Obituary for Gary R. Greenaway
Gary R. Greenaway, 73, a lifelong Maynard resident, died peacefully Mon. Sept. 23, 2019 with his family at his side at the Care Dimensions Hospice House in Lincoln, MA.
Born in Concord and raised in Maynard, MA he was the son of the late George Robert “Bob” and Thelma (Dawson) Greenaway. Gary is survived by his two brothers David Greenaway and wife Carolyn "Lyn" of Cypress, TX and Richard Greenaway and wife Rachelle "Shelly" of Maynard; his sister Lori Byrne and husband Gerald "Gerry" of Maynard; his only surviving aunt, Lois Baker; and many devoted nieces, nephews and their families.
Gary was the #1 fan of the Maynard sports teams from early childhood and was an icon at all Maynard sporting events, never missing a game. He knew everyone around town, and everyone knew and loved Gary. For the past few years he took up knitting as a hobby, donating over 70 hats to the St. Francis House in Boston. He enjoyed time with his family including vacations in Florida and camping trips to Maine. Gary adored all of his great nieces and nephews, smothering them with hugs and kisses. He will long be remembered for his kindness and big heart.
Visiting hours are Thurs. Sept. 26th from 4-7pm at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Massachusetts Ave (Rte 111) Acton. The funeral service will be held on Fri. Sept. 27th at 10:00 A.M. at the Acton Funeral Home, with burial following with his parents Glenwood Cemetery, Great Rd (Rte 117) Maynard.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations to one of three suggested charities: Minuteman ARC, 35 Forest Ridge Rd, Concord, MA 01742; Friends of Maynard Football, c/o Tim Lawton, 11 Michael Rd, Maynard, MA 01754; or to Till, attn. Carol Perkins, 20 Eastbrook Rd, Suite 201, Dedham, MA 02026-2075, please add “to benefit 9 Reo Rd” on the memo line.
Memorial page actonfuneralhome.com
Born in Concord and raised in Maynard, MA he was the son of the late George Robert “Bob” and Thelma (Dawson) Greenaway. Gary is survived by his two brothers David Greenaway and wife Carolyn "Lyn" of Cypress, TX and Richard Greenaway and wife Rachelle "Shelly" of Maynard; his sister Lori Byrne and husband Gerald "Gerry" of Maynard; his only surviving aunt, Lois Baker; and many devoted nieces, nephews and their families.
Gary was the #1 fan of the Maynard sports teams from early childhood and was an icon at all Maynard sporting events, never missing a game. He knew everyone around town, and everyone knew and loved Gary. For the past few years he took up knitting as a hobby, donating over 70 hats to the St. Francis House in Boston. He enjoyed time with his family including vacations in Florida and camping trips to Maine. Gary adored all of his great nieces and nephews, smothering them with hugs and kisses. He will long be remembered for his kindness and big heart.
Visiting hours are Thurs. Sept. 26th from 4-7pm at the Acton Funeral Home, 470 Massachusetts Ave (Rte 111) Acton. The funeral service will be held on Fri. Sept. 27th at 10:00 A.M. at the Acton Funeral Home, with burial following with his parents Glenwood Cemetery, Great Rd (Rte 117) Maynard.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations to one of three suggested charities: Minuteman ARC, 35 Forest Ridge Rd, Concord, MA 01742; Friends of Maynard Football, c/o Tim Lawton, 11 Michael Rd, Maynard, MA 01754; or to Till, attn. Carol Perkins, 20 Eastbrook Rd, Suite 201, Dedham, MA 02026-2075, please add “to benefit 9 Reo Rd” on the memo line.
Memorial page actonfuneralhome.com