Eric J. "Big Mac" Boothby

GRAFTON – Eric J. “Big Mac” Boothby, 48, of Grafton, died Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at UMass Memorial – University Campus.

He leaves a daughter, Ashley Hart of Newton, his mother, Kathy Boothby and her significant other Willam Tucker of Maine, three siblings, James Boothby of Richmond, NH, Denise McQuilkin-Bellerose and her husband Leon Bellerose of Southbridge, and Robert Boothby and his fiancée Jennifer Niediek of Mashpee; the mother of his daughter, Tracie Hart of Framingham; nieces and nephews; and a best  friend, Michael Loconto of Grafton. He was predeceased by his father, Richard L. Boothby.  He was born in Marlborough, son of Richard L. Boothby and Kathleen B. (Sheehan) Boothby.   

Eric worked at Cumberland Farms and worked security for the Patriots.  He had a great sense of humor, he loved concerts, and was a Boston sports fanatic.  Eric was a “gentle giant”, he always had a positive vibe, his favorite answer was “no sweat”, and he brought out the best in others.  

A celebration of life service for Eric  will be held on Sunday September 10, 2023 at the Natick AMVETS , 79 Superior Drive Natick, MA  at 1:30 followed by food and and a time of reminiscing.  The family requests that you wear your favorite Boston sports team t-shirt or your favorite band/concert t-shirt to honor Eric's love of sports and music.