The Wakefield family is mourning the loss of Stacy Wakefield, just five months after her husband, former Boston Red Sox pitcher Tim Wakefield, passed away. Stacy, survived by her two children, Brianna and Trevor, died at her Massachusetts home on Feb. 28.
The Wakefield family expressed deep sadness and described Stacy as a beloved mother, daughter, sister, niece, and aunt. They highlighted the immense pain of losing her, especially after Tim’s death less than five months ago.
Stacy’s cause of death was not disclosed; she was 53 years old.
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Stacy and Tim Wakefield passed away within five months of each other.
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Her passing follows Tim Wakefield’s death at 57. Tim was a revered knuckleball pitcher known for his role in the Red Sox’s World Series victories in 2004 and 2007.
The Wakefield family fondly remembers Stacy as a strong, loving, and kind-hearted individual, emphasizing her down-to-earth nature. They find solace in the thought of her reuniting with Tim, her soulmate.
Stacy and Tim were actively involved in philanthropic work, notably supporting the Jimmy Fund, which aids Boston’s Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
The family expressed gratitude to Stacy’s medical team, caretakers, and those who offered support during their arduous journey in recent months.
