Michael R. Barton

Michael R. Barton, of Waltham, passed away at his home on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, at the age of 61.

Mike was born in Marlborough, the son of the late Alfred and Theresa (Santella) Barton, and was raised in Hudson. After graduating from Hudson High School, he earned his bachelor’s degree from Worcester Polytechnic Institute.

A Waltham resident for more than thirty years, Mike built a career designing, building, documenting, and integrating machinery for production use. For the last 20 years, he worked for Machine Device Company in Waltham. Previously, he had been a senior manufacturing engineer in the machine design group at Boston Scientific Corporation from 1989 to 2003.

Mike had many hobbies throughout his life, including his love for the outdoors, marksmanship, and aquatic life. He enjoyed being a member of the Concord Rod and Gun Club. He was also a beloved member of Antioch Community Church of Waltham where he formed many lasting friendships. As a dedicated member of the South Coast Tropical Fish Society, he found great joy in caring for his fish and sharing his passion for aquatic life with others.

He is survived by his beloved son, Michael J. Barton of Waltham; his sister, Tammy Johnson, and her husband, Todd Johnson, of Hudson, along with their children; as well as many cherished cousins.

Family and friends will honor and remember Mike’s life by gathering for graveside services at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 10th, at Grove Hill Cemetery, 290 Main Street, Waltham.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Community Day Center of Waltham, 16 Felton St, Waltham, MA 02453, or online at https://www.communitydaycenter.org.