Anthony “Tony” Moretto – 59, of Methuen and formerly of North Reading, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 30, 2019.

Born in Boston, MA on January 29, 1960, he was the son of the late Charles and Margaret (Kelly) Moretto. Tony was a graduate of North Reading High School. He has been a resident of Methuen for the past 16 years and was a member of St. Lucy’s Church.

Tony was a self-employed licensed plumber for many years, he recently worked for Climate Design and Tower & Williams.

Tony always put everyone else first. He had such a big heart and his children and grandson were the absolute world to him. He was the first to crack a joke and always made everyone laugh. He took the most pride in drawing with his children, coaching sports and being Mr. Fix it. He also enjoyed gardening and was a baseball card collector. Tony would turn any normal situation into something fun and exciting.

Family members include his loving wife, Melissa (Cincotta) Moretto; his son, Charles Moretto; his daughters, Toni and Gia Moretto, all of Methuen; brothers, Charles “Chuck” Moretto and his wife Jeanne of Weymouth, Steven Sonia of San Diego, CA, Gary Moretto and his wife Jen of Wilmington and Richard Moretto of Boston; his sisters, Christine MacHugh and her husband Phillip of Wakefield and Charly Moretto of Chicago, IL; his grandson, Jordan Pappalardo and many nieces and nephews.

His Funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Wednesday, November 6 at 9:15 AM, followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street (Rt. 62), North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, November 5 from 4 to 8 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, www. stjude.org/donate

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Anerio  P.  Cincotta – 82, of Stoneham and formerly of North Reading, died Friday, October 18, 2019 at Winchester Hospital, after a lengthy illness.

Born in North Reading on May 18, 1937, he was the son of the late John and Raphael (Tellerino) Cincotta.

Anerio trained in construction, demolitions and firearms as a soldier with the U.S. Army Reserves Combat Engineers. He has been a resident of Stoneham for the past 57 years. He was a life member of the National Rifle Association and the Republican National Committee.

As a young man he worked as a driver for Fox & Ginn Freight Trucking Company, and had a small gunsmith business in his garage named Al’s Gun Shop. As his business grew, with his wife by his side, he expanded into firearms, camping gear and general sporting goods, opening “Sportsland”, a place for outdoor enthusiasts.

He owned and operated Northeast Auto Body & Towing Service for several years, eventually transitioning to the general manager and claims adjuster for Peter Fuller Cadillac in Boston.

He also worked for the North Shore Bus Company where he prepared competitive bids and managed a fleet of school buses, providing transportation to many communities throughout Massachusetts.

Anerio owned and operated Cincotta Express, Inc., a nationwide moving and storage company. He was an agent for National Van Lines, which hauled commercial products and household goods for the Department of Defense.  He developed the business into a fleet of tractor-trailers and moving trucks.  He owned several storage warehouse facilities in northern Massachusetts and opened a second location in Atlanta, Georgia.  He enjoyed being on the road driving his tractor-trailer, exploring and looking for adventure.

A lifelong entrepreneur and businessman he recognized opportunity others could not see.  He was a strong man with a vision, always thinking of ways to generate income and grow his businesses.  He was willing to take calculated risks and challenges most people would not attempt. In business he had successes and failures, learning lessons along the way. Life was not always perfect; there were a few bumps along his chosen path but he never let missteps define who he was. He enjoyed talking with people and could tell a story that would leave you wondering if it was fact or fiction. He enjoyed working with his hands and seemed to always know just how to fix something.

He loved trucks, tractors, equipment and tools. He was an avid reader and enjoyed history and politics. In his retirement he bought and sold antiques.

Anerio enjoyed being with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He loved his family and provided a good life for them.

Family members include his loving wife of 62 years, Marilyn I. (Cerino) Cincotta; his son, Paul M. Cincotta and his wife Erin; his daughter, Deborah J. See and her husband Jonathan; grandchildren, Melissa LaMalfa, Jonathan P., Courtney, Thomas, Lillian and Rebecca See, Caroline and Richard Cintcotta; great grandchildren, Luciana LaMalfa and Carter Lawson; his brother, Richard Correlle. He was the brother of the late Paul, Lou, Bernie and Tony Correlle, Jennie Collins and Mary Grecco. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held on Thursday, October 24 at 10:30 AM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 23 from 4 to 7 PM. Burial will be in the Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to:  Compassionate Care ALS, website –www.ccals.org

Col. Louis Datillo, USMC Retired – 87, of Beverly and formerly of North Reading, died Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at the Masconomet Healthcare Center in Topsfield. He was the beloved husband of 62 years to the late Laura M. (Turcotte) Datillo.

