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Bruce Hainsworth 1923 - 2020

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Bruce D. Hainsworth, 97, died peacefully on March 12, 2020 at Norwood Hospital. Prior to his 2017 move to the Village at Willow Crossings in Mansfield, Bruce (and his signature bow ties) had been a fixture in Foxboro for more years than anyone can count. He was well-known for his dry sense of humor as well as his kind and gentle disposition.

After high school in Pittsfield, Bruce earned his BS at Worcester Polytechnic Institute before enlisting for World War II, where he served in the Navy in the Pacific theater. When he returned home, he earned his MS at Cornell University and began his career at the Foxboro Company as a chemical engineer.

He married Patricia Conway in 1954 and they set up their home on South Street. Together they raised four children – Mary, Eugenie, John, and Paul. Bruce enjoyed chronicling his family’s milestones, vacations, and everyday goings-on with his camera, and he leaves a treasure trove of 35mm slides to his heirs. He also spent many happy hours puttering in his workshop, where he built tables, bookcases, kitchen counters, and desks for each of his children.

Bruce worked for 40 years at the Foxboro Company in a wide range of engineering and management positions. He was the Company’s representative at the Massachusetts Business Roundtable and other industry organizations, and also served on various committees proposing changes in the healthcare insurance industry.

Bruce was a member of Bethany Congregational Church in Foxboro, serving as an Elder for many years. He also worked with the Foxboro Public Schools on various planning and curriculum issues. In later years, Bruce was a volunteer house manager and helper for the Walpole Footlighters for many years. While Bruce worked, his wife Pat acted and directed on our stage in countless productions. You likely heard Bruce and Pat perform together as the priest calling Bingo numbers and the woman who called "BINGO!" in our production of Good People. 

He is survived by his wife, four children, six grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

Relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend calling hours on Sunday, March 15, 2020 from 1 PM to 4 PM at the Roberts and Sons Funeral Home, 30 South Street, Foxborough. Due to the current health concerns, a memorial gathering for Bruce will be held at a later date.
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In lieu of flowers we encourage you to honor Bruce’s memory by giving to a charity of your choice, or any other kind deed.

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  • Plan Your Visit
    • Snow Policy
  • About Us
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        • Savannah Slide Show
        • Radium Girls Slide Show
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        • Charlie Brown Slide show
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    • COVID-19 Protocols
    • Harassment Policy
    • History >
      • 90th Anniversary Slide Show
    • Accessibility and Inclusion
  • Tickets
    • FAQ for Subscribers
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    • Card to Culture
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    • Board of Directors Job Descriptions >
      • President
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      • Secretary
      • Treasurer
      • Public Relations Manager
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      • Play Selection Committee Chair
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    • 2025 Scholarship - Macy Cyr
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    • 2025 Scholarship - Maggie Dornisch
    • 2025 Scholarship - Francesca Goodsell
    • 2024 Scholarship - Alexandra Richardson
    • 2023 Scholarship - Rishabh Nevatia
    • 2022 Scholarship - Sophia Goodsell
    • 2021 Scholarship - Mahoney Cyr
    • 2021 Scholarship - Brenna Hughes
    • 2021 Scholarship - Cate Lightbody
    • 2018 Scholarship - Riley Mulroy
    • 2017 Scholarship - Mia Straccia
    • 2016 Scholarship - Bridget Connell
    • 2015 Scholarship - Marc Sheehan
    • 2014 Scholarship - Michael McKeon
  • Dan Sheehan Lifetime Achievement Award
  • In Memoriam
    • Bill Bowen 1952-2024
    • Rosemary Mitchell 1944 - 2022
    • Kathleen Hardigan 1970 - 2022
    • Marge Scholz 1930 - 2021
    • Bruce Hainsworth 1923 - 2020
    • Rich Morton 1948 - 2019
    • Gene Guidi 1937 - 2019
    • Parker Chick 1932 - 2018
    • Barbara Pettis 1936 - 2017
    • Roger Pettis 1939 - 2016
    • Rita Rosano 1931 - 2016
    • Ceil Koziol 1922 - 2012
    • Joseph P. Scholz 1926 - 2008
    • Tom Svingen 1935 - 2006
    • Ed Kanter 1931 - 2004
    • Harry Harding 1904 - 2002
    • Sam Greiff 1921 - 2002
    • Sue Bennett Fielding 1928 - 2001
    • Eleanor "Soosie" Harding 1906 - 1999
    • Angelo "Beebe" DeFlaminis 1916 - 1998
    • John F. Ryan, Ph.D 1908-1982
    • John Goss 1887-1963
  • Walpole Footlighters Privacy Policy