North Reading Obituaries

Lester H.N. Burnham, 82

An ambitious, well-respected and loyal man who cherished his family


By AUBREY KELLY

MELROSE — Lester H.N. “Bud” Burnham, a longtime resident of Melrose, passed away at home on Friday, October 15, 2021 at age 82.

Lester was born in Boston on March 21, 1939, the son of the late Judith A. (Nelson) and Harold…

 

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Evelyn Tomacelli, 95

A loving wife, mother, grandmother and aunt

PEABODY — Evelyn (Parent) Tomacelli, 95, of Brooksby Village in Peabody, formerly of Needham, passed away peacefully on October 11, 2021 surrounded by her loving family.

Evelyn was born on February 26, 1926 in St. Leonard, New Brunswick, Canada to Edmund and Emma (Dube) Parent. Evelyn was the…

 

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Ernest J. Brandano

A man who had a love for simple pleasures and lived life to the fullest

MELROSE — It is with deepest sorrow we announce that Ernest (Ernie) J. Brandano, son of the late Florence (DeNapoli) and Albert Brandano of Melrose, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 20, 2021 at his home in Melrose. Ernie was…

 

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William Paul Heffernan, 81

Enjoyed traveling, woodworking and digital photography

WAKEFIELD — William Paul Heffernan, 81, of Wakefield, formerly of Somerville and Medford, passed away on October 11, 2021 after a long illness.

Paul is survived by his spouse of 57 years, the former Eileen Hooley of Arlington; three sons: Tom and his wife, Alisa, of San Diego; Dave…

 

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Leslie Silvern, 80

A man who had a love for simple pleasures and lived life to the fullest


EXETER, N.H. — Leslie Esach “Doc” Silvern passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at the age of 80 in Exeter, N.H. He died peacefully after being surrounded by loved ones in his final days.

Doc was born in Manhattan,…

 

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Virginia M. LeClair, 82

A family-oriented woman who loved the ocean, music and dancing

CHELSEA — Virginia M. (Fobert) LeClair, of Chelsea, formerly of North Easton, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 4, 2021 at the Kaplan Hospice House in Danvers. She was 82 years of age.

Born in Winthrop, Virginia was the daughter of the late Leo and…

 

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Anthony M. Celani, 88

Retired president of New England Sports Cars; enjoyed traveling and music

LYNNFIELD — Anthony M. Celani, 88, of Lynnfield and formerly of Melrose, died October 1, 2021 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital.

Mr. Celani was raised in Malden, later residing in Melrose, and had been a Lynnfield resident since 1972. He was the retired president and…

 

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James J. Tellier, 60

A man who loved life and had a heart of gold
NORTH READING — James J. Tellier, 60, of North Reading and formerly of Andover, died unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, September 26, 2021.

Born in Methuen on June 21, 1961, he was the loving son of Ellen M. (Dollar) LaCasse of Washington, N.H.…

 

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James J. Durkee, 93

A quiet natured, generous spirit who loved the outdoors
WILMINGTON — James J. Durkee, “Jim,” 93, a life-long resident of Wilmington, passed away at home on September 26, 2021, surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was born on October 13, 1927 to the late Leslie A. and Alice E. (Simpson) Durkee. Jim was raised and…

 

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Aris O’Callaghan, 65

A family-centered woman who was always there for her children

STONEHAM — Aris O’Callaghan, 65, of Stoneham and formerly of North Reading, died unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 21, 2021.

Born in Stoneham on February 13, 1956, she was the daughter of the late John A. and Mary (Curuby) Kourbetsos. She was a…

 

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Dorlores E. Parks, 86

By Aubrey Kelly

NORTH READING — Dolores E. (Akel) Parks of North Reading, passed away on Sunday, Septembter 26, 2021 at the age of 86.

Born on April 19, 1935, she was the daughter of the late John and Najla Akel. Dolores was the beloved wife of the late Milton Parks. She was the devoted…

 

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John Michael and Elsa Quinn

Loving couple will be deeply missed by friends and family

MELROSE — The family of John Michael (January 4, 1931 – April 17, 2020) and Elsa Quinn (March 18, 1933 – January 31, 2021) kindly invites relatives and friends to join them in a celebration of the lives of their loved ones, whom they shall…

 

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