Hudson, MA
Walter H. Zina Sr., 63, a life long resident of Hudson, died on Thursday, Oct. 25th at Marlboro Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Elizabeth A. (Dupree) Zina of Hudson.
Walter was born in Marlboro, son of the late Walter M. and Helen (Frye) Zina. He attended local schools in Hudson and was a graduate of Hudson High School, class of 1967. He was employed by Knight Fuel Co. in Hudson for 26 plus years until his retirement.
Walter was an avid Red Sox fan and N.E. Patriots fan. He enjoyed the music of Elvis Presley and the collection of memorabilia relating to Elvis Presley. He was a member of the Moose Lodge in Marlboro and held the Pilgrim Degree of Merit, the highest honor bestowed upon a member which is a reward for extraordinary service to the order.
Besides his wife, he is survived by his two sons, Walter H. Zina Jr. and Shawn J. Zina, both of Hudson. He is also survived by his three brothers, Steven Zina of Clinton, Thomas Zina of Hampton, NH, James Zina of Hudson; his five sisters, Dorothy Rollins of Northboro, Joan Darling of Barnstead, NH, Zenna Harlow of Clinton, Zorra Hartwell of Georgia, Marcy Mills of Clinton and his many nieces and nephews.
A service and celebration of Walter’s life will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 30th at 11:00 a.m. in the Tighe-Hamilton Funeral Home, Inc. 50 Central Street, Hudson, MA 01749. Burial will follow in Saint Michael’s Cemetery, Hudson. Calling hours for Walter will be held on Monday, Oct. 29th from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. The Marlboro Moose Lodge will be conducting their ritual at 7:30 p.m. on Monday evening in the funeral home.