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Erich Richard Haberman
A software architect, he was a constant presence at his children’s activities.
Erich Richard Haberman, 46, of Medway, passed away surrounded by his family following a courageous two-month battle with cancer in late November 2024. Born in Methuen, he was the son of Victoria H. Venuti of Manchester, New Hampshire, and Richard W. Haberman and his wife, Valerie, of Las Vegas, Nevada. He was the husband of 12 years to Nicole (Champagne) Haberman of Medway and father to his beloved children, Charlotte and Noah.
Formerly of Raymond and Dover New Hampshire, Erich has been a Medway resident since 2012. Erich was a highly decorated top graduate of Raymond High School, and he earned his bachelor’s degree from Keene State College and his master’s degree from Boston University. Erich loved his long career in technology, first as a software engineer and later as a software architect. For ten years Erich worked for biotechnology firm Foundation Medicine, where his software coding and leadership helped streamline advances in cancer research and testing. Most recently, he was proudly pioneering artificial intelligence and machine learning projects for Nike.
An exceptionally proud father, every moment of Erich’s spare time was spent engaged with his two “miracle babies” and his wife. Family moments shared on frequent hikes around Massachusetts, during summer Cape Cod adventures, and on treasured Disney vacations were incredibly special to Erich. A constant presence at his children’s activities, Erich shared his time and talents as an assistant coach for Medway Youth Baseball and Soccer and was a devoted gymnastics, swim team, and Boy Scout and Girl Scout parent.
Erich brought his easy brilliance and quick wit to every interaction with his many friends, colleagues, and extended family. He never left a conversation without interjecting a well-timed quip to make everyone smile, and his enormous capacity for love and kindness was evident in his every interaction. Erich shared deep bonds with his parents, his sister Melissa, and brother Gregory, and he treasured special occasions with his many nieces and nephews. An avid fan of all Boston sports teams, his heart was particularly devoted to the Boston Bruins. Erich was heavily involved with CrossFit Tri-County in Bellingham, where he loved working out and pushing himself to new limits. Erich was an animal lover who found profound delight in the companionship of his Golden Retriever, Daisy, and his two Siamese cats, Violet and Pearl. His love for his family, friends, and pets was a testament to the warmth and kindness he radiated.
In addition to his wife, Erich is survived by two children, Charlotte and Noah Haberman of Medway; his siblings, Gregory Hill and partner Jamie of Madbury, NH, and Melissa Haberman and partner Shawn of Manchester, NH; his in-laws, Dennis and Karen Champagne of Orleans, MA, Shirley Picard and Andrew Mastalerz of Woonsocket, RI, and his brothers and sisters-in-law, Geoffrey Champagne and his wife, Micaela, of Forestdale, MA, Alyssa Champagne and her husband, Joseph Bell, of Los Angeles, CA, and Andrew Champagne and his wife, Gwen, of Katy, TX. He also leaves behind many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 1st from 2:00-5:00 p.m. at Chesmore Funeral Home of Holliston, 854 Washington St. A funeral service will take place on Monday, December 2nd at 11:00 a.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church in Sherborn. Services will also be live-streamed from UU Sherborn and can be viewed at this link: https://uuac.org/streaming-service/. Private Interment will be held. While flowers are welcomed, donations may also be made to Donate Life. Erich was the grateful recipient of a lifesaving liver transplant in 2011, and donations to this cause are appreciated (donatelife.net).
Brenda Toney Moore
Brenda was a graduate of Medway High School, class of 1958, and Newbury Junior College.
Brenda (Toney) Moore, 84, a resident of Coventry, CT and formerly of Medway, Franklin, Manomet and Bellingham, died on November 22, 2024. Born in Brighton, she was the daughter of the late Walter Sr. and Mildred (Butcher) Toney of Medway. Brenda was the spouse of the late James Moore.
Brenda was a graduate of Medway High School, class of 1958, and Newbury Junior College.
Brenda is survived by her daughter, Mary-Jane Bryant and her husband James of Coventry CT, her grandchildren, Craig and spouse Julie Bryant of East Lyme CT and Sean and spouse Nicole of Hebron CT, and her great grandchildren, Kendall, Kason and Maura. She is also survived by her foster daughter, Claire Rupp and her daughters, Amy and Lisa.
Brenda is survived by her sister, Deborah and spouse Richard Carlson of Medway and their children and spouses, Heather and David Souza, Erik and Julie Carlson, and Adam Carlson. Brenda was the great-aunt of Ethan and Ivy Souza, and Ingrid and Soren Carlson.
Brenda was predeceased by her brother, Walter Toney Jr. of Chelmsford, but survived by his spouse, Dianne and their children, Jody, Scott, Jill and Jennifer.
Brenda was also predeceased by her other sister and spouse, Sara and Larry Rubin of Medway.
Brenda is also survived by many loving cousins.
Brenda enjoyed many hobbies that included attending antique car shows, antiquing, knitting and playing cribbage. She also enjoyed being a part of the Lions Club of Coventry CT.
The family wishes to acknowledge the special care that Brenda received from caregivers Annamarie Tamayo and D’anna Tamayo.
Burial will be at Knollwood Memorial Park in Canton MA at a later date TBD.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Visiting Nurse & Health Services, 8 Keynote Drive, Vernon CT 06066.
