North Reading Obituaries

Enjoyed performing in community theater, traveling and entertaining family and friends

NORTH ANDOVER — Mary P. (Cunningham) Beagen – Hudson, 91, of North Andover and formerly of North Reading, passed peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.

Born in Boston on November 4, 1933, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and…

A ‘Jack of all trades’ and lifelong resident who was passionate about his hometown

NORTH READING — William A. Smith, 89, a lifelong resident of North Reading, passed away on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

He was a former member of the North Reading Fire Department, a Lieutenant in the North Reading Police Department, a Selectman…

A talented artist who enjoyed dance, clogging, singing and traveling

NORTH READING — Pauline A. (Martino) Hall, 90, of North Reading, formerly of Wakefield, died in her home, surrounded by family, on Friday, January 24, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Gordon R. Hall for 67 years.

Born in Wakefield on March 19, 1934…

Took great pride in raising a family and creating a loving home

NORTH READING — MarySue (Riggillo) LoChirco, 84, devoted wife of Francesco (Frank) LoChirco, died peacefully on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at the Lahey Hospital in Burlington, Massachusetts.

Born on August 15, 1940 and raised in East Boston, she was the daughter of the…

Enjoyed motorcycling, vacations to Florida and the beach

NORTH READING — Eileen L. (Gardner) McNeil, 63, of North Reading and formerly of Wilmington, died on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 at the Sawtelle Family Hospice House in Reading. She was the beloved wife of the late John F. McNeil.

Born in Winchester on January 27, 1961…

Known for his quick wit, dramatic talents and devotion to his family

NORTH READING – David Earl Reed, 75, of North Reading, moseyed through the pearly gates on January 4, 2025 after a long and courageous battle with Huntington’s Disease.

The son of the late Floyd and Mildred (Gates) Reed, he was born April 5…

Had a smile for everyone

NORTH READING – Linda (Linnell) Leith passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 9, 2024. She was 78 years old. Linda L. Leith of North Reading was born on May 6, 1946 in the Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, Mass. Linda was the daughter of the late Clifton and Mildred Linnell…

A pioneer in satellite communications and a man of great faith

WILMINGTON — Ralph A. Earle, of Wilmington, formerly of North Reading and Huntsville, Alabama, went to be with the Lord on December 27, 2024.

Ralph was born in South Weymouth on July 27, 1943; he was the cherished son of the late Rev. C…

A devoted mother who loved cooking, traveling and hosting gatherings

NORTH READING — Susan Jeanne Kelly, 61, of North Reading, passed away peacefully in her home on Tuesday, December 24, 2024, surrounded by her family.

Born in Lowell, she was the daughter of the late George and Jeanne (Guson) O’Brien.

Susan graduated from Chelmsford High…

Award-winning environmental scientist who was devoted to her family, charitable endeavors and service

GARLAND, Texas — Sharon Fancy Parrish passed away on December 4, 2024 at her home in Garland, Texas after fighting for months to recover from a stroke compounded by her muscular dystrophy. She spent her 70th birthday in a long-term acute care…

U.S. Army veteran who was an avid reader, sports fan and enjoyed thought-provoking movies

WAKEFIELD — Christopher Joseph “Wheat” Gleason, 75, of Wakefield MA, sadly left us on December 6, 2024, after a 20-year battle with heart disease. Christopher died at Tufts Medical Center in Boston, and will fondly be remembered and greatly missed by his…