North Reading Obituaries

U.S. Navy Korean War veteran who loved to bowl and play cards

NORTH READING — Robert L. Cofer, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and cherished member of the community, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2023 at the age of 91 years.

Robert lived a remarkable life filled with love, laughter and countless memories…

Enjoyed four wheelin’, clam boils, cars and all things technology

BOSTON — Timothy P. Amaral, 66, passed away peacefully after a lengthy illness on July 8, 2023 at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Tim was born in Fall River and graduated from North Reading High School in 1976.

Tim worked at the G.P. Hale Co…

Longtime resident enjoyed family, friends and adventures

NORTH READING — Teresa L. (Calorio) O’Connor, 77, of North Reading and formerly of Cambridge, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Winchester Hospital.

Born in Cambridge on November 27, 1945, she was the daughter of the late John L. and Caroline N. (Accardi) Calorio. She…

United Methodist Church elder was dedicated to family and social justice

MARLBOROUGH, N.H. — Robert K. Sweet Jr., 85, died at home on June 29, 2023 with his loving family surrounding him.

Bob was born in Upton, Mass. on Oct. 11, 1937 to Robert and Ruth Sweet. After graduating from Grafton High School, he…

His life brimmed with cherished moments, dear friends, and a loving family

ALTON, N.H. – John C. Rodgers, 84, passed away peacefully during the early morning hours on Rattlesnake Island, Lake Winnipesaukee in Alton N.H. on June 25, 2023.

Born on September 3, 1938, in Winchester, Massachusetts, he entered the world as the cherished…

A compassionate person who took pride in helping others

NORTH READING — Jennifer Strong, of North Reading, passed away on Friday, June 30, 2023 at the age of 45.  Born in Winchester, she was the beloved daughter of the late Douglas and Anne (Tessier) Strong.

Jennifer grew up in North Reading and was a graduate of…

Devoted husband and father was known for his generosity

BREWSTER — John Stanley Brophy, 60, of Brewster, Mass., passed away Friday, June 23, 2023.

The son of James Edward and Marcia Mae (Black) Brophy, he was born in Melrose and raised in North Reading. John moved to Cape Cod in 2005 where he met his…

Was always willing to help her loved ones

NORTH READING — Karen (Almeida) Troiano, of North Reading, formerly of Wakefield, passed away suddenly on June 23, 2023. She was 53 years old.

Karen was a graduate of Wakefield Memorial High School, class of 1988, and later obtained her bachelor’s degree from Boston University. She…

NORTH READING — Teresa L. O’Connor, 77, of North Reading, passed away on Sunday, July 2, 2023 at Winchester Hospital. Arrangements are incomplete at press time and are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. (978-664-3031) [email protected] Complete notice to follow next week.

USAF veteran had many interests

NORTH READING — Michael (Mike) Anthony Tiberio, 53, of North Reading passed away peacefully on June 16, 2023 after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Born on July 23, 1969, in Methuen, Mike was a loving husband, devoted father, and loyal friend.

Mike is survived by the loves of his…