Joseph P. DiCocco – 75, of North Reading, formerly of East Boston and Lynnfield, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.

Born in Boston, MA on July 27, 1950. He was the son of the late Anthony and Margaret (Scofield) DiCocco. He has been a resident of North Reading for the past 69 years. Joe was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1970. He was an active member of St. Theresa’s Parish, North Reading Knights of Columbus, Council No, 4544 and The Loyal Order of Moose, Lodge No. 1511, since 1974.

Joe was a Licensed Heavy Duty Hydraulic Lift Operator and Landscaper. He worked for the North Reading Public School Department Ground Maintenance for 14 years. He also worked for Forest Landscaping and Goddard Brothers Landscaping, both located in North Reading. He has been retired since 2005.

He had a lot of love for the sun and water. This started back to his younger days living on Pillings Pond in Lynnfield while fishing on his rowboat as a child. Later in life he enjoyed Cast fishing off the shores of Salisbury and Plum Island. Joe especially loved camping.

Joe’s favorite hobbie was being outside taking care of his yard, with sun on his face next to Camille’s side. Joe was a kind soul. The little things in life meant the most to him. Be it a phone call or a visit from one of his many friends or family. Sharing memories and laughter over the years. Joe just loved doing everything and anything as long as Camille was by his side.

Family members include his wife, best friend and soul mate for 54 years, Camille M. (Strangie) DiCocco; his brother-in-law, Jerry Strangie and his wife RoseAnn; sister-in-law, the late Barbara Baker and her husband John, Jr.; nieces and nephews, Jerry Strangie, Jr., John Baker, III and his wife Marie, Michele Baker, Tommy Strangie; grandniece Brianna Cerullo. Joe will be greatly missed by his cousins, friends and neighbors, especially Eddie Lombardo, whom he loved like a brother.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 19 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. His funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home at 9:15 AM on Wednesday, May 20, followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Parish, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Please go directly to Church. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to: St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital or to Shriners Children’s Hospital.

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Carol Angelo, 90, of North Reading, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion to family and friends.

Carol was a resident of North Reading for 52 years. She shared a beautiful 61-year marriage with the love of her life, John Angelo, a partnership built on deep love, resilience, and unwavering support. Together they faced life’s challenges and shared countless joys.

Family was at the center of Carol’s world. She was an adoring mother to William Schmidt who predeceased her, Melanie Nash, Chuck Schmidt, and Christine Cook. She was a proud and loving grandmother to Sarah Stevens, Jennifer Schmidt, Laura Schmidt, Brian Nash, Kate Nash, Ross Cook, Collin Cook, and Grace Schmidt, and a cherished great-grandmother to Sofia, Abigail, Elizabeth, and Bennett. She was also a caring and devoted aunt to her beloved sister Donna’s children, Cheryl Nelson, Barbra DelVecchio, and Steven King. Carol now joins her loving sister Donna in heaven.

Carol worked as an administrative assistant at the North Reading Fire Department and the Reading School District.

She treasured her friendships and always looked forward to dates on the calendar to gather with friends. She enjoyed bowling, gardening, live music, dancing, cooking, and watercolor painting.

An active and dedicated member of the Union Congregational Church in North Reading, Carol generously gave her time as a volunteer and found great joy in her faith community.

She will be remembered for her thoughtfulness and the simple, meaningful ways she showed love—especially through the many cards and notes she sent to family and friends. In her honor, please take a moment to write a note to someone you care about and let them know what they mean to you.

Carol’s warmth, generosity, and deep love for her family will be dearly missed and forever remembered.

Friends and family are invited to attend calling hours on Wednesday, May 13 from 3:00-7:00 PM at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. A celebration of Carol’s life will continue with a service on Thursday, May 14 at 11:00 AM at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill Street, North Reading. Following the service, all are welcome to join the family for food, fellowship and shared memories at Teresa’s Prime in North Reading.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carol’s honor to the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill St. North Reading. The donations will be used by the Church’s Care Ministry which Carol greatly loved, or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an organization that Carol supported over the years.

