North Reading Obituaries

Retired RN who enjoyed caring for others

PEABODY — Alice G. (Wolsey) Long, 85, of Peabody, formerly of Lynnfield and North Reading, passed away at her home on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Born in Malden on May 9, 1940, she was the daughter of the late George and Mildred A. (Hudson) Wolsey.  She was raised and…

Family, faith and hosting memorable celebrations were central to his life

NORTH READING — Michael J. Celata, 87, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2025 in North Reading.

Born on August 1, 1938 in Boston, Massachusetts to the late Anthony and Marie (Bonavera) Celata, Michael kept his family and faith at the center of his…

Dedicated herself to helping others in need

NORTH ANDOVER — Shelby P. Aims, 59, of North Andover and formerly of North Reading, passed away at her home on November 21, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Stoneham on July 29, 1966, she was the daughter of the late Bayard P. and Margaret A. (Scott) Aims. She…

Enjoyed square dancing, bowling, sewing and making people smile

NORTH READING — Mary Jo (Leneski) Noonan, 91, of North Reading and formerly of Malden, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14, 2025, surrounded by the love and comfort of her family in the home she cherished for more than 60 years.

Mary was predeceased by…

Foreign language teacher who enjoyed summers at Chewonki Campground with family, friends

NORTH READING — Richard Webster Ham, 95, of North Reading, Mass., husband of the late Joleen Glidden Ham, passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at his home in North Reading.

Dick was born in Winchester, Massachusetts on June 8, 1930 to Robert…

NORTH READING — Kenneth E. Story, Jr., 83, of North Reading and formerly of Lynn, died on Saturday, November 22, 2025. He leaves his wife of 59 years, Amy R. (Parker) Story, and their two children, his son, Kenneth E. Story, III and his wife Kelli, and his daughter, Laura (Story) DeAngelis; five grandchildren, two great-grandchildren…

Carried her warmth and determination into everything she did

WILMINGTON — Sylvia (Brennan) McDonald, 79, of Wilmington, Mass., formerly of North Reading, Mass., passed peacefully at The Sawtelle Family Hospice House in Reading on November 22, 2025.

Born at Winchester Hospital, Sylvia lived a full and devoted life centered around her family, her work, and…

NORTH ANDOVER — Shelby P. Aims, 59, of North Andover and formerly of North Reading, passed away at her home on November 21, 2025. Arrangements are incomplete at press time and are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com.

Skilled lawyer who cherished her family, cultivated friendships and reveled in life

NORTH READING — Kathleen “Kathy” Marie Chaloux, 68, cherished mother, wife, Nana, and the very best friend you could ask for, passed away on Friday, November 14, 2025, following a courageous battle with Alzheimer’s disease.

Born in Warwick, Rhode Island on December 8…

Loving and devoted wife and mother

NORTH READING — Mary Katherine Ronco, of North Reading, November 10, 2025, at the age of 66 passed away quietly, surrounded by her loving family after a courageous and long fought illness.

Mary is the loving wife of 41 years to Scott Ronco. She was the loving and devoted…

Known for his big smile and even bigger heart

IPSWICH — Daniel John Gresek, Jr., 39, of Ipswich, passed away peacefully early Thursday morning, November 6, 2025 in his mother’s arms. Born on November 5, 1986, he was a graduate of Ipswich High School.

When Daniel was younger, he could be seen around Little Neck…