Donald F. Henchey- resident of North Reading, MA passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025 at the age of 87 years old.  Donald graduated from Boston Technical High School in 1955 and graduated with his bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University in 1976.  He is survived by his beloved wife, Doris M. Henchey, with 54 years of marriage, and also their children, Jean Hartzog and her husband Jason of Woodbridge, VA, Theresa O’Riorden and her husband Stephen of Stow, MA, and Brian Henchey and his wife Jill of New Hampshire.

He was the proud grandfather of 8 grandchildren: Rosemarie, Tristan, Sawyer, Jessica, James, Glenn, Brent, and Kelsey.  He was also survived by several nieces and nephews.  He is predeceased by his mother, Catherine F. Henchey (Callum), and his sister Patricia (Henchey) Dole and her husband George Paul Dole.

Donald grew up in Dorchester, MA.  In his last year of high school he took the test to get into the General Electric Apprentice Program and aced the math section.  He was one of three boys from his high school class chosen to enter the program, where he worked as a draftsman while attending college at night, at Tufts, to get his associates degree He later received his Bachelors Degree at Northeastern University.  This was the start of a 38 year career at General Electric Aircraft Engines in Lynn, where he worked, first with punch cards, till computers were invented and then, ultimately, as a Systems Analyst de-bugging computer code.

Donald joined the North Reading Knights of Columbus in 1964.  He was the Financial Secretary from 1975 to 2023.  In 1971, Donald and Doris were married while Donald was Grand Knight.  From 1981 to 1984 Donald was the District Deputy.  From 1985 to 2015 (30 years) Donald was the Boy Scouts of America Charter Organization Representative.

Donald was a firm believer of giving back to the community and was very proud of his charity work.  He was recognized in 2023 for nearly 50 years of service as the Financial Secretary to the Knights of Columbus and 55 years of service to St. Theresa’s Church as a Lector and a member of the Financial Board.

Although Donald’s college degree was in Industrial engineering, he minored in history and considered himself a “history buff”.  He loved reading books about World War II and especially loved Winston Churchill.  He read The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich 14-15 times.

Donald loved camping as a family with the Starcraft Camper Club and then later, traveling to Europe with Doris.  Their first trip in 1997 was to visit Jean, who was working in Belgium, and they traveled to Belgium, Germany, England, Ireland, and France.  They were at Buckingham Palace when the flowers were scattered in front of the Palace following Princess Diana’s death.  They also toured the Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.  Donald was a devout catholic and loved visiting churches.

Donald was the epitome of the American Dream.  Because of his education, he was able to leave his meager beginnings and raise a family in the suburbs. One of the things he was most proud of is that all three of his children graduated from college.  He will be dearly missed.

Visitation will be held on Friday, July 11, 2025 from 5 to 8 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. His funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 10:30 AM at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street , North Reading. Everyone should go directly to church. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.

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Kathleen (Foley) Molhan
July 20, 1962 – June 28, 2025

Kathleen Molhan – of North Reading, MA, passed away peacefully on June 28, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was 62.

Born in Wakefield, MA, to the late Robert and Mary Foley, Kathleen lived a life defined by compassion, curiosity, and unwavering devotion to those she loved. She was the beloved wife of David Molhan and the cherished mother of Amanda Cooper, Kevin Molhan, and Brett Molhan.

A lifelong conversationalist, Kathleen found joy in engaging with people from all walks of life, always eager to learn, listen, and connect. Her kindness, empathy, and vibrant spirit left a lasting impression on everyone she met.

Kathleen was a dedicated and respected executive assistant at Google in Cambridge, MA, where her professionalism and warmth touched many. Beyond her career, she was known for her extraordinary selflessness—always putting others first and offering her time, energy, and heart to anyone in need, no matter the circumstances.

Kathleen took immense pride in her role as a grandmother. She was a constant source of love, laughter, and support to her four grandchildren: Lochlan Cooper, Murphy Cooper, Jack Molhan, and Nora Molhan. Her memory will live on in the countless moments she shared with them.

In addition to her husband, children, and grandchildren, Kathleen is survived by her sister, Maureen Yamartino, and her brother, Robert Foley.

Kathleen’s legacy is one of love, generosity, strength, and grace. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 1, 2025 from 4 to 8 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 10:30 AM at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Everyone should go directly to church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her memory to the to the American Cancer Society, the Flint Memorial Library in North Reading, or to the charity of one’s choice.

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Lucille Carolyn Carberry passed away at home on June 20, 2025, cared for by her loving family.
Lucille was married to her devoted husband, David, for nearly 59 years. Together they built a life rooted in love, faith, and family. Lucille had a remarkable gift for making people feel seen and valued. She loved connecting with others and was always genuinely interested in their lives; she graciously offered her time, attention, and care to those around her.

Lucille was a gifted pianist and a dedicated music educator. She studied music at Emmanuel College, where she mentored other students and accompanied the Glee Club. Later, she taught piano for many years and imparted her love of music to her students at Stoneham High School, Saint Augustine’s School in Andover, and Saint Mary’s of the Annunciation School in Danvers.

A talented cook and baker, Lucille believed that food was love. She often prepared meals for friends, neighbors, and anyone in need. She loved to knit and crochet, making sure every baby she knew was welcomed with a handmade blanket. Her favorite moments were spent surrounded by her family, especially during Sunday meals, a tradition in her home.

