to Jun. 18, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for William Atherton

10 Entries

Beth Evangelista

June 24, 2014

Kris, Joe and Alyssa I am so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers, at this difficult and sorrowful time. My deepest sympathy. Love You

Carol Hiller

June 15, 2014

Deepest Sympathy to all the family.

Janice Wagner

June 13, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a classmate of mine in junior high . 'Will pray for Bill and his family.
Warmly, Janice(Consoletti)Wagner- Worcester,MA

Carrie Bryant

June 12, 2014

Mr. Atherton was one of my favorite teachers at WMS and a wonderful man. He was passionate about his subject and, more importantly, his students. I loved going to his class everyday and I feel fortunate to have had him as my teacher. I was so sad to read of his death; please know that you are in my thoughts and I hope that you find comfort in all of the wonderful memories you have of him. I certainly will remember him fondly. Education in our country would surely benefit from more people like Mr. Atherton entering the field.

Cassie Freddy IV and Lucas

June 11, 2014

I love you guys! I am here whenever you need me... I am so sorry and he will be missed terribly... wish I could have been there more and please don't hesitate if there is anything I can do... love u all very much! <3 xoxo

Renee and Anthony Balzarini

June 11, 2014

Kris, Bill and Missy, We are so sorry for the loss of your dad. Losing a parent is so devasting. Thankfully his suffering is over, but now your suffering begins. And for that we are truly sorry that you must endure such pain.

Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. We pray you find comfort and strength. We love you guys. Love Renee and Anthony

George and Cheryl Corman

June 11, 2014

Bill could light up any room and always the lives of those he knew and loved. He will be greatly missed.

Bob & Sandy Bettencourt

June 10, 2014

Kris, Joe and Alyssa
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Yor are in our thoughts and prayers.

Forrest Nieman

June 10, 2014

We are sorry for your loss. He was in our golf group here in the Villages and we always looked forward to his upbeat personality. He didn't even like the cold days here in Fla so I can imagine his dislike for the winters in the north his last years there. Even through the rare cold mornings here, he would come out and ride along just to be a part of our group, I would have liked to know him better to hear his stories.
Our condolenses,
Forrest Nieman

Devin, Nadine, Tyler, Jake & Kyrsten DuBois

June 10, 2014

Kris, Bill & Auntie Minnie we are so sorry for your loss. May all your memories of your dad comfort you thru this difficult time. We love you.

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