Wayland, August 26, 2025
News Summary
The Wayland community reflects on the loss of three respected individuals whose contributions shaped local life: attorney Steven Greene, league founder David Pearlman, and teacher Barbara Harris. Their legacies continue through family, friends, and the values they’ve instilled in the community. Memorial services and donations to charitable organizations have been organized to honor their memories and support their families during this difficult time.
Wayland, MA — Community Mourns Three Respected Local Figures
The fairways of Wayland feel a little quieter this season. The town has lost three familiar faces whose lives touched courtrooms, classrooms, clubhouses, and community diamonds. In a run of news that reads like the back nine of a dramatic match, lawyers, league founders, and beloved teachers have left behind families, friends, and a legacy of service that will be talked about over post-round coffee for years to come.
Steven Terry Greene — A Legal Pro With a Golfer’s Calm
Steven Terry Greene, 76, of Wayland, passed unexpectedly on August 23, 2025. A Dartmouth native who polished his game at Lafayette College and Northeastern University School of Law, Greene spent 47 years as a partner at Riemer & Braunstein LLC. To golf fans in town, he was one of those rare players who combined precision with patience — the kind of competitor who trusts the routine and lets the short game do the talking.
A devoted husband of 40 years to Sylvia and loving father to Max and Jacob, Steven also treasured his grandson Nathan and a wide circle of nieces and nephews. Off the tee, he loved reading, libraries, and classic movies, and he carried a reputation for integrity and a sharp mind that read greens and legal briefs with equal mastery.
Funeral service details were set for August 27, 2025, at Temple Shir Tikva in Wayland at 10:30 AM ET, with burial at Beit Olam East Cemetery. The family held shiva at their Wayland home on the evenings of August 27 (6–8 PM) and August 28 (4–7 PM). Donations in his memory were directed to the Friends of Wayland Free Public Library — a fitting place for a man who loved to browse stacks between rounds.
David Pearlman — The League Founder Who Brought Everyone to the Diamond and the Tee
David Pearlman, 59, passed on February 14, 2025. A Boston-born mover who settled in Metro West, Pearlman founded Pearlman Associates and was a force of personality in Wayland. Known for big laughs and a generous spirit, he created the Wayland Men’s Softball League and served on town boards including the Recreation Commission — the sort of civic energy that keeps a clubhouse lively and a town fielded.
Survived by his wife Jennifer, sons Jake and Alex, brother Eric, an extended family, and loyal dog Gus, Pearlman’s life read like seasons stacked one on top of the other — spring leagues, summer tournaments, fall fundraisers. His funeral was held February 21, 2025, at Temple Shir Tikva at 9:30 AM with interment at Beit Olam East Cemetery. Shiva followed that day at the same temple until 3:30 PM. Donations were directed to the Eliza J. Norton Foundation.
Barbara Harris — A Teacher With a Gardener’s Patience
Barbara Harris, 83, a longtime Wayland resident who hailed from Brooklyn, passed on May 22, 2025, due to renal failure. A graduate of Vassar College and Teachers College at Columbia University, Harris spent her career shaping young minds in public and private high schools and preparing students for college with a tutor’s steady hand.
An avid reader and passionate gardener, she tended rhododendrons with the same careful attention she gave to lesson plans. Her life included decades of medical resilience as a recipient of kidney and pancreas transplants that she managed for 27 years. She is survived by her husband George, children Mark and Laura Clubok, six granddaughters, and her sister Joan Schultz. A graveside service took place on May 25, 2025, at New Montefiore Cemetery in West Babylon, NY, and shiva was observed in New York and Columbus.
What These Losses Mean to Wayland’s Community and Golf Scene
For local golfers, these passings are more than obituary entries. Steven Greene’s calm approach and steady presence at the club mirror the values many players admire: respect for the course, careful preparation, and a little bit of strategy when the chips are down. David Pearlman’s community spirit reminds every captain that leagues are won off the field as much as on it — by organizing, inviting, and keeping the clubhouse door open. And Barbara Harris’s patience and mentorship echo the long-term coaching and caddie-like guidance that veterans give newcomers on the first tee.
