Waltham Firefighter Frost Jr.

Waltham Frost ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Brasco & Sons Memorial Chapels - Waltham on Mar. 17, 2026.Donald Joseph Frost Jr. "Frosty," 75, passed away unexpectedly on March 14, 2026. A long time resident of Waltham, MA, Don was known for his gregarious personality and unmistakable gift of gab. He loved telling stories and could strike up a conversation with just about anyone, often leaving people with a new story to pass on.Don proudly served his community as a member of the Waltham Fire Department for 27 years. In addition to his service at the fire department, he also drove his catering truck, Second Alarm Canteen, where his love of food and people came together. In his retirement years, Don was a driver for Patriot Taxi where he enjoyed doing airport runs, priding himself on the early morning shifts when he was up and everyone else was still in bed. He was a character in every sense of the word.He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Linda Frost and father to Donald J. Frost III and his wife Cindy Ferry of Little Compton, RI , and Matthew Frost of Waltham, MA . He was lovingly known as Papa to his grand daughters Lindsey, Kayla, Madison Frost and his three great grandsons, Sage, Theodore and Montgomery who brought him great pride and joy.Don was the son of the late Donald J. Frost and Carol S. Frost (Popp). He is also survived by his siblings: Charles Frost and his fiancé Sandra Anderson; Linda Riley and her husband William; and Lorry Connolly and her husband Paul. In addition to his immediate family, Don leaves many nieces and nephews.In his younger years, Don enjoyed dancing and was awarded the title Best Dancer of his senior class in 1968. Throughout his life he had a love of food, particularly a good steak - "rare as the chef would allow," a cold Pepsi & Brighams Vanilla ice cream. He also enjoyed lively conversation, and the music of Bruce Springsteen. Above all, he loved spending time with his friends and family reminiscing about the glory days.Don will be remembered for his smile, humor, big appetite, and most importantly his "great hair." His friends and family will cherish the many stories he shared, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.Family & Friends are welcome to gather and celebrate Don's Life to remember the love & friendship he shared with so many others in his lifetime during Visiting Hours in the Mary Catherine Chapel fo Brasco & Sons Memorial, 773 Moody Street, WALTHAM, on Friday March 20th from 12pm until 3pm followed by the sharing of memories and concluding with Waltham Fire Department Honors in recognition of Don's faithful service to the citizens of Waltham.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.