Steven M. Walkinshaw Obituary

Steve M. Walkinshaw, 62, of Rockport, husband of Linda C. Gilbert, passed away on January 23, 2023. Steve was born in New Bedford, MA, grew up in Arlington and spent many wonderful summers in Rockport during his youth. Eventually, he resided in Rockport where he raised his family. Upon graduating from Northeastern University, he began his 37 year career with the US Department of Transportation in Kendall Square Cambridge. In addition to his job with the DOT, Steve worked for many years at his family's funeral home in Arlington.

He was a former member of the Masonic Lodge in Rockport and Gloucester. He was also a former member of the Rockport Personnel Board. In the early part of his life, Steve was a lifeguard at the Boys and Girls Club of Arlington. Steve enjoyed the beach, playing golf, shooting pool, taking walks, and delighted in spending time with his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Gilbert of Rockport, his father John Walkinshaw of West Palm Beach, Florida, his daughter, Kasey Saville and her husband Bradford of Medford, son, Matthew Walkinshaw of Saugus, brothers, David Walkinshaw and his wife Diane of Jupiter, Fl, Scott Walkinshaw and husband Tom Holleran of Jupiter, Fl, sister, Stacey Walkinshaw Gunn of Palm Beach Gardens, FL, step children, Ryan Gilbert of Rockport, Keri Wilson of Grand Rapids, MI, sister-in-law, Alison Salo and husband Dana , Steve's long time best friend. .

Steve was predeceased by his former wife, Mary Lyn Walkinshaw and his mother, Mabel (Moodie) Walkinshaw.

A graveside service for family and friends will be held on Tuesday, February 7, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. in Locust Grove Cemetery, 90 Langsford Street, Lanesville.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to one of Steve's favorite organizations, Kaplan Family Hospice House, 78 Liberty St., Danvers, MA 01923.

Arrangements by the Greely Funeral Home, 212 Washington Street, Gloucester.