1986 TIOT Opening Tribute The Norwood community joins the Hughes family in mourning the unexpected passing of Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. on July 25, 2026, at the age of … Continue reading In Memoriam: Walter J. “Wally” Hughes Jr. (1947 – July 25, 2026)
In Memoriam: Principal John P. Piccirilli
Principal John P. Piccirilli guided Norwood High School through decades of academic, cultural, and structural change. His steady leadership, compassion, and commitment to students shaped the lives of thousands. We honor his remarkable legacy and service to the Norwood community.
In Memory of Timothy J. McDonough (February 21, 1965 – March 12, 2026)
A Life of Service, Community, and Unwavering Norwood Pride On March 12, 2026, the Town of Norwood lost one of its most dedicated public servants and most beloved neighbors with … Continue reading In Memory of Timothy J. McDonough (February 21, 1965 – March 12, 2026)
In Memoriam-John J. Carroll
Norwood General Manager John J. Carroll (photo: Boston Globe) John J. Carroll 1928-2023 Born to Irish immigrant parents in Boston, John J. Carroll graduated with a civil engineering degree from … Continue reading In Memoriam-John J. Carroll
Daniel E. Callahan Jr., 82, Former Selectman and Longtime Norwood Merchant-August 8, 1992
Daniel E. Callahan Jr., 82, a lifelong Norwood resident, former town selectman, and staple of the local business community who operated Callahan's Furniture for half a century, passed away Thursday at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston.
Norwood Mourns and Honors Beloved Coach and Sportswriter Frank Wall-August 10, 1991
Norwood mourned the loss of legendary Little League coach and sportswriter Frank "Sails" Wall, who passed away at age 62 after dedicating 38 years to local youth sports.
Obituary: Irma U. Diggs, Longtime Norwood Educator, Community Leader, and Athlete-July 23, 1990
Community members in Norwood and Sharon are mourning the loss of Irma U. Diggs, a dedicated kindergarten teacher, Tufts athlete, and civic leader who passed away at age 75.
400 Gather to Mourn Slain Norwood Teen-June 15, 1990
A community gathers in grief as family, friends, and classmates from Norwood High School mourn a friendly teenager with dreams of Howard University.
In Memoriam: Clement A. Riley (1905–1988)
Norwood honors the life of Clement A. Riley, a towering figure in local government and state public safety whose decades of service left a lasting civic legacy.