Augustus S. “Gus” Lamont

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Augustus S. “Gus” Lamont- a lifelong North Reading resident, passed away Wednesday, January 25, 2023. He was 81 years old.

Born in Boston on July 25, 1941, he was the son of the late Augustus and Concetta (Rizza) Lamont. He moved to North Reading when he was 7 years old and lived his entire life in North Reading.

Gus attended the Batchelder School in North Reading and graduated from North Reading High School class of 1959 where he was Class President. He was a US Navy veteran, received his Bachelor’s degree from Northeastern Univeristy and his Master’s of Science in Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College.

Gus was a retired North Reading Police Sergeant where he spent 32 years on the department. He joined the police department in 1967 and was promoted to Sergeant the following year. At that time, he was the youngest police officer in the state of MA to become Sergeant.   As part of his police career, he also served as the Prosecutor for the Town of North Reading. After retiring from the police department in 1999 he pursued several hobbies but found his passion in beekeeping. He built and maintained several beehives and sold his honey locally. He also was active within the Essex County Bee Association. In addition to his beekeeping, he enjoyed spending winters in Florida, fishing, spending time in Maine, attending all of his grandchildren’s sporting events, and his daily morning coffee with his buddies at Dunkin Donuts.

Gus is survived by his beloved wife Loretta Solimini Lamont and his cherished dog Guido. His loving children Cheri Lamont of North Reading, Scott Lamont of Pasadena, CA and Keith and his wife Kristin Lamont of North Reading. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren Keanna, Makenna, Tiara and Logan Lamont, all of North Reading.

He leaves step-children Annette Oliver and her husband David, Stephen Bonfiglioli and his wife Maria, and Loretta Bonfiglioli. Step-grandchildren Tom and Matthew Oliver, Shelby Valiyev, Olivia and Brooke Bonfiglioli, Miranda Barry, Sophia, Cecilia, Craig Jr, and Lilyanna Boutin. Step-great grandchildren Greyson and Lennon Oliver, Fatima Valiyev, Isla Barry, and Eleanor Oliver. His sister Esther Marano of Revere and his late sister Mary Izzo of Farmington, NH. Many cousins, nieces and nephews. He also leaves his lifelong best friend Richie Barron of FL and his cousins Angelo and Larry LaMonica and the late Sonny LaMonica.

His funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Thursday, February 2 at 9:15 AM, followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 1 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions in memory of Gus may be sent to Lahey Hospital & Medical Center Gift Processing, Office of Philanthropy, 330 Brookline Ave (OV), Boston, MA 02215. Checks should be made out to Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, with “ Gus Lamont, Cancer Center” on the memo line. You may also give online at giving.lahey.org and direct your gift to Cancer Center. CroswellFuneralHome.com

 

25 thoughts on “Augustus S. “Gus” Lamont”

  4. Our prayers are with all who loved and adored Cousin Gus, An amazing man and so very happy we had the opportunity to share moments and laughter in Naples with him and Loretta last year. We send our love ❤️ and we know he’s at peace, God Bless You Gus. With much love, Cousin Chris Leone and Cathy and Nina

  7. Loretta…our deepest sympathy for your loss. Gus was an amazing man. May God bless.

  8. Loretta, I am so so sorry for your loss,you and your family are in my prayers +thoughts ❤️ Butch Spencer

  10. Loretta and family,
    I am so very sorry for your loss. May Gus rest in eternal peace ❤
    Love Cousin Paula Solimini

  12. Loretta, So sorry to hear of your loss. You have our deepest sympathies.
    Carol Rose and John Rickaby

  15. To Gus’s family, Carolyn and I offer our condolences.
    I will miss Gus at our coffee group!
    Gus served our town well as a Policeman, and was good company.
    Peace to all of you

    George and Carolyn Stack

  16. To all of the family of Gus, Marilyn and I are so sorry for your loss. Gus is in our prayers.
    Joe and Marilyn Carriere

  17. So sorry to hear of Gus’s passing. Even though I had moved to NH during our Sophomore year, he had continued to invite me to all of the Class of 59’s Reunions where I enjoyed seeing Gus as well as the rest of my old classmates. My deepest sympathy to his family. Gus will be fondly remembered.

  18. Loretta,
    Gus always had the best interest in our community. He was appreciated by many of his friends. He will be missed. Love to you and your family.
    Jim and Linda Mularczyk

  20. Our heartfelt condolence to all the family. Gus was a great neighbor and friend when we lived in North Reading. Thinking of you all.
    Alex and Gerri Murray

  21. Loretta. I am so sorry for you loss. Our deepest condolences for you and your family. He was such a great guy

  23. So sorry for the loss of cousin Gus . My prayers and thoughts are with his family !
    He will be missed dearly. RIP Gus!
    Love cousin Emily (Leone) Delehanty

  24. M sympathy to Gus’s family. He was a fine gentleman.
    Carol Carbone DiForte , class mate ❤️‍♀️

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