Warren K. Taylor, Jr. – Surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, resilience, and a life well lived, he was 88.

He was raised in Medford’s Fulton Heights, where his roots and strong sense of family began. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force before building his life raising his family in North Reading and career as an electrician at MATEP Power Plant in Boston.

Warren leaves behind his four children: Robert Taylor and his wife Kristen of Acton, ME; DebraLee Mugford and her husband Paul of Tewksbury, MA; Warren Taylor and his wife Terri of Lynn, MA; and Richard Taylor and his wife Wendy of Tewksbury, MA. He is also survived by his former wife, Donna (French) Taylor, the devoted mother of his children and his lifelong best friend, with whom he shared many years of love, family, and friendship. He was a proud grandfather to 12 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren, along with many loving nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his brothers, David and Billy, and his sister, Gail Jones.

He was predeceased by his parents, Alfreda (Mutch) Taylor and Warren Taylor, Sr., of North Reading, MA.

He had a deep love for the outdoors and a passion for adventure. It was often said that the only difference between a man and a boy is the size of his toys—and he fully embraced that philosophy. From ATVs and boats to RVs, snowmobiles, and motorcycles, he didn’t just have one—he always had more than one. Whether exploring the woods of New Hampshire or enjoying the sunshine in Florida during his retirement years, he truly lived what he often called “the good life.” After retirement, he returned to New England and settled in Tewksbury, MA, to be close to his family.

He also had a special love for his dog, Baby, who brought him great companionship and joy.

Despite facing health challenges, he never lost his sense of humor. His quick wit and warm personality made a lasting impression on everyone he met. Nurses and caregivers often looked forward to his visits, knowing he would bring smiles—and he always did.

He will be remembered for his strength, his humor, his love of family, and his unwavering ability to find joy in life’s moments, big and small.

His funeral will be held on Thursday, May 7 at 10:00 AM, at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill Street, North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, May 6 from 5 to 8 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.

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Cheryl Ann Atkinson– 69, of South Weymouth passed away at home unexpectedly on Wednesday April 15th.

Born in Melrose on December 9, 1956 she was the daughter of the late Bruce B. and Marie H. (Horrigan) Atkinson.  She was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1974.  She subsequently earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education from Salem State College, Class of 1978.

After holding a number of instructional aide and teacher aide positions, Cheryl eventually established a lengthy career with the Bright Horizons organization where she helped start many young children on the road to a happy and productive life.  And, although it was never a vocation, she became a caregiver for a number of adults with some fairly serious medical issues.  Never formally trained as a medical professional, she learned everything she could about their conditions in order to provide the best care possible.    As it turned out, helping those who needed it became somewhat of a calling.

Cheryl loved animals of all kinds.  Her cats provided her with unending enjoyment.  So too did the birds, chipmunks and rabbits outside her windows.  Even when money was tight, there was somehow always enough to buy food for her animals.  Gardening was another of her cherished pastimes.  Apartment living posed challenges but flowering potted plants on a balcony and a small plot on the apartment building grounds served to satisfy the gardening urge.  If she wasn’t feeding the animals or tending to the plants, she would often be reading.  Books and the folks at the library who helped her track down the right ones were some of her best friends.   She also took pride in sharing small pearls of wisdom, which eventually became a lengthy list of ‘Cheryl’s factoids’.

She spent her happiest adult years with the late Jimmy Kelly of Braintree who passed away in 2010.  No one outside her own family treated Cheryl better than Jimmy did.

Cheryl is survived by her brothers Michael Atkinson of Townsend and Brian Atkinson of Danvers as well as her sister Terri Lanucha of Hampden, all of whom will miss her very much.  Always in her thoughts were nephews Joseph Lanucha and Matthew Atkinson and nieces Crystal Lanucha and Jessica (Atkinson) Foland.

There will be no calling hours or services.  In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to MSPCA-Angell, Attn: Donations, 350 Huntington Ave., Boston MA 02130. Arrangements are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com