Some nominations:
- Kristen Overman, President of Dedham Library Innovation Team, donated TONS of hours to coordinate the Dedham Reads Together month-long reading event, Murder at the Main Mystery & Speakeasy fundraisers, and has raised thousands of dollars for the libraries.
- Monika Wilkinson, founder of Dedham Welcome Wagon, involved with Dedham Parent Time (now Dedham Shines), Dedham public art bunny project
- Todd O'Connor, volunteers MANY hours to do "behind the scenes" work for Dedham Youth Soccer Assn.

former Riverdale School Principal and volunteer- John Raffa

and the Math Maven - Nancy Clement

Mary Hathaway- 50+ year resident of Dedham. She has put 10 children through the Dedham school system, and has 3 children, 10 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren still living in town. Over the years, she has volunteered countless hours to many programs including Dedham Boosters, Dedham Rec, and St Susanna's Church. She is a long time town meeting member, and continues to assist the elderly and others around town who require special assistance.

Tracey White , volunteers for a number of boards and fundraiser's for the town of Dedham. If Tracey is not sitting or volunteering on one the the boards below you will always find her with her camera taking pictures at almost every sporting event, fundraiser in Dedham and sending the pictures out to people . Therefore, I strongly recommend her for nomination for the Mayor of Dedham, without reservation.
SIncerely,
Patti Stanley-Sullivan
Dedham Youth Baseball Board Member
Dedham High Booster Member
Dedham Day Volunteer
All Night Graduation Party Volunteer
BAA Boston Marathon Volunteer
Bernie’s Run Volunteer
Dedham Clipper Volunteer
Flag Day Parade Volunteer
DHS Volunteer Cheer Coach
Dedham Unity Day Organizer
Food Pantry Volunteer
Dedham Police/Mason Child ID Volunteer
James Joyce Ramble Volunteer
Former DMS PTO President
Former Greenlodge PTO member

I would also like to nominate Mary Hathaway for Mayor of Dedham. I am a long-time fan of Mary's. She is a devoted mother, grandmother, friend, neighbor and parishioner. If Mary isn't volunteering at the church or for some charity event, then she is probably driving the "elderly" around town. Mary is a very young 84 year old who would do anything for anyone. I believe Mary is very deserving of the position of Mayor of Dedham.
-Denise Nelligan

I nominate Jack and Eric Linari of Jack and Eric's Pirate Lemonade! Since 2008 this dynamic duo has set up shop at the Dedham Farmer's market and each Wednesday, rain or shine, they sell cups of lemonade for a charity of their choice . Jack and Eric are a two great role models for the citizens of Dedham, but especially the children of Dedham. Jack and Eric have sacrificed their summer Wednesday afternoons to raise funds for the Gregory Riley Memorial Playground, Dedham Food Pantry, Pine Ridge Animal Shelter and the PinkRose Foundation. Most recently they announed this year's donations will go to the Home Base Program to help out our Veterans and their families. You've set the bar high and set a wonderful example for your peers, boys. May they follow in your footsteps! Dedham (and beyond!) is a better place with a bright future because of you!

I nominate Mary Hathaway for Mayor of Dedham. I grew up next door to Mary. Mary was always watching out for all of us to make sure we were safe. She was the one who always would bring over food when someone was sick and always an encouraging word when someone was in need. It was Mary who went door to door to let us all know when the Pan Am plane was shot down and one of our neighbors was on board that plane. She organized everyone on what they could do to help the Kelly family. Even though she had 10 children of her own to take care of, she always made time for the rest of the children in the neighborhood. Mary was and is still very active in her church and all charities. She is always volunteering for whatever is needed in the town. She still drives the elderly around town when they need to get to a doctor or to a social event. Not long ago on a trip home, while waiting at the airport for the Logan Express to Braintree, a woman asked me where I was from. I told her Dedham and she asked me if I knew Mary Hathaway. It made me smile and proud to tell this woman that I grew up next door to her. Mary is still there for everyone- her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, neighbors, parishoners, Dedhamites, and anyone who needs a kind word or a helping hand. I think Mary Hathaway would be an excellent candidate for Mayor of Dedham.