Most importantly, Lucille’s Catholic faith was the foundation of her life. An active member of St. Theresa’s Parish in North Reading, she participated in the prayer group and served as a Faith Formation teacher. Her deep faith shaped the way she lived – with compassion, kindness, and humility. She often found comfort and strength in the words of St. Edith Stein: “Just take everything exactly as it is, put it in God’s hands and leave it to him. Really rest and start the next day as a new life.”

Lucille is survived by her husband, David Carberry; her children, David M. Carberry and his wife Andrea of Redondo Beach, Noelle White and her husband Keith of Bridgewater, and Amy Maynes and her husband Dermot of North Reading; and two siblings, Rusty Farina of Peabody and Rosemarie Goodrum of Athens, Georgia. She was a proud and loving grandmother to five grandchildren: Jonathan and Ryan Carberry, Sophia White, and Ruari and Oliver Maynes.

Lucille will be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, friend, and woman of deep and abiding faith whose life was a testament to love and service.

Calling hours will be held on Friday, June 27, from 9:50 to 10:50 AM at Saint Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading, followed by a funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery North Reading.  Family and friends are invited to join the family for a reception at Spinelli’s in Lynnfield following the burial.

Donations to support pancreatic cancer research in Lucille’s name can be made at https://www.massgeneral.org/cancer-center/clinical-trials-and-research/warshaw-institute/support

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Lois E. (Taylor) Murphy – 92, of Tyngsboro, formerly of North Reading and Malden, passed away at her home on Friday, June 13, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Anthony D. Murphy.

Born in Malden, MA on September 24, 1932, she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Edna (Smith) Murphy. She was a former resident of North Reading from 1968 to 2017 and attended St. Theresa’s Church, until moving to Tyngsboro.

Lois was a caring and loving homemaker, mother and wife. Lois enjoyed cooking and kept the house spotless. She enjoyed camping, mountain climbing and whitewater rafting. Lois would greet anyone with a smile and a hello.

Lois liked to keep active. In her 50’s she took up running and ran a few 5K road race events. She enjoyed gardening and lawn care. She also enjoyed shoveling snow and being outside.

Family members include her loving sons, Michael Murphy and his wife Mary and Paul Murphy and his wife Miriam Roth-Murphy; her daughter, Eileen Murphy; grandsons, Christopher and Jonathan Murphy; granddaughters, Jennifer McAlarney and her husband Scott and Julie Murphy and one great grandchild, Aiden McAlarney.

Her funeral will be held on Monday, June 23 at 11:00 AM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street in North Reading. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 to 10:50 AM. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading.

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Solfrid Cecilie Collins, December 10, 1942 to June 12, 2025

Solfrid Cecilie Collins, age 82, died peacefully in her home, with her beloved son by her side, in North Reading, Massachusetts on June 12, 2025. Solfrid, originally of Hitra, an island in Norway, attended High School in Hitra and the Fosen Folkehøgskole (a crafts school) in Rissa, Norway.  After immigrating to the United States she worked as an au pair and as a bookkeeper at various businesses.  In 1966, Solfrid married Dennis Collins, a NASA engineer, who she met at The Bavarian, a bawdy German beer hall in Washington, D.C., where she danced with Dennis to an Oom-pah band.  The couple settled in North Reading, where Solfrid set to work creating a cozy and loving home for her family.  Solfrid and Dennis went on to have a son, Brendan and a daughter, Britt.  In her later years, she joyfully cared for (and spoiled) her five grandchildren and shared her Norwegian customs with them. She also tirelessly cared for Dennis in his later years when he fell ill, allowing him to stay in his beloved home.

Solfrid had a fierce commitment to her family, a wicked sense of humor and a tremendous sense of fun.  She adored caring for her extended family; bringing her grandchildren on many adventures; taking care of them when they were ill, and; making them delicious home-cooked meals (often-times personally delivered to their door).  She was charitable, generous with her time and her love and considered caring for others to be her life’s work.  She loved nature, and, as an island-born girl, was happiest by the sea.  She enjoyed long walks in the woods with her family, her dog, Nosey and her granddog, Sasha.  She loved to entertain and to share her Norwegian traditions with family and friends.

Solfrid was an accomplished oil painter who gravitated towards bright colors and seascapes.  She gardened until her last days, knitted elaborate Norwegian patterns, cooked feasts and baked too many cakes.  Her sense of adventure took her downhill skiing (when she had only skied cross-country), sailboat racing (after deceptively telling Dennis that she knew how to sail), fishing and going, really anywhere, as long as she was with family.  She was an ever-patient photographer’s assistant to her beloved husband, Dennis.  She created elaborate holiday feasts steeped in tradition and hosted joyful birthday dinners (complete with Norwegian Bløtkake) for all her children and grandchildren.  She loved spending time in Norway, her beloved homeland.

Solfrid is survived by her son, Brendan Collins, daughter, Britt Collins and brother Egil Svalgress.  She is also survived by her grandchildren, Boden Mennis, Donovan Mennis, Sophia Collins, Aidan Collins and Rachel Collins, her daughter-in-law, Rosaleen Dillon, son-in-law, Gregory Mennis and her nephews, Rune Svalgress and Arild Svalgress.

Solfrid is predeceased by her husband of 54-years, Dennis Collins, her mother, Ruth Svalgress, her father, Harald Svalgress and her brother, Rolf Svalgress.

Måtte Solfrid hvile i fred med sin elskede ektemann, Dennis.  (Translation:  May Solfrid rest in peace with her beloved husband, Dennis.)

Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 19 from 4 to 6 PM. Funeral service and interment will be private. Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading is in charge of arrangements.

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