Edwin H. Stiles

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Edwin H. Stiles – 89, of Peabody, formerly of North Reading and Malden, died at his home on Sunday September 20, 2020 with his family by his side. Edwin fought a valiant battle against cancer. He was the loving husband of 53 years to the late Norma J. (Sinclair) Stiles.

Born in Melrose, MA on April 10, 1931, He was the sone of the late Hollis E. and E. Marie (Hills) Stiles. Ed was a graduate of Essex Agricultural Technical High School and the University of Massachusetts at Amherst.

Ed was a U.S. Air Force Veteran having served as Captain from 1955 – 1957. He was a member of the 804th Air Police Squad JAC and was stationed in Morocco and Georgia, USA. He was a member of the Air National Guard from 1957 – 1969.

Ed was a manager for Whittemore Greenhouse from 1956 to 1972. He was Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds, for the North Reading Public School from 1972 until he retired.

Ed was a member of the North Reading Masonic Lodge and Eastern Star, a member of the Senior Echos Choir, North Reading High School Building Committee, the Stiles Family of America and the Brooksby Singers.

He has been a former resident of North Reading, for 53 years, and a resident of Brooksby Village in Peabody for the last 8 years.

Ed was a proud 4th generation Baker’s Islander, who enjoyed spending time with his family, at the  cottage, or anywhere they happened to be. He always helped whomever he could, especially throughout his masonic career. Ed received the Joseph Warren Nettle Award for meritorious service. He also received the Past Masters 50-year certificate. He enjoyed sailing, boating, helping others, and discussing the days events, with his family, while sitting on the deck.

Family members include his loving sons, James E. Stiles and his wife Cindy and Russell H. Stiles; daughters, Gail K. Morrison and her husband John, Jane M. Colton and her husband Josh, 8 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; he was predeceased by his sister Ruth M. Buck.

Private Family Funeral services will be held at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to: Baker’s Island Wharf Co – Pier Project, c/o Treasurer, 19 West Main Street, No 16, Merrimac, MA 01860 www.croswellfuneralhome.com

13 thoughts on “Edwin H. Stiles”

  1. A great family loss. I will never forget going to Bakers island with my cousins in uncle Eddie’s wooden boat.

  5. I’ll always remember his kindness and dry wit. He was a wonderful man. Sending our heartfelt condolences.

  7. So glad we got to see him this past summer at the island…
    Interesting to read about his good life!

  8. I have very fond memories of Ed growing up on Baker’s Island with Gail and Jane. He was quiet and unassuming, but would always help someone where and when he could. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. George & Sandi

  9. Your father and mother had a great impact on my life growing up on Eames Street. Your Dad will be greatly missed, and I am very sorry for your loss.

  11. I am sorry to learn of Ed’s passing. I got to know Ed through his volunteer work serving as a member of the committee that oversaw the construction of the North Reading Middle-High School. Soft-spoken, Ed’s many contributions to the project were thoughtful and succinct. I am grateful to have gotten to know and work with Ed, and I extend my deepest sympathies to his family.

  12. So glad he was able to enjoy Baker’s this past summer. Our condolences to the Stiles family

  13. Dear Russell and family I’m So sorry for your loss!
    You are in my thoughts and prayers♥️
    Seems like yesterday (almost 2 yrs ago) you and your dad were supporting my family after my father passed♥️ So hard to say good bye to our parents. He was a great man! May your memories bring you great comfort and peace in the days and years to come♥️

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