Born in Beverly, MA on July 8, 1932. He was the son of the late Kenneth “Red” and Mary Datillo. Lou was raised and attended school in Beverly and was a graduate of Beverly High School, Class of 1950 and a graduate of Boston University, Class of 1954.

He was a proud U.S. Marine Corp’s Veteran of the Korean War, he served from 1954 to 1978 and achieved the rank of Colonel. He later worked in the private sector at Liberty Mutual and John Hancock Insurance Companies.

Lou was a former resident of North Reading for 47 years. He was active in many organizations in town. He was one of the original organizers of North Reading Pop Warner Football. He was the Director of the North Reading High School Marching Band and coached for many years with the North Reading Men’s Softball League. He was the Director of the North Reading Recreation Committee and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Lou was the Commander of the Vittori-Rocci Post No. 56 in Beverly for several years. He was the Commanding Officer for the U.S. Marine Corp’s Reserve Amphibious Unit in Lawrence in the 1970’s.

Family members include his daughter, Desneige M. Datillo of North Reading; sons, Peter K. Datillo and his wife Katey of East Kingston, NH and Matthew A. Datillo of Winthrop; grandchildren, Isabella Grace Datillo, Alexander Louis Datillo and Nicholas Donald Datillo of East Kingston, NH; he was the father of the late Jeanne and Louis, Jr. Datillo and brother of the late Josephine Datillo.

His Funeral will be held on Saturday, October 19 at 9:45 AM from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., North Reading, followed by a 11:00 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter St. (Rt. 62), North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Friday, October 18 from 4 to 8 PM. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

William  F.  Brennan, Jr. – 79, of Port St. Lucie, FL, formerly of Clearwater, FL and North Reading, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at the Salerno Bay Health and Rehabilitation Center in Stuart, FL.

Born in Lowell, MA on April 12, 1940. He was the son of the late William F., Sr. and Sylvia (Dooley) Brennan. Bill was raised in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1958. He was also a graduate of Salem State College and Tufts University, where he received his Master’s Degree.

Bill was a Teacher, Guidance Counselor and the Director of Special Education at North Reading High School. He later worked in the insurance industry for Transamerica, Cal Farm and Mutual of Omaha.

Family members include his loving wife, Veronica (McQuarrie) Brennan; sons, William F. Brennan, III, and his wife Nancy of Palm Bay, FL, Michael A. Brennan and his wife Jody of Grafton and Stephen T. Brennan and his wife Judy of Plymouth, MI; brothers, Peter D. Brennan, James Bunker and the late Thomas R. Bunker; sisters, Sylvia McDonald and the late Phyllis McCarty and Elinor Rountree; nine grandchildren, Chris, Alyssa, Michael, Stephanie, Jacqueline, Brian, Amy, Taylor and Madison; and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 26, 2019 from 2 to 4 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to Dana Farber Cancer Institute or to Alzheimer’s Association, SE Florida Chapter, Washington, DC 20090. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Janet  L.  (Smith) Ward – 82, of Windham, NH and formerly of North Reading, and Charlestown, died Wednesday, October 9, 2019 at Winchester Hospital. She was the beloved wife of the late Richard A. Ward.

Born in Boston, MA on December 2, 1936, she was the daughter of the late Irving L. and Louise M. (Chaiampa) Smith. She was a graduate of Lynn Classical High School. Jan has been a resident Windham for the past ten years and a former resident of North Reading for 47 years.

Jan work at her family owned Sully’s Donut Shop in North Reading for many years and was a homemaker. Jan Ward was tough to get to know, but once you did, she was a friend for life. She told you how she felt, no matter the outcome. She was loving, caring, genuine, very funny and tough as they come. She was a most loving mother.

She loved plants, gardens, her Christmas Cactus and her coffee. Jan was a great cook, she loved her time on the computer with all Astro Garden friends. Jan was a camper at Hidden Valley Campground for over 30 years.

Jan loved her Yorkshire Terrier Faith for 12 years. She loved to read books, watch movies and most of all she loved her four sons.

Family members include her loving four sons, Richard J. Ward of North Reading, Carl S. Ward of CA, Russell B. Ward of Windham, NH and Michael Ward of North Reading; grandchildren, Jessica, Kyle, Richard, Alicia, Rachel, Nick, Page, Shauna and Stephanie Ward and several great grandchildren.

Her funeral will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Monday, October 21 at 10:30 AM. Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 20 from 2 to 5 PM. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one’s choice. www.croswellfuneralhome.com