Yale University

 

In Memoriam

Christopher Wilson Bramley 


Christopher Bramley
1963 graduation

Christopher Wilson Bramley passed away on October 5, 2016 in Westborough, MA, following a six-month battle with leukemia.  He was surrounded by his loving family. 

Chris was a long-time resident of Westborough, and a graduate of Lawrence Academy, Yale University, and the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. 

He spent his long professional career in the banking industry.  He rose to the senior executive level, holding positions as Chief Executive Officer of Shawmut Community Bank, Safety Fund National Bank, and TD Banknorth Massachusetts.  A director of numerous professional organizations, including the Massachusetts Bankers Association, Chris served as President of the Massachusetts Housing Investment Corporation. 

Over the course of three decades, Chris was a leader and supporter of the Boy Scouts of America at both the local and council levels.  He served on the boards of many nonprofit organizations.  Throughout his life, Chris loved his time on the golf course, and was an exceptionally accomplished golfer. 

A devoted family man, Chris also loved hiking, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.  He is survived by his beloved wife of nearly 52 years, Charlotte (Price) Bramley, his children Christopher, Jr., Candice (Silverberg), Craig, and Curtis, and several grandchildren.