Lois A. (Little) Simes – 89, of North Reading and formerly of Lynnfield, died Thursday, March 12, 2020 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House in Danvers. She was the beloved wife of the late John B. Simes.

Born in Lynn, MA on July 16, 1930. She was the daughter of the late Lester and Hilda (Robertson) Little. Lois was a graduate of Lynn English High School, Class of 1948. She received her Real Estate Brookers License in 1980. Lois had many years of taking Adult Education classes at the North Reading High School, mostly in the arts and sewing. She also took piano lessons for many years with Laura Balcomb.

Lois was a homemaker, she worked as a Broker for the Carlson and Sweezey Real Estate Offices, she was a former cashier for Rexall Drug Store in North Reading, she sold Avon and volunteered with the Union Congregational Church for many years.

Lois was much loved by family, friends and neighbors for her kindness, caring, big heart, generosity, musical and artistic talents. She loved reading great books constantly. The Librarians at the Flint Memorial Library have been wonderful and so helpful to her this last year especially.

Lois loved her family condo in Falmouth. She loved swimming, the ocean beaches and sunshine. She did water aerobics at the Boston Sports Club for many years. She loved fashion design, sewing, piano, singing and seeing family and friends. Lois has been a resident of North Reading for the past 60 years, where she was a member of the Union Congregational Church for 60 years and a member of the church choir for 58 years.

Family members include her loving son, Daniel J. Simes and his former wife Gail Manzelli, her daughter, Karen Simes Kornacki and her husband Alan S. Kornacki, all of North Reading. She was the mother of the late Bonnie Simes, who died in 1972; grandmother of Evan C. Kornacki of Houston, TX; sister of the late Gordon Little, Richard Little and Phyllis Reed; sister- in- law of Jean Little of Tucson, AZ and Elaine Little of Lynn. She was the loving aunt of many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the Kaplan Family Hospice House and all the family and friends for all their love and support, given to Lois. A private graveside will be held at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Peabody at a future date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in her memory to: Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill St., North Reading, MA 01864; American Cancer Society, PO Box 1909, Framingham, MA 01701-1909; Kelly Taranto, Gift Officer, Care Dimensions, 333 Wyman St., Suite 100, Waltham, MA 02451 c/o Kelly Taranto, Gift Officer. Arrangements are by the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., North Reading www.croswellfuneralhome.com

James P. Mckinnon – 59, of Myrtle Beach SC, died with his loving family surrounding him at home on February 29, 2020.

Born in Boston, MA, on Nov. 19, 1960. He was the son of the late Maxwell and Amelia (Mitzi) Mckinnon formerly of North Reading.

Family members include, his Loving wife of 27 years, Ivana (Eva) Mckinnon of Myrtle Beach, SC; sons, Maxwell M. Mckinnon of Myrtle Beach, SC and James P. Mckinnon, Jr. of East Boston; brother, Robert M. Mckinnon of Myrtle Beach, SC; grandson, James Grover of MA; sister and brother-In- law, Jane and Peter Harris; mother- in- law, Jana Machane; and his favorite three nephews, Devon, Trevor and Pete Harris, all of Tewksbury, also many cousins he loved.

Jamie lived at Martins Pond in North Reading most of his life. He graduated from North Reading High School, Class of 1978.

He was an AVID Boston Sports Fan and would always think he knew all the stats of every player and team, even if he was wrong. He was a very skilled craftsman and could build you anything you asked for. He loved the outdoors and camping, he also loved playing golf with his friends and even moved his family out to Myrtle Beach to play golf year-round. Most of all, Jamie loved to spend time with his family, he had an infectious smile and will definitely be missed by all.

Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Thursday, March 12^th from 5 to 6:45 PM, followed by a Funeral service at starting at 7 PM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Suite 250, Framingham, MA 01701. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Sean E. Burke – 35, of North Reading, died unexpectedly at his home on Monday, March 2, 2020.

Born in Stoneham, MA on April 1, 1984. He was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 2003.

He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Afghanistan War. He was a private First Class and he served from 2008 to 2011. Sean was a Disabled Veteran.

Sean was loving and kindhearted. He was especially proud to have served in the U.S. Army. He had pride and honor for his country. He Loved golfing and Candlepin Bowling.

Family members include his loving parents, Edward J. and Sandra M. (Surprenant) Burke; his brothers, Kevin J. and Scott H. Burke; his sister, Morgan E. Burke and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.

Funeral services will be private and are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the New England Life Center for Homeless Veterans or to North Reading Veteran’s Gift Account, c/o Veterans Department. 235 North Street, North Reading, MA 01864.

Ronald L. Annand – 85, of North Reading, formerly of Medford, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, March 3, 2020. Beloved husband of 62 years to Frances (Esposito) Annand. Loving father to Ron Annand of Methuen; Scott Annand and his wife Jennifer of Dalton and Sheila Annand Carey of Methuen. Proud grandfather of Domenic, Nathaniel and Zachariah Annand of Dalton and Adam Carey of Methuen.

Ron served in the Army National Guard for many years. Before his retirement, he was employed as a Quality Control Inspector and after his retirement, he ran his own furniture refinishing business. Ron was a sports enthusiast of all levels. He was not only a fan, but he was very involved in town sports including coaching little league baseball, Pop Warner football and softball. He was a longtime parish member of the St. Theresa’s Parish of North Reading including serving as an usher for the last 30 years.

He loved to travel with his wife, children and grandchildren especially on cruises to the Mediterranean and Caribbean. He was passionate about family, food and scratch tickets. No one who knew Ron will ever forget his whistle. When he whistled, you answered. His startling blue eyes and infectious smile will be forever missed, but not forgotten.

Visiting hours will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading, on Friday, March 6, 2020 from 5 – 9 P.M. Funeral from the Croswell Funeral Home on Saturday, March 7 at 9:15 A.M., followed by a 10:30 A.M. Funeral mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street (Rt. 62), North Reading. Friends and relatives are invited to attend. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery, North Reading to follow.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests memorial donations be made to Merrimack Valley Hospice, 360 Merrimack Street, Building 9, Lawrence, MA 01843.   www.croswellfuneralhome.com.

Warren R. “Ricky” Pearce, III – 48, of North Reading, died Monday, February 17, at the Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Burlington.

Born in Topeka, Kansas on February 1, 1972. Ricky attended North Reading Public Schools.

Ricky worked for Pearce Construction Company in North Reading for many years and he also worked previously for AutoZone in South Yarmouth.

Ricky had a great sense of adventure; he loved a challenge and had an infectious laugh. He enjoyed taking pictures of sunsets and nature, spending time with friends and he loved his two daughters with all his heart. Ricky enjoyed Sci-Fi shows and loved music. He spent a lot of time taking things apart and rebuilding electronics.

Family members include his loving daughters, Madison and Payton Pearce, his wife, April Muise Pearce; his parents, Patricia A. (Pothier) Pearce and Warren R. Pearce, Jr. and his wife Holly; his sister, Jennifer L. (Pearce) Iosua and her husband Richard and Jessica Boyer-Klopp; his brother, William D. Pearce; stepsons, James, Shayne and Brandon Muise and stepsister, Emily Lee and her husband Eric and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Friday, February 21 from 4 to 8 PM. His Funeral will be held on Saturday, February 22 at 10 AM at the Union Congregational Church, 148 Haverhill St., North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com Memorial donations may be made in his memory to https://www.diabetes.org/donate/donate-in-honor