North Reading Obituaries

Loved traveling, gift-giving and the casino

NORTH READING — Ann C. (Carlin) Connors, 90, of North Reading and formerly of Somerville, passed away on Monday, November 6, 2023 at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center. She was the beloved wife of the late William V. Connors.

Born in Boston on July 28, 1933, she was…

Teacher aid who served as union president for LPS Para Professionals

LYNNFIELD — Mildred F. Johnson of Lynnfield and a Lynn native, died Friday, November 10, 2023 in Burlington at age 99.

She was born in Lynn on June 19, 1924 and was the daughter of the late Ralph H. and Alice (Pendleton) Field. She…

Enjoyed golf and travel

YORK, Maine — Richard E. Curtis, 83, of Styles Lane, York, Maine, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 3, 2023 at home.

He was born December 1, 1939 in Everett to the late Richard E. and Winifred (Whalen) Curtis, Sr. His siblings, Elizabeth Curtis Clark and Lenored Clark, brother-in-law; Francis Curtis…

Pioneer in field of interactive immersive art; founding member of multimedia art collective, USCO

NORTH READING — Michael Phillips Callahan, Sr., 79, of North Reading, Mass., passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

A quiet, discerning, and caring man, Michael will be missed not only by family, but also by many…

Talented gardener who loved to crochet and read mystery novels

WAKEFIELD — Sandra M. Ball, age 74, of Wakefield, died on Monday, August 28, 2023 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital after a short illness.

She was the loving wife of the late Harold J. Ball for 50 years. She was born in Winchester on November 13…

A well-traveled man who had visited seven continents

NORTH READING — Richard L. Johnson, of North Reading, formerly of Woburn, passed away after a brief illness on Monday, October 30, 2023. He was 87 years of age.

Born and raised in Woburn, he was the son of the late Eric G., and the late Dorothea…

Renowned portrait artist who cultivated stunning Bonsai trees

NORTH READING — Rebecca (Kean) Blanchard, born on September 10, 1940, peacefully passed away, surrounded by family on October 18, 2023 at the age of 83. She was a beloved wife and mother and her departure leaves a void that will be deeply felt by all…

Horseshoe Grille server was an entrepreneur and a great golfer

NORTH READING — Donna Marie (Galante) Anderson, 80, died on October 26, 2023.

Born in Lynn on August 31, 1943, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Hazel (Berrett) Galante of Saugus. Donna was the loving wife of the late John (“Jack…

Business owner loved Irish music, trips to Ireland

NORTH READING — Timothy “Tim” McCarthy of North Reading died on October 29, 2023. He was born on October 5, 1945, a son of the late Michael and Margaret McCarthy.

He was the beloved husband of Mary Ann McCarthy. Tim was the loving father of Fiona…

Generous listener and talented singer who enjoyed traveling and yachting

FORT LAUDERDALE, Florida — Virginia “Ginny” Irene (Bigham) Jones, 88, of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on October 24, 2023.

She was the wife of 70 years to her North Reading hometown sweetheart, Elmer R. Jones. She was the daughter of…

Sports fan proudly belonged to local Knights of Columbus

NORTH ANDOVER — Charles W. Hersey Jr., 73, of North Andover, passed away on October 13, 2023. Charles was born on January 19, 1950 in Somerville to the late Charles and Marion (Wilkins) Hersey.

Charles worked in the state’s Treasurer’s office, serving as a computer…

Enjoyed sailing adventures, restoring antique cars and a good pun

NORTH READING — Paul W. Eisenhaure, 76, passed away on October 19, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife Katherine, of Tewksbury, his sons, Thomas and Jeffrey, and two grandchildren.

Paul was the youngest of five born to Stephen and Florence (Scott) Eisenhaure…