North Reading Obituaries

Avid motorcyclist who loved the outdoors and hiking in the National Parks

NORTH READING — Steven A. Gallant, 65, of North Reading, died Sunday, June 30, 2024, at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers.

Born in Dighton on April 9, 1959, he was the son of the late Arthur E. and Dorothy…

Owner and mechanic magician of Larkin Lawnmower who loved snowmobiles, motorcycles and drag racing

READING — Harry L. Larkin, 82, of Reading, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, July 11, 2024.

Born in Stoneham on January 19, 1942, he was the second of four boys to the late Herbert M. and Ethel…

U.S. Marine Corps Vietnam veteran was awarded the Purple Heart

PICKENS, S.C. — Robert F. Swenson, 72, of Pickens, South Carolina, formerly of North Reading and North Andover, died on June 17, 2020, in Easley, South Carolina.

He was born in Stoneham on September 4, 1947. He was the son of the late Alfred A. and Isabelle…

Golden Glove fighter, Vietnam veteran and entrepreneur who cherished his family

NORTH READING — Paul F. Ashman, 77, of North Reading, formerly of Melrose and South Boston, and a proud veteran of the United States Air Force, passed away peacefully at the Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital in Bedford on July 6, 2024 surrounded…

A masterful sailor who lived life with integrity and grace

TEWKSBURY — Dean Raymond Gibbons, 76, of Tewksbury, died peacefully and gently in his home, surrounded by love on June 18, 2024.

Born on April 16, 1948, he was the son of the late Raymond T. Gibbons and Pearl (Messenger) Gibbons. He graduated from…

Skilled millwright, avid motorcyclist, grill master and dedicated father

UXBRIDGE — Christopher J. Gaigals, a dedicated father, skilled millwright, and man of generous spirit, passed away on June 5, 2024, at the age of 54.

Chris was born on February 3, 1970, in Lynn, Massachusetts, to Cecile M. (Cloutier) Gaigals of Uxbridge, formerly of North…

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…