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 North Reading High School. She then attended Westfield State College. A caring and compassionate person, Jennifer took great pride in helping others in need. She worked as a personal care assistant and then a counselor for those in need.
Jennifer enjoyed summers at Lake Winnipesaukee, going to Hampton Beach and Newport, Rhode Island, and especially listening to music. Later in Jennifer’s life, her focus changed to her own health care. She will be deeply missed by her loving family and close friends.
Jennifer is the beloved sister of Matthew Strong and his wife Amanda, and the cherished aunt of Cameron and Skylar Strong. She is the loving niece and Goddaughter of Susan Teixeira and her late husband Richard, niece of Rick Strong and his wife Janice, Ellen McCarty and her husband Ed, and the late Paul and late David. Jennifer leaves many loving cousins, her beloved dog Winston, and her close friend and caretaker Lisa Malonson.
A private ceremony will be held for Jenn at St. Theresa’s Church and burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, North Reading.
Family and friends are invited to celebrate Jennifer’s life at Luna Rossa, 1699 Shawsheen St., Tewksbury on Thursday, July 6 from 4 to 7 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Jennifer’s memory to the MSPCA, 400 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844 or online at www.mspca.org.
For information, directions and to leave an online condolence, please visit www.cotafuneralhomes.com.
