We are saddened to share that Dr. Robert Stacks passed away on Friday, March 4th.

Dr. Stacks was the face and soul of Roslindale Pediatrics. He was an incredibly talented pediatrician who cared deeply for the community he served. We are so proud to have worked with him and learned from him for many years.

Dr. Stacks joined Dr. John Bowers in 1971 as the second pediatrician at Roslindale Pediatrics. He dedicated himself to Roslindale Pediatrics for 45 years. During those years, he touched the lives of thousands of children and their families. If you were lucky enough to have known Dr. Stacks, you remember a clever nickname he gave you, his quick wit, his friendly disposition, and his calm demeanor.

In addition to caring for patients, Dr. Stacks was also a mentor to the pediatricians and staff who joined him at Roslindale Pediatrics. He wore many hats at RPA, also running the administrative and business aspects of RPA, a job that came to him naturally from the years he spent helping to run his family’s pharmacy before he became a doctor.

Throughout his years, Dr. Stacks was recognized for his exemplary work as a pediatrician. Dr. Stacks was named Community Pediatrician of the Year by Children’s Hospital and was recognized as one of Boston’s Best Pediatricians by Boston Magazine. We would argue he was also one of the best dressed pediatricians in the country.

After his retirement, he helped to continue to run the administrative aspects of Roslindale Pediatrics for several years. He oversaw the design and building of our current space on Centre Street, and would often stop by to check in and share some stories. The entire staff will miss those impromptu visits.

Over the past few years, he had spent his winters in California, which is where he passed away suddenly this past week.

We extend our deepest sympathy to his wife Leslie, their children and grandchildren.

Details of the services can be found through this link.