Richard L. Cragen

Richard L. Cragen of Malden, Massachusetts (retired to Florida), passed away on Friday, August 29, 2025, at the age of 88.

Born in Malden in 1937, Richard was the cherished son of John and Dorothy Cragen. He was raised and educated locally, graduating from Malden High School, Class of 1955. A few years later, he answered his country’s call by enlisting in the U.S. Navy, where he served for four honorable years. After active duty, he continued his service in the U.S. Naval Reserve for many years.

Returning to civilian life, Richard pursued a degree in Engineering at Northeastern University. He then began a long and fulfilling career with Analog Devices, working as a Sales Professional until his retirement in 1995.

In June 1960, he married his sweetheart, Dorothy Barry, in Arlington, Massachusetts. The couple settled in Malden to raise their family and spent summers in Northwood, New Hampshire. Upon retirement, they relocated to Florida, enjoying nearly 60 years of marriage until Dorothy’s passing in 2019.

Richard was an engaged member of the Malden Elks Lodge and served as a Trustee.

He is survived by his children: Richard L. Cragen Jr. of Wakefield, James F. Cragen of Wakefield, John R. Cragen of Lynn, and Carol J. (Cimetti) and her husband Joseph A. Cimetti Jr. of Northwood, New Hampshire. He also leaves behind seven grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren, who were a great source of joy in his life.

Richard is predeceased in death by his beloved sisters, Carol Bent and Priscilla Davis.

Funeral services are scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Weir‑MacCuish Funeral Home, located at 144 Salem Street, Malden, with interment to follow at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Arlington. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Monday, September 8, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made in Richard’s memory to Swirls Around the World (https://swirlsaroundtheworld.org/), a charity dedicated to childhood cancer causes.

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