Harold  A.  Breun-June 21, 1936 – May 15, 2025 With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Harold Ausgar Breun—known affectionately by many as “Handsome Harry”—on May 15, 2025, in Venice, Florida. He died peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Harold was the last surviving member of the legendary late ’70s/early ’80s Supergroup, “Lou the Sioux, Milt the Stilt, and the 300-Pound Yellow Canary”—a title as unforgettable as the man himself.
Born in Brooklyn, New York, to German immigrants Karl and Christina (Reinhartt) Breun, Harry was a proud first-generation German American. He dedicated over 38 years of his life to American Airlines, beginning his career as a mail clerk in Newark, New Jersey and working his way through New York, Boston, and finally Chicago’s O’Hare Airport, where he retired as Supervisor of Cabin Service. His work in aviation brought his family countless travel opportunities and wonderful memories.

Harry’s life in North Reading, Massachusetts—“God’s Country,” as he fondly called it—was full of laughter, love, and hard work. A true dog lover, he had three canine companions and even a lamb he whimsically named after his mother-in-law, Violet. A dependable neighbor, dedicated coach, and skilled handyman, Harry left a lasting mark on his community. The stone walls and patios he built at 19 Foley Drive still stand, a tribute to his craftsmanship and the German work ethic he passed down to his children.
After the passing of his beloved wife Constance (Matusiak) in 1984, Harry embraced the role of both father and mother with strength and grace. He eventually retired to Florida, where he found joy in warm weather, Friday night bocce ball, lasting friendships, and countless celebrations.

A man of many passions, Harry found joy in cooking and sharing his favorite meals with friends and loved ones. He enjoyed traveling, playing golf and solitaire, and keeping up with business news. Investing was a lifelong hobby he pursued since his teenage years.
He lived a full and blessed life.

Harold was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Connie; his older brother Karl Breun; nephews Harold and Robert Breun; and his longtime companion, Ingrid Lohmann.

He is survived by his children, John (Jennifer) Breun and Christine (James) McGovern; his grandchildren, Helen (David), Julia, James, Ella, and Mason; as well as Ingrid’s daughter Stefanie and her children, Benjamin, Nicole, and Victoria.
Harry’s kindness, humor, and unforgettable charm will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow street, North Reading on Friday, May 30 from 8:45 AM to 10:15 AM, followed by a 11:00 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, 171 Elm Street, North Reading.  Croswellfuneralhome.com

Jacob (Jake) Mosser Passed away unexpectly on May 17, 2025. He was a lover of Harleys, cats and photography, especially nature. He rode a Harley for most of his 76 years, and always had a house full of cats, mostly strays and rescues. He would photograph anything but nature was his true love. He was lucky enough to travel photographing nature throughout the world. He was a mentor to many photographers throughout New England and was the recipient of many awards for his teaching, photo shows and the images themselves. He was honored by the Photographic Society of America (PSA), the New England Camera Club Council (NECCC) and his local club the Greater Lynn Photographic Assoc. (GLPA). He sat on the Board of Directors for over 20 years and was an Honorary Lifetime Vice President for both NECCC and GLPA. He graduated from Wentworth, went to work at General Electric in Lynn and stayed there until he retired. He leaves behind his wife of 54 years Susan, his sister Molly Fix and brother-in-law Michael Fix, his best friend and Harley partner Dick Hanson and his wife Susan’s sister, Norma Hanson along with Norma and Dick’s son Bart Hanson and wife Jessie and two children Penny and Henry.

There are no immediate services at this time but there will be a Celebration of Life at the GLPA Headquarters in Lynn, MA in mid-August.

William  D.  Steph, Jr. – 92, of North Reading, formerly of East Boston and Malden, passed away on Saturday, May 17, 2025. He was the beloved husband of over 67 years to Rosemarie (Coviello) Steph; loving father of Diane E. Daigle and her husband Dan of Tewksbury, William G. Steph and his wife Sheila of Newton, NH and Robert M. Steph and wife Teresa of Las Vegas, NV; devoted grandfather of Anthony and Nicholas Steph; also survived by many nieces and nephews; he will be missed by his longtime friends, Thomas Murphy and Larry Cataldo. He will be joining his mom Ethel (Accusato) Steph, very special cousin Thomas Nunes and friend Babe Wacenske.

He was a longtime employee of Sears and Roebucks in Boston for thirty five plus years. He also worked as a custodian for the North Reading Public Schools.

Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Saturday, May 31 at 8:45 to 10:15 AM, followed by an 11:00 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. In lieu of flowers Spirituals will be welcomed. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean Conflict.

www.croswellfuneralhome.com

 Margaret Mary (Tyrell) Donnelly -94 years old of North Reading and Formerly of Talmage, Kansas, died at the Kaplan Hospice House in Danvers on April 30^th, 2025. Wife of the late Francis Edward Donnelly.

Born In Talmage, Kansas on May 16, 1930, she was the daughter of the late Benjamin and Margaret Mary (Curren) Tyrell.

Margaret was a graduate of Abilene Kansas High School, Class of 1948 and Saint Francis School of Nursing in Wichita, KS in 1951. She worked at Symmes Hospital in Arlington, New England Memorial Hospital, Winchester Hospital and Bon Secours Hospital as a Registered Nurse.

She was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She was an avid knitter,  sewer and cross stitcher. She enjoyed flowers, arts and crafts, cooking and baking and cake decorating.  She loved visiting historical and scenic landmarks, she traveled to many states and up until April 28th 2025, she did her own cooking and baking she loved to read books. Margaret has been a resident of North Reading since 1958. She was a Girl Scout Leader and President of the local Chapter of Girl Scouts.

Family members include her sons, Michael F. Donnelly, Thomas Donnelly and James P. Donnelly; her daughters, Deborah Anne Donnelly and Diane Barbara McLaughlin; late brothers, Francis Tyrell, Kenneth Tyrell and Woodrow Tyrell; her late sister, Leta Tyrell Sword; grandchildren, Alayne Donnelly, Kevin Donnelly, Nick Kulak and partner Katie MacDonald, Patrick Donnelly, Kyle McLaughlin and Ryan McLaughlin and great grandchildren, Madison Kulak and Nicholas Kulak, Jr.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.  Croswell Funeral Home 19 Bow St., North Reading is in charge of arrangements.  www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Ernest  J. Claughton – 85, of North Andover and formerly of Bethel, VT, and Gloucester, MA, passed away on Friday, May 2, at the High Pointe House in Haverhill.

Born in Boston, MA on January 4, 1940. He was the son of the late Stephen and Louise (Camuso) Claughton. He was raised in and attended North Reading Schools. He was a US Army Veteran, serving from 1959-1962 as a member of the 101st Airborne Division.

He was a union electrician for IBEW Local 103 for over 30 years, but his hobbies were creative. He was a talented artist. He also loved gardening-he was into organic gardening long before it was popular and he was so proud of his blueberry bushes! He was a member of the orchid society. He also loved building and always had ongoing projects. He loved his pets, he used to say he had a farm, which consisted of, Scottish Highland cows, sheep, chickens, ducks, turkeys, cats and dogs.

Family members include his loving son David Claughton; daughters, Pamela Claughton, Jane Barbagallo, Teresa Booth (Jonathan), June Claughton- Channen (Matthew); sister, Louise Jordan; Sister-in law Carol Claughton; Grandchildren Nicole Barbagallo, Taylor Hall (Jared), Olivia Booth, Cody and Travis Claughton, and his dog Huckleberry and his cat Donald. He was predeceased by his grandson Dylan Claughton, sister Dianne Gill and brother Stephen Claughton.

Visitation will be held on Friday, May 9, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM, followed by a Prayer Service at 11:00 AM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow St., North Reading. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, North Reading. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the MSPCA. www.croswellfuneralhome.com