Linda Patterson Victoria

I would like to nominate Mary Hathaway for Mayor of Dedham. She is well known in Riverdale and I have known her and her family for many years. She would be a wonderful choice.

Linda King Morell

Mary Hathaway , the above comments say it all. If there were more people like her the world would be a better place

Mary Hathaway!

I nominate Mary Hathaway for this honor.

Hands down, Mary Hathaway deserves this nomination!

Mary Hathaway deserves the nomination! An amazing woman!

To echo many others before me, Mary Hathaway! The stories of her lifetime could fill many volumes! She has had a positive effect on COUNTLESS people, especially in Dedham!

My vote is also for Tracey White. Patti did a very nice job summarizing all the public service hours dedicated to the overall well being of Dedham that Tracey performs on a daily basis. But what I find remarkable about Tracey is her selflessness. In her performance of those individualized random acts of kindness that happen when no one else is watching that make Tracey the genuine, thoughtful person that we all have come to love. Tracey embodies what it truly means to be a good citizen of the town. I think it is about time that we, as a community, publically thank Tracey for all that she does for us.

I most humbly nominate Mary Hathaway....Her kindness, humor, compassion and generosity are endless. You may even have a pair of mittens in your house that she has knitted( and continues to make for the kids at Riverdale School) over the last 50 years. She has been and continues to be an inspiration to many.

Mary Hathaway would get my vote........... a Great Lady and being the "Mayor of Dedham" would be a Great Honor for her......... it would be hard to find someone else that could ever fill her shoes !!! Good Luck Mary :)

Yes I would like to join the many others who nominate Mary Hathaway for mayor of Dedham. She is a wonderful lady and it would be a great honor for her.

Mary Hathaway for sure. A great woman

Mary Hathaway is most deserving of this honor!

I, too, nominate Mary Hathaway for mayor of Dedham! She has graciously volunteered countless hours to serve the town of Dedham. She is a role model to many and exemplifies what it truly means to be a good citizen and part of the community! At 84 years young, she would be an amazing mayor!

I nominate Mary Hathaway....I have had the pleasure of knowing Mary and her family for 45 years...I do believe anyone that knows Mary would agree she is most deserving of this honor! It would be such a thrill to honor this wonderful women that has done so much for others all her life!!!

Mary Hathaway for mayor of Dedham

I nominate mary hathaway for mayor of Dedham!

I would nominate Mary Hathaway for mayor of Dedham

I nominate mary hathaway for mayor of Dedham!

I too would vote for Mary Hathaway as the Mayor of Dedham as a lifelong resident of Dedham.

I vote for Mary Hathaway. She will be a great mayor.

Mary Hathaway all the way!!!

I nominate Mary Hathaway for Mayor of Dedham. She is the model of a great citizen of the town!

My nomination goes to Mrs. Mary Hathaway.

I nominate Mary Hathaway. She has done so much me and for my family in the past.
She has always been a very giving and loving woman putting others before herself, always.

I nominate Tracey White.

Tracey White is the first to help anyone in need, without ever looking for recognition. it is time Dedham recognizes her selflessness, and willingness to help, by naming her "Mayor of Dedham."

I nominate Tracey White as Mayor of Dedham!

I nominate Mary Hathaway.

In January of 1960 I was the census taker for Precinct 2 in Dedham. When I came to # 13 Mass. Ave I met this kid with a babe in her arms (one of four at that time). She was a sweet little Irish girl with the same brogue she has today. We have been friends ever since. Her name proudly held, Mary Hathaway! Mary is a devout Catholic, brings Holy Communion to the sick, and chauffers many people to and fro. Mary sews, knits and crochets for everyone. You all know the rest of the good that she does. I am just adding my two cents worth to honor her as I know there will be many. She has had many downs but has been strong throughout. And all her children are a credit to her. Love you Mary,
Evelyn Dorsheimer

I hereby nominate TRACEY WHITE!!!!!

I nominate TRACEY WHITE!

Peter H. Reynolds - Founder & Visionary of the Dedham Square Circle, New York Times best-selling author and illustrator, and owner of two Dedham Square businesses, should be nomited as Mayor of Dedham, MA. His continual selfless volunteer and monetary support of Dedham, MA has ignited passion amongst Square Business owners, residents, and volunteers to make the commercial center of Dedham more vibrant and active over the past 12 years. His drive, dedication, and support of those civically involved in the town is incredible and remarkable. He deserves our support to guarantee a brighter future in Dedham, MA for years to come.

I vote Tracey White

I vote for Tracey White, as Patti and other have said, there is not an event in this town that I have not seen her at, working, volunteering at or just taking great pictures for all of us to enjoy!

I nominate Tracey White

I nominate Tracey White for Mayor of Dedham!!!!

If you ever wanted a "true blue" friend and neighbor then Mary is your gal. She was the first neighbor to welcome my family into our new home in Riverdale 42 years ago and remains the same kind, sincere, giving neighbor today. Our lives in Riverdale and all of Dedham have been so enriched by this "Irish Blessing" who is so deserving of this honor. We've always called her the "Mayor of Dedham", it is time she was named officially. Good Luck Mary, you're so deserving of this honor. Kathy Baron

I nominate Tracey White for Mayor of Dedham MA!

Give me a "T" give me an "R" give me an "A" give me a "C"
give me an "E" give me a "Y"- I nominate Tracey Tracey Tracey White!!

Tracey White! It's all about Community ...and the "KIDS" in the community! I nominate TRACEY

I nominate the wonderful Mary Hathaway, she has done so much for so many in the town of Dedham, young and old, Mary is always there to do whatever she can !! Mary is the most deserving to be the Mayor of Dedham !!

I nominate Tracey White. The number of hours she puts in supporting the kids of Dedham and others is amazing!

Tracey White all the way!! Go Tracey!!!!

I nominate Mrs. Hathaway (Mary)!! Go Girl!!

I nominate Mary Hathaway for Mayor of Dedham!

I nominate Tracey White for Mayor of Dedham

Tracey White for Mayor

Tracey White for Mayor

I nominate Tracey White for Mayor - Samantha Gentile

Mary Hathaway for Mayor

My vote is for Mary Hathaway. i have know her for over 54.5yrs. She is a compassionate mother, grandmother and one woman that would do anything for you. She has a heart of gold and a strong spirit. She lives, breathes and supports Dedham to its fullest. She was always there for me when I fell down and needed a bandaid. She was there to give you some sound advice, she was there when you needed someone to talk to and she was there to watch over you when your mother was out. She was the Mayor of Mass Ave and she would make a great Mayor of Dedham because "she is always there for Dedham". Tom Burnham formerly of Mass Ave Dedham.

Tracey for Mayor!

Mary Hathaway-Outstanding choice for Mayor!!

I vote for Tracey White! She deserves it!

Tracey White! She's been involved in everything from PTO and baseball to being everyone's photographer to being the best mom anyone could ask for, and not just to Austin, Lily and I.

I would also like to nominate Mary Hathaway. Mary has been volunteering in Dedham for more than 50 years. Mary continues to volunteer her time to the Riverdale School, the Boosters Club,Town Meeting,and to the needs other senior citizens in the town. She truly deserves the honor of being Mayor of Dedham.

I too, nominate my mother Mary Hathaway for Mayor of Dedham. She has put her 10 children through the Dedham School Systems and continues to be an active 84 year old member of the Community. Although I currently live in New Jersey, I am fully aware of what goes on in Dedham on a daily basis. This is purely due to the fact that my mother sends me the Dedham Times regularly, highlighting what is going on in Dedham and what she thinks I should know about. Her involvement in the community over the years has shown her to be a self-less individual. Let's give her the recognition she deserves, the recognition that she has never once asked for. A tribute to a life-long citizen of Dedham-Mary Hathaway for Mayor.

Mary Hathaway is so deserving of this honor. She has raised a wonderful family and continues to be involved in the community. She's one of the first people I met when we moved to Dedham more than 40 years ago. She is still a wonderful friend and role model. Mary, we'd like to honor you for all you have given to the town of Dedham! Pat Cronin