North Reading Obituaries

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…

A skilled tradesman and union steward whose family was the light of his life

DANVILLE, N.H. — Aaron M. Greene, 50, of Danvillle, N.H. and formerly of North Andover and North Reading, Mass., died Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Exeter Hospital, with his wife by his side and after a brief battle with stage 4…

Known for his love of laughter and family, he had a passion for cars, motorcycles and music

NORTH READING — Peter J. Lachiana, 84, of North Reading, died on November 3, 2025. He was the beloved husband of the late Valerie (Miller). Father of Lisa Buckley of North Reading, Peter and his companion Stacy Blaisdell…

Had a deep love for her faith, family and friends

SHERMAN, Texas — Josephine “Jo” (DeLeo) Roberts passed away peacefully in Sherman, Texas on November 20, 2024. She lived to be 103 years old.

Jo was born in New York City on September 3, 1921 to Frank and Elvira DeLeo. After the early death of…

DANVILLE, N.H. — Aaron M. Greene, 50, of Danvillle, N.H. and formerly of North Andover and North Reading, died Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Exeter Hospital.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 6 from 4 to 7 p.m. and the funeral service will be held on Friday, November 7 at 11 a.m. at the…

Former manager of Candlewood Lanes; enjoyed archery, bowling, hunting and diving

NORTH READING — Gordon F. Thornton, 79, of North Reading, passed away at his home on Saturday, October 4, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Malden on November 11, 1946, he was the son of the late Robert and Rita (Norton) Thornton. He…