Michael J. McDonald – 69, of North Reading and formerly of Boston and Andover, died Thursday evening, June 8, 2017 at Winchester Hospital after a long illness.

Born in Boston on June 30, 1947, he was the son of the late James and Mary M. (Fisher) McDonald. He attended North Reading High School, Andover High School, Charlestown High School and the Northeast Regional Vocational School.

Michael was the longtime owner of the McDonald Machine Tool Service of North Reading. He rebuilt and repaired manufacturing equipment in companies throughout New England. His amazing problem solving skills gave him a solid reputation throughout the industry.

He was an early member of the North Reading Minute & Militia, Gloucester Power Squadron, Corinthian Yacht Club, where he was Fleet Captain from1995 to 1998 and in honor of his contributions he was given an honorary lifetime membership in 2008.

Michael had once been described as the toughest man, with the tenderest heart. He had a cheerful, kind demeanor and was the first to come to assistance of anyone in distress. His numerous good deeds were done quietly without boast. In his sailing circle he was known as “no problem” Mike, for his ability to solve mechanical boating issues for others. He had a wicked sense of humor and a loyal devotion to family and friends.

The love of the ocean drew him to his lifelong passion of sailing on his sailboat “Stephanotis” moored in Marblehead. He sailed the New England coast, with his wife and best friend, as First Mate for over thirty years. He crewed on friends boats for adventures in the Caribbean, Bahamas, Bermuda and Florida, etc. He was a certified Scuba diver and just prior to his debilitating stroke in 2007, he was learning how to fly.

Family members include his loving wife of 49 years, Stephanie G. (Short) McDonald; sons, Devin S. McDonald, Trevor M. McDonald and Keith M. McDonald; sisters, Debra Companion, Claire McCoy and the late Catherine McDonald; 6 grandchildren, Ryan, Nicholas, Mitchell, Jill, Chloe and Kylie.

A Celebration of his life will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Friday, June 30, from 4 to 7 PM. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice .  www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Priscilla  (Atwood)  Drinkwater – 96, of Vero Beach, FL and formerly of North Reading for many years, died at her home on May 31, 2017. She was the wife of the late Arthur S. Drinkwater.

Born in Waterbury, CT on June 19,1920, she was the daughter of the late Harry F. and Julia (Allen) Atwood. She attended Watertown High School, National Park College in Maryland and Pierce Secretarial School in Boston. Priscilla was a Veteran of World War II and was a Wave in Washington, D.C. for two and a half years.

Priscilla worked many years at Arthur D. Little in Cambridge and in later years did volunteer work at the Andover Thrift Shop. She was a longtime member of the Congregational Churches in Watertown and in North Reading. She was a member of the North Reading Historical and Antiquarian Societies.

Priscilla enjoyed traveling and times out with family and friends. She especially loved playing golf at Middleton Golf Course, where she had made three hole-in-ones.

Family members include her loving son, Allen Drinkwater and grandson, Alex Drinkwater, both of Londonderry, NH; her daughter, Joanne Ward of Conway, NH; along with several nieces and nephews. She enjoyed the company of her niece, Wendy Stacey and her husband Eric of Bedford and their children, Courtney, Eliza and Benjamin.

Calling hours will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Tuesday, June 27 from 4 to 7 PM. Interment will be held in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading on Wednesday, June 28 at 11 AM. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: North Reading Veteran’s Gift Account, att., Susan Magner, 235 North Street (Town Hall), North Reading, MA 01864. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Clarence  Gilbert “Gil” Porter – 93, of Duluth, MN, formerly of North Reading and Montreal, Canada, died December 17, 2016. He was the beloved husband of the late Helen T. (Wheeler) Porter.

He was a retired Commander of the U.S. Coast Guard, after 24 years of service. After his retirement in 1965, he became a pilot on the Great Lakes and cofounded the Lake Carriers’ Association Navigational School. After his retirement as a pilot in 1977, he started the Duluth Magnetic Compass Service, until 2012.

Survived by his children, Ken (Kim) Porter of Santa Rosa, CA,  Cindie (Barry) Fadden of Boston and Lani (John) Paszak of Duluth, MN; he was the father of the late Gilbert (Skip) Porter and brother of the late Jean; grandfather of 9 and great grandfather of 6.

Graveside services will be held in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading on Saturday, June 10 at 11 AM. Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Michael  S.  Snyder – 44, of North Reading, died at his home on Monday May. 29, 2017.

Born on December 10, 1972 in Lynn , MA. Michael was a lifelong resident of North Reading. He attended North Reading Schools and was a graduate of St. John’s Prep. He was a graduate of Merrimack College and he received his Master’s Degree from Brown University. He also received a certificate from Tufts University.

Michael was an Electrical Engineer and IT Technician. He was a member of the Aldersgate United Methodist Church in North Reading and a member of IEEE.

Michael was a very thoughtful son, brother and uncle. He loved his nieces very much, he was always there for us and he loved celebrations with family. He was great at telling jokes and making us laugh.

Michael enjoyed playing music and writing songs. He was a very talented musician. He liked dancing and singing. He was a computer wiz. He was great at mind games and had a wealth of knowledge and enjoyed educating himself. He was an extra in several popular movies.

Loving son of Richard and Pamela J. (Ayles) Snyder;  brother of Jessica (Snyder) Mozdiez and her husband Carlson of Acton, uncle of Kate and Samantha Mozdiez.

Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, June 3 at 10 AM at the Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 235 Park St., North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Friday, June 2 from 4 to 7 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to Care Dimensions, 75 Sylvan St., Danvers, MA 01923. WWW.CroswellFuneralHome.com

Janice C. (Jezowski) Henry – 66, of North Andover, formerly of Andover, North Reading and Wakefield, died at Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the Hannah Duston Healthcare in Haverhill.

Born in Lynn, MA on September 30, 1950, she was the daughter of the late Anthony and Thelma L. (Wilson) Jezowski. Janice was a graduate of Lynn Classical High School and Cosmetology School.

Janice worked for many years as a hairdresser, she later became a loving and caring and loving Foster Parent and she also worked as a cook at St. Augustine’s Church in Andover. She was a member of St. Theresa’s Church in North Reading and St. Michael’s Church in North Andover.

She was very outgoing and always wanted to help people. Janice was a foster parent for over ten years and was an advocate for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for over twenty years.

Janice was a very big fan of the arts, including museums, concerts, plays and musicals. She got the greatest joy babysitting her grandsons as well as visiting with friends and family.

Family members include her loving husband of 45     years, John E. Henry, Jr.; her loving children, Christina Henry of Fitchburg, Patrick Henry of Manchester, NH and the late Michelle Henry;  her sister, Jeanie Pigeon of Brockton and late brother, Anthony Jezowski; 4 cherished grandsons, Hunter, Nicholas, Zachaery and Oliver.

Her funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Friday, June 2 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 hour will be held on Thursday, June 1 from 4 to 8 PM. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to: American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.        www.croswellfuneralhome.com