North Reading Obituaries

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 30, 2026

Helping those in need was her calling; loved children, animals, gardening and books

SOUTH WEYMOUTH — Cheryl Ann Atkinson, 69, of South Weymouth passed away at home unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.

Born in Melrose on December 9, 1956, she was the daughter of…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 23, 2026

NORTH READING — Carol M. (White) Hale, of North Reading, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at the age of 84 after a period of decline. Despite her failing health, Carol could always summon a bright smile for her family and those who…

Enjoyed skiing, golfing, biking, tennis and time at the family cottage

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 16, 2026

NORTH READING — John Patrick Mason, 83, devoted husband of the late Carole Ann Mason, passed away on March 8, 2026.

Born in Gardner, Massachusetts, and raised in Winchendon, Massachusetts, John graduated from…

Accomplished artist and art consultant who cherished her family and friends

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 16, 2026

NORTH READING — Judith A. (Schena) Spurr of North Reading passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at her home. She was 86 years of age.

Born on Friday, December 1, 1939…

A fun, loving, creative person who lived life with joy and enthusiasm

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 16, 2026

HAVERHILL — Jane Ella Manion Spicer, 84, of Haverhill, formerly of North Reading and Everett, died on Saturday March 28, 2026.

Born in Everett on September 4, 1941, Jane was the daughter…

Enjoyed traveling, all animals, horseback riding and writing to pen pals

Published in the North Reading Transcript on April 16, 2026

SUMMERVILLE, South Carolina — Rosemary A. MacKinnon, 76, of Summerville, South Carolina, and formerly of North Reading, Mass., died on April 10, 2026.

Born on December 7, 1949, she was the daughter of…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 26, 2026

Known for her green thumb, love of animals, campfires with family and the beach

NORTH READING — Audrey (Kimball) Gilbo, 86, of DeLand, Florida and Three Rivers, Michigan, formerly of North Reading, Mass/, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, surrounded by her loving…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 26, 2026

Enjoyed family camping trips, gatherings, concerts and time spent with grandchildren

READING — Sharon A. (Knight) Heselton, 78, of Reading and formerly of North Reading, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. She was the wife of the late Frederick M. Heselton.

Born in…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 26, 2026

A devoted mother who was fun-loving, thoughtful and adventurous

Christina E. (Safiol) Pastore, of Weston, passed away after a long illness on March 20, 2026.

Born on September 4, 1969 in Memphis, Tennessee to George E. Safiol and the late Demetra K. Safiol, she was…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 19, 2026

Known for her incredible warmth, unwavering strength, and immense love for her family

NORTH READING — Sharon L. (Lanza) Coviello, 71, of North Reading, died peacefully with loved ones on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at Winchester Hospital.

Born in Boston on November 14, 1954, she…

Published in the North Reading Transcript on March 19, 2026

Retired Somerville Fire Lieutenant and U.S. Marine Corps veteran

NORTH READING — Daniel P. Matthews, 90, of North Reading and formerly of Somerville, passed away on Monday, March 9, 2026.

A retired Lieutenant of the Somerville Fire Department, he was a 35-year member of the…