Kathleen  “Katie-O” Carbone – 70, of North Reading and formerly of Melrose, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025 at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington after a lenghty illness.

Born in  Everett, MA on December 18, 1954, she was the daughter of the late Thomas “Buppa” O’Dea and Susan “Gunny” O’Dea. Katie-O moved to North Reading in 1961. She was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1972.

She worked as a cashier for many years, she was known as North Reading’s “Lottery Girl” and for taking care of her “Jabone.”

Katie-O was beyond special in so many ways, her profound love for her boys “Bona and Bone”. She was the greatest mom ever. The way Katie-O loved and adored her best friend and love of her life Jabone. Katie-O and Jabone had a pure and true love. The apple of Katies eyes was her granddaughter Lylah-Rose. Lylah brought her much love and passion. Katie had a true gift of love, her family and friends were so dear to her heart.

She had a passion for horses as a child. She was very passionate about attending and cheering on Lylah at her soccer games and tournaments.

Katie-O shared love and kindness to everyone she met, Jabone always said, she gave the best hugs.

She always loved to watch the Red Sox and Patriots, laying by the pool, sun bathing, and music and dancing gave her joy. Grease Lightening was a favorite, second to Jabone’s music. Katie always put everyone before herself, right to her last breath.

Family members include her loving husband, Stephen “Jabone” Carbone; her son, Phillip “Phil” Carbone, a.k.a. “Bona” and her late son, Thomas “Bone” Carbone; her four legged son, Dexter; brothers, Tom O’Dea and Tim O’Dea; sisters, Chris Gray and the late Sue Gallant; her granddaughter, Lylah Rose Carbone; cherished by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews and a loving Godmother. Very loved by many family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 18 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her memory to the American Cancer Society. A Celebration of Life will be held for her at a later date.

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Alice G. (Wolsey) Long – 85, of Peabody, formerly of Lynnfield and North Reading, passed away at her home on Sunday, December 7, 2025.

Born in Malden, MA on May 9, 1940, she was the daughter of the late George and Mildred A. (Hudson) Wolsey.  She was raised and attended school in North Reading. Alice was a graduate of the L.D. Batchelder School, Class of 1954, Reading High School, Class of 1958 and the Melrose/Wakefield School of Nursing, Class of 1961.

Alice worked as a Registered Nurse for many years. She was absolutely selfless and always cared for others. She was an active 70 year member of the Union Congregational Church in North Reading. She especially enjoyed the Frosty’s Fair. Alice was a youth sports volunteer, she enjoyed golf, skiing, traveling, her son’s and grandchildren’s sports and feeding family and friends on the banks of the Webhannet River.

Alice lived the Maxim: Once a nurse always a nurse.  Her family was the most important part of her life.

Family members include her loving husband of 63 years, Joseph W. Long; her sons and daughters- in- law, Joseph and Julia C. Long, Stephen and Erin Long, and David and Julia Q. Long. Alice was the mother of the late Gretchen Long. Her sister, Jane McGinnis of Virginia; 8 grandchildren, Conor, Courtney, Chris, Nolan, Jocelyn, Grace and Zach Stearns, Carter and Fiona; 2 great grandchildren, Murphy and Levi.

Memorial Services will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill Street, North Reading. There will be no calling hours and burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association: https://www.alz.org. Arrangements are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading.

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Robert E. Winters – 85, of Middleton and formerly of North Reading and Somerville, passed away at his home on Friday, December 5, 2025. He was the loving husband of the late Kathryn J. (Repucci) Winters.

Born in Somerville, MA on June 22, 1940, he was the son of the late Henry E. Winters.

Bob worked as a parts coordinator for the MBTA for many years and was a member of Local 25.

Bob loved his son and belated wife more than words can describe, he loved his country and always kept a positive outlook on life, he was non judge mental and he always put other’s needs before his own, especially his family and close friends.

He was the President of Pop Warner Football and was a little League Coach in North Reading and he loved Kitty’s Restaurant. Bob loved traveling in New England, he loved Fox News, scratch tickets and especially his Grand Marquis.

Family members include his loving son, Robert J. Winters and his companion Nicole Calantonio; his brother Bill Elwell; his late sisters, Barbara Nash and Joan Gogos. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 13 from 10:00 AM  to Noon, at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. In lieu of  flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Wounded Warriors, Tunnels To Towers or the Pine Street  Inn.

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Shelby P. Aims, 59, of North Andover and formerly of North Reading, passed away at her home on November 21, 2025, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Stoneham, MA on July 29, 1966. She was the daughter of the late Bayard P. and Margaret A. (Scott) Aims.  She was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1984. She has been a resident of North Andover for the past 5 years.

Shelby worked as a server and waitress for assisted living. She dedicated herself to helping others in need. She was always there to listen to others for who ever needed a helping hand. She was a care giver to all.

Family members include her loving companion 33 years, Patrick McNeil, she was his best friend and right arm; sisters, Sandra Rychwa, Jacqueline Hood and the late Nancy Boucher; brothers, Scott Aims and the late Buddy Aims; also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Her visitation will be held on Saturday, December 6 from 10 AM to Noon at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading.

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Sylvia (Brennan) McDonald – 79, of Wilmington, MA, formerly of North Reading, MA, passed peacefully at The Sawtelle House on November 22, 2025. Born at Winchester Hospital, Sylvia lived a full and devoted life centered around her family, her work, and the places she loved most.

Sylvia is survived by her beloved husband, Robert J. McDonald; her daughter, Stacey Goodwin, of Wilmington MA;  her Son, Robert E. McDonald of Auckland, NZ;  her Son-in-Law Patrick; her Daughter-in-Law Penny and her Grandchildren, Sean, Zachary and Chloe.  She was a beloved aunt and great-aunt to many nieces and nephews.

Sylvia worked throughout her life, most notably at Duracell as a research technician, where she made a strong and lasting impression on all who knew her. Hardworking and dedicated, she carried her warmth and determination into everything she did.

She had a deep love for the water and spent much of her free time at the family’s lake home in Center Ossipee, NH. Whether boating, enjoying water sports, or simply sitting quietly and taking in the peaceful view, the lake was her happy place.

Sylvia will be remembered for her warm, generous, caring, and loving spirit—balanced with a straightforward honesty and a bit of stubbornness that made her uniquely her.  She was the kind of person who would tell it to you like it was, but always had an open ear and a willing shoulder for anyone who needed it.   She touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 29 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Thursday, December 4 at 10:00 AM, followed by interment in Riverside Cemetery. The family request that donations be made in her memory to the charity of one’s choice.

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