Kathleen “Katie-O” Carbone

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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.

www.croswellfuneralhome.com

38 thoughts on “Kathleen “Katie-O” Carbone”

  4. Phil and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Katie was a very special person!
    Sending lots of love and prayers!

  6. Sending so much love to one of our favorite NR families. We love you all and are thinking of you during this tough time.
    Love,
    The Wades

  8. I never had a sister until I met you my friend. 45 years of love and laughter. We shared life’s happiness and sadness. You were a hardworking woman who never said an ill word to anyone. There is a hole in this world now that you are gone. I will see you and Tommy in heaven one day. Thank you for loving me. Thank you for being my sons Godmother

  9. Tommy, Chris, and Timmy, we are so very sorry to hear of your loss. It was a wonderful time growing up in the neighborhood back in the 60’s, and all of us were always invited into the O’Dea’s home. May she rest in peace.

  10. It’s still not real to me. She is such a bright light and makes everyone feel welcome. I know everyone uses the nicknames but to me they are Katie, Steve, Phil, Tommy and Lylah – one of the best families ever!! My heart breaks for everyone.

  11. It’s very hard to say goodbye to family!! Katie was part of our big family from the day she and Jabone got together. She was a wonderful person and will be missed. Love to all my cousins! Thoughts and prayers in this difficult time!! ♥️

  12. So hard to hear this. She was one tough cuz! Sending my love and deepest condolences from the West Coast to Jabone, Phil, Layla and all my family and cousins. I wish so much I could be there. Much love always.

  13. So very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. It puts a hole in your heart that never heals. Hold onto all the good memories! Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

  15. Jabone, Phil, Lylah Rose, Jan and I want to extend our sincerest condolences for your loss. Katie was a wonderful and special person in so many ways. She will be missed.

  17. My condolences for all of Katies family and close friends. Very sorry to hear of her passing.

  18. I am so sorry to hear of moms passing..Thinking of you, your dad and Lylah at this most difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers

  21. So sorry to hear about the loss of Kathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
    Pat (Higgins) Kelly

  22. I once knew her as “Aunt Kate”. She was incredibly kind and welcoming, always with arms open wide. I specifically remember Christmas of 2013 when she was BEAMING while showing off her granddaughter. Sending love to her family. Esp. Chris, Dana, Brian, and Matt. Phil, my heart is with you as you navigate this loss.

  23. So very sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing Phil. She was a kind and awesome person. Sending love and prayers to you, your Dad and Lylah.

  25. Katie went from literally growling at me our first time meeting, to giving me a hug with a big smile our last. Katie, Jabone, and Phil are part of my family and I’m grateful for the memories and relationship we have.

  26. I’m so sorry to hear of Katie’s passing away. We lived a couple houses over from you on Chestnut st Katie always had a smile to give … and great tan in summer months !
    Much sympathy to Steve and family

  27. I’m so sorry for your loss. Whenever I’d see her she would give you with a big smile and friendly greeting. She’s with her beloved Tom that she’s been missing for the past 20 years or so.

  28. So sorry to hear about Kate. condolences to the family. She was always smiling and friendly. I know her for past 8 years. She will be missed…

  30. I am so sorry to hear of your loss Cathi. You just called me a couple of weeks ago and you were so happy on the phone. I am so heartbroken what happened but don’t worry, honey. You’re going to rest in the house of the Lord and I will see you on the other side my friend, just know that you’ll always be loved and will always be cherished and we will always have our memories together. God bless you , Love Karen (Callahan) Fasulo

  32. Phil and Family,
    We are deeply sorry for your loss.
    Sending you prayers and love.

  34. So sorry for your loss. My family also had our Dad pass this week. We were next door neighbors back in the 60’s. RIP KATIE AND RICHARD SCHULER

    Sharon(Schuler)Stanton

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