Wayne Peter Staltare

Mr. Wayne P. Staltare, 77, of Milford MA died Friday evening (January 24, 2025) at Blaire House of Milford after a period of declining health. He was the beloved husband of Patricia B. (Riccardelli) Staltare.

Wayne was born in Worcester MA, the son of the late Peter Staltare and the late Mary (Barillaro) Staltare. He was a graduate of Seekonk MA High School and also a graduate of the former Worcester State College. Later in life he also attained his master’s degree from the former Worcester State College.

Wayne proudly served in the United States Coast Guard from 1967 to 1971. Following his tour of duty in the US Coast Guard he began his long career working in the restaurant industry. He started by working in the family’s restaurant business and then moved on to working at various restaurants on Cape Cod, including the Hearth & Kettle Restaurant and at Bobbby Burns Pub.

From there he moved on to working at the Piccadilly Pub located in Worcester MA. Following that He became manager of Cobblestone’s Restaurant located in Milford MA. He then co-owned & operated his own restaurants named Dominicks’s located in Franklin MA, Humphrey’s in Mendon MA & finally One Flight Down in Milford MA.

Wayne then changed career paths, and began his career as a teacher for the Worcester public school system, a job which brought him great satisfaction, retiring in 2014.

Being a “thoughtful man”, one of Wayne’s passions was writing. He also was an avid golfer; loved horseback riding; loved being by the water & fishing; and also loved to listen to music, especially the “Moody Blues”.

Along with his beloved wife of 30 years, he is survived by his step-daughter: Nadine Morelli and her husband Thomas Morelli of Milford MA; his 2 grandchildren: Thomas Morelli Jr. and Olivia Morelli; also several nieces & nephews.

Wayne was the brother of the late Joseph Staltare & the late Ernest Staltare.

In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A Celebration of his Life will be held on SATURDAY (February 22nd) at 1:00PM at The Hoboken Citizens Club, 252 Central Street, Milford MA.

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