Shawn M. Dalton

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Shawn Michael Dalton , 46 of North Reading died on January 10, 2021 of an injury sustained at home. Born in Lynn, MA on July 1, 1974 he was the youngest of five children. Shawn graduated from North Reading High School in 1992 and attended the University of Massachusetts Amherst where he received a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture.

Shawn was a Greens Keeper at Phillips Academy in Andover for 19 years. His love for the outdoors was no secret to anyone. He was a very hard, dedicated worker. Even at home, he was always outside, splitting wood, mowing the lawn and enjoying a bonfire were his past times. He loved his trips to Florida where he lived for a short time.

Shawn had such a special relationship with his father and mother. Dad always made sure he got his pizza , skiing trips and a trip to Prince Edward Island every year. Shawn also took very close care of his mother until she passed in 2019.

Shawn was a very social person and he had numerous friends. Many lunches with Howard Arnold and Kevin Kiley to name a few. Wonderful neighbors, Greg and Jimmy. Yearly visits from Cousin Larry Woolridge. Shawn will be missed by many.

He had two cats that he absolutely adored. Snappy and Charlotte were his at home companions.

Family members include his brother James Dalton and his late wife Cheryl; sister Paula Sollazzo and her husband Frank and Pamela Howe and her husband Bobbie; nieces and nephews are Marc and Bryan Sollazzo, Ashley Terranova, Christopher, Kelly and Stacy Howe, Nicholas, Danielle and Briana Dalton; great uncle to Samantha Cauldwell, Miabella and Joseph Sollazzo, Trevor Howe, Vincent Terranova. He had many relatives in Toronto and Prince Edward Island, Canada. He was predeceased by his parents , M. Charlotte Dalton and F. Chester Dalton and by his brother, Wayne Dalton.

His funeral will be held from Croswell Funeral Home 19 Bow Street North Reading on Tuesday, January19th at 9:00 AM followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church 63 Winter St. (Rt. 62), North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 18th from 5 to 8 PM. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

30 thoughts on “Shawn M. Dalton”

  1. Rest in Peace Shawn

    To Jimmy, Paula and Pam I am so sorry to hear the passing of Shawn. On one of our trips to Bosom we visited Uncle Chetty and what a warm welcome did we get. I remember seeing Shawn outside by one of his bonfires and I went out to talk with him and what a lovely chat we had, I will always remember that. I will keep you all in my prayers

    Love Sharon Sabo (Dalton)

  2. Shawn was such a great soul. I have so may memories of him in high school. He always brought a smile to my face with his humor. He was a great friend to so many. Wishing you all peace, love and light.

  3. Paula, Frank,Jimmy,Pam, Bobby, and all Shawn’s special nieces and nephews
    I’m so shocked and saddened to hear of Shawn’s death
    My deepest sympathy to all of you on his sudden passing
    I’m so sad that I can’t be there with you in person to attend his wake and funeral
    My prayers and thoughts are with you at this sad time

  4. Shawn was a great person. He Always smiled and waived to me as I was walking on campus to my office. He was also very talented and a hard worker. I’ll miss seeing him on campus. My prayers will be with the family. Rest in peace Shaw!

    Eva Cirelli -Admission Phillips Academy

  6. My deepest and sincere thoughts to the entire Dalton clan. Dad and I cannot imagine the loss that you’re feeling upon such an event. Shawn was such a gentle and kind young man. He will surely reside with angels.

  7. So many of my high school memories have Shawn in them. That knowing smirk, the “I’ll never tell”, his humor and kindness. Hoping your memories of him will bring a smile to your faces always, as they do mine.

  8. To Jimmy , Paula , Frank, Pam , Bobby and all your families ,Vinny and I would like to express our sympathy to you all on the loss of your brother, brother in law Uncle and Friend. Death is always sad ,but even more so when someone dies so young . I can still hear Shawn’s voice when he answered the phone calls from PEI and said “This is my cousin from PEI”. He always had excitement in his voice and appreciated hearing from us. May God give you strength at this timeI am sad that I can’t be with you at this time , but know that we are thinking of you all and praying for you.
    Love to you all❤️❤️
    Debbie and Vinny

  9. My deepest condolences to the Dalton family. Sending my love