North Reading Obituaries

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…

Had an exuberant zest for life and love of family

NORTH READING — William Thomas (Bill) Welch, 90, a resident of North Reading for 66 years, departed peacefully on Sunday, October 5, 2025, after bravely facing a traumatic brain injury earlier this year. He joined his cherished wife, Camille (Arena) Welch, just four weeks after…

Loved nature, all creatures, and the feel of soil on her hands

GROVELAND — Belinda Kate (Taylor) Tompkins, 62, of Groveland passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025, with her loving family by her side. 

Belinda was born on May 22,1963 in Worcester. She was a graduate of North Reading High School, class of…

Family was his greatest pride and joy

NORTH READING — David Morton, 83, of North Reading, passed away peacefully on August 21, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father and respected local businessman, David lived a full life built on love, hard work and a deep commitment to his family, company, the…

Known for determination and work ethic; remembered kindness and unwavering devotion

NORTH READING — On Saturday, September 6, 2025, Marjorie A. (Hamilton) MacNeil of North Reading, formerly Reading passed away peacefully at the age of 94.

She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Andrea J. Cassidy and Robert E. MacNeil; her grandchildren, Rebecca…

Talented artist and homemaker who enjoyed singing and acting

Gloria Faye Surette passed away on August 1, 2025 in McMinnville Oregon. She was 95 years old.

Gloria was born on February 3, 1930 in Jonesport, Maine to Bernard C. Crowley and Lelia Beatrice Crowley.

Gloria’s father worked for Consolidated Lobster Co. in Jonesport and her…