John Stafford Obituary
John Stafford (Needham, Massachusetts), born on December 6, 1937, passed away on October 19, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Mary and George; and his sister Charlotte of Ireland. He is survived by: his spouse Bridie Connelly; his siblings, Mae, Ned, Tony, Ray and Norman; and his children, John (Patricia Stafford), Colleen (Peter Dierker) and Robert (Marie Stafford).
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Henry J. Burke & Sons Funeral Home (56 Washington St, Wellesley, MA 02481). A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Saint John the Evangelist Church (9 Glen Rd, Wellesley, MA 02481). A burial will be held on Tuesday, October 27th 2026 at the St. Mary's Cemetery (57 Wellesley Ave, Needham, MA 02494).
The family requests any memorial contributions be made to the Alzheimer's Association (https://www.alz.org) 320 Nevada Street, Suite 201, Newton, MA. 02460. Consider a donation, as requested by the family.
