North Reading Obituaries

Member of first Hornets football team; had a gift for all things mechanical

NORTH READING — John Puglia, 81, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024 in his home in North Reading.

He attended Reading High School and later North Reading High School when the town opened its first high school.  While in school he participated…

Had a passion for life, traveling, theatre, volunteering and helping anyone in need

WAKEFIELD — Frances Mary Cheney, 77, of Wakefield and formerly of North Reading, died Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington.

Born in Chelsea on October 8, 1946, Frances was the loving daughter of…

Korean combat veteran and jack of all trades who was proud of his children

NORTH READING — William “Bill” Emerson O’Brien, 92, passed away peacefully at home on his cherished farm on Sunday, June 16, 2024, surrounded by his large loving family.

Bill was born and raised in Reading, Massachusetts where he attended and graduated…

Her door was always open to family and cherished friends

NORTH READING — Judith “Judie” K. (Tkachuk) Giannetto, 79, of North Reading, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2024 at Sunrise Assisted Living of Lynnfield. Judie was born on April 24, 1945, in Chelsea to the late Paul and Sophie Tkachuk. She is the former…

Architect who enjoyed boating, golfing and dancing with his wife

NORTH READING – Joseph V. Tringale Sr. passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2024 surrounded by many members of his family.

Joseph is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Lorraine (Porriello) Tringale. He was a caring father of three sons, Joseph V. Jr…

Enjoyed fishing, New England sports teams and time spent with family

NORTH READING — Malcolm L. Card, 78, beloved husband of Mary (O’Leary) Card, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Born in Boston on January 27, 1946, he was the beloved son of the late Malcolm and Katherine (Rooney…

Accomplished carpenter and home builder

VENICE, Fla. — Thomas Jeffrey “Tom” Munroe, 66, passed away surrounded by loved ones in Venice, Florida on June 2, 2024 following a brief illness.

Born January 5, 1958, Tom was raised in Lynnfield. As a teenager, he showed a knack for craftsmanship, fixing up sports cars and boats…

Avid reader with a kind spirit; worked at library for 30 years

WAKEFIELD — Mary Ann O’Neil, 72, of Wakefield, formerly of Stoneham, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, June 7, 2024 at the Lahey Hospital & Medical Center.

Born in Woburn on April 8, 1952 to the late Charles F. and Rose (Fitzgerald) Day, she…

Avid bowler who enjoyed Bingo

MANCHESTER, N.H. — Jeanne F. (Morrow) Ivester, 96, of Manchester, N.H., and formerly of North Reading, died at her home on Thursday, June 6, 2024. She was the beloved wife of the late John M. Ivester.

Born in Winchester on August 12, 1927, she was the daughter of the late…

Enjoyed golfing, pickleball and vacationing in Maine

NORTH READING — Carole Ann Mason, beloved wife of John P. Mason, passed away on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at the age of 75.  Carole was born in Indiana, Pennsylvania to the late Lawrence and Ester (Huey) Moss.

Carole grew up in Pitman, N.J.  After graduating from Pitman…

A family man who was always willing to help anyone out

NORTH READING — George L. Lord, 87, of North Reading, died at his home on Monday, May 27, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Dorothy “Bobbie” (Rees) Lord.

Born in Stoneham on April 23, 1937, he was the son of the…