Francis W. (Tare) Newbury, of Weston MA, died suddenly of a massive stroke on Thursday, November 21, 2019.
Tare was the loving husband of Susan Elwell Newbury of 56 years. Born in Cambridge MA, he attended Shady Hill School, Milton Academy class of 1956 and earned his BA in economics from Harvard class of 1960. Upon graduation, Tare joined State Street Bank, eventually becoming senior vice president in charge of the New England Banking division. In 1981 he resigned to co-found Newbury, Piret and Company, a Boston-based investment banking firm, and subsequently became CEO and co-owner of Devco Products, a manufacturer of high-tech windows.
Tare was the Treasurer of his Harvard class, a member of Harvard’s Winthrop House, and a member of the Fox and Hasty Pudding clubs. He was a past member of THE Country Club and Harvard Club of Boston and had leadership roles in all his reunions at both Milton Academy and Harvard College. Tare was a firm believer of stewardship as evidenced by his chairing the finance committee at the Golden Ball Tavern in Weston for over 40 years and recently chairing the endowment for both the Tavern and the First Parish Church in Weston.
Tare's personal foundation was based on integrity and sharing. He was generous with both time and treasure, often asked for career guidance by those confronting change or uncertainty.
Among his greatest loves was his family, gardening with his wife Sue, music, sailing, traveling and being with friends.
Tare leaves his wife; a son, Joshua Ware Newbury of Weston; a daughter, Elizabeth Wickes Newbury of Hudson; a sister, Katherine Dexter McGill of Westwood; a sister-in-law, Nancy Gaylord Powers and husband, Philip L. Powers of Akron, Ohio and many wonderful nephews and nieces.
Family and friends will remember, honor and celebrate Tare's life by gathering at his memorial service at 2 p.m. on Thursday, December 12th in First Parish Church, 349 Boston Post Road, Weston. The Rev. Jeff Barz-Snell will officiate. Burial will be private. There are no calling hours.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Golden Ball Tavern Museum, 662 Boston Post Road, Weston, MA 02493.