In golf terms, these three left their marks like dependable pars on a tough course: not always flashy birdies, but consistent shots that keep the team in contention. Their services and memorials have given family, friends, and teammates a place to gather, share stories, and remember the values they brought to both civic life and recreational camaraderie.
How to Offer Condolences or Support
Friends and neighbors looking to express condolences can attend the listed services, visit the shiva hours, or consider making donations in each person’s memory to the organizations noted by the families. Sharing memories at local clubhouses, rec centers, and on community boards provides another way to honor their community contributions.
Remembering on the Back Nine
In the afterglow of these losses, Wayland’s community will likely find comfort in shared traditions: a moment of silence before league play, dedicating a bench near a green, or arranging a charity tournament. These are the rituals that keep legacies alive, not as headlines, but as part of the town’s living history — told over coffee, scorecards, and under the shade of the clubhouse eaves.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were the funeral and shiva arrangements for Steven Terry Greene?
Funeral service was on August 27, 2025 at Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland, MA at 10:30 AM ET. Burial followed at Beit Olam East Cemetery. Shiva was held at the family’s Wayland home on August 27 (6–8 PM) and August 28 (4–7 PM). Donations to Friends of Wayland Free Public Library were suggested.
When were David Pearlman’s services and where can donations be made?
David Pearlman’s funeral took place on February 21, 2025 at Temple Shir Tikva at 9:30 AM, with interment at Beit Olam East Cemetery. Shiva was observed the same day at Temple Shir Tikva until 3:30 PM. Donations were directed to the Eliza J. Norton Foundation.
How did Barbara Harris pass and where were memorials held?
Barbara Harris passed on May 22, 2025 from renal failure. A graveside service was held on May 25, 2025 at New Montefiore Cemetery, West Babylon, NY. Shiva was observed in New York and Columbus, and donations could be made to a charity of choice in her memory.
How can local golf clubs honor these community members?
Clubs can organize memorial tournaments, dedicate a bench or tee marker, hold a moment of silence before league play, or support the charities chosen by the families. These gestures connect the playing field to community remembrance.
Who survived each individual?
Steven Greene is survived by his wife Sylvia, children Max and Jacob, grandson Nathan, and extended family. David Pearlman is survived by his wife Jennifer, sons Jake and Alex, brother Eric, and extended family, including his dog Gus. Barbara Harris is survived by her husband George, son Mark, daughter Laura, six granddaughters, and sister Joan Schultz.
Quick Reference: Service and Donation Details
| Name | Age | Service Date & Location | Shiva / Visitation | Suggested Donations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Steven Terry Greene | 76 | August 27, 2025 — Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland, MA; burial at Beit Olam East Cemetery | Aug 27 (6–8 PM) & Aug 28 (4–7 PM) at family home, Wayland | Friends of Wayland Free Public Library |
| David Pearlman | 59 | February 21, 2025 — Temple Shir Tikva, Wayland, MA; interment at Beit Olam East Cemetery | Feb 21 at Temple Shir Tikva until 3:30 PM | Eliza J. Norton Foundation |
| Barbara Harris | 83 | May 25, 2025 — Graveside at New Montefiore Cemetery, West Babylon, NY | Observed during the week in New York, NY and Columbus, OH | Charity of choice in her memory |
For Wayland golfers and neighbors alike, these are the kinds of people who remind us that community life is built on steady hands, open hearts, and a willingness to keep the clubhouse warm. Consider honoring them with a round, a story shared before the first tee, or a small act that keeps their spirit in play.
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Additional Resources
- Legacy: Steven Greene Obituary
- Wikipedia: Wayland, Massachusetts
- Dignity Memorial: David Pearlman Obituary
- Google Search: Wayland community news
- Dignity Memorial: Barbara Harris Obituary
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Obituaries
- Lambert Funeral Home: Robert Trottier Obituary
- Tribute Archive: Glenn Halterman Obituary
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