Edward F. Piercey – 96, of North Reading and formerly of Somerville and Chelsea, passed away at his home on Sunday, March 10, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Dollena H. (Farrell) Piercey.
Born in Chelsea, MA on May 22,1927. He was the son of the late Peter and Theresa (Moores) Piercey. He was raised in Chelsea and attended the Mass Trade Shop School and Franklin Technical Institute, both in Boston.
Ed was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, he was a Sergeant and served from 1945 to 1947. He later was a member of the Massachusetts National Guard from 1947 to 1954.
Ed was a retired self employed sheet metal worker and a sheet metal mechanic in the Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning business from 1959 to 1992. He also worked for H.P. Hood and Sons from 1947 to 1959.
He has been a resident of North Reading since 1956. He was an active and a long time member of the Martin’s Pond Union Baptist Church, the North Reading Masonic Lodge A.F & A.M. and was a Past Master from 1976 to 1977, he was Past President of the North Reading Board of Trade, North Reading V.F.W., Post No.10874 and the North Reading Veterans Memorial Committee.
Family members include sons, Kenneth E. Piercey of Tacoma, WA, Ronald D. Piercey of Raymond, NH, William P. Piercey of North Reading and Paul E. Piercey, of North Charleston, SC; daughters, Jill Ernst of North Reading and Ann MacKean Hartery of Kingston, NH.; his late brother, Raymond J. Piercey and late sister, Phyllis R. Dearin; 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
His Funeral will be held on Wednesday, March 20 at 10:00 AM at the Martin’s Pond Union Baptist Church, 4 Cogswell Road in North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, March 19 from 4 to 7 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to SMD-HELP Foundation, Inc., 500 West Cummings Park, Suite 1150, Washington St., Woburn, MA 01801
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Condolences to all of the Piercey family. So sorry for your loss!
Ed was a wonderful man! I was fortunate to meet and work with Ed at Energy Controls. He had an amazing work ethic and would run circles around co-workers half his age! In recent years, I would enjoy seeing Ed when Jill would bring him by work for a visit. Ed always had a smile on his face. Thank you, Jill, for all you did for him. My deepest condolences to the entire Piercey family. Rest in Peace, Ed.
Jean Parrish
To my Piercey cousins,
We’re sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. Sending love, thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Glenn & Roe
He is now resting in peace
Jill and family, I am sorry for your loss. I remember many mornings sitting next to your father at the counter at Brothers.
As Ed’s Pastor for the last three and half years, I can say he was a man who had a true heart for Christ. While we rejoice that he has gone home to be the Lord, we will miss him until the day when we will be reunited with him at last.
RIP Ed, from your brothers of the NR VFW Post 10874 and the North Reading Masonic Lodge.
Ed was a wonderful man. We always enjoyed our conversations with him back when we were at Martins Pond Baptist. We pray for peace and comfort for his family, and we look forward to reuniting with him in the Lord’s presence.
My deepest condolences to Billy and the whole family.
Melissa Bellavance
Dear Jill, the Ring family has happy memories of your father at the camp in Northwood. Your Father was a well respected and kind neighbor who will be missed. Wishing you and Ann and Paul peace in the memories of your time at the lake with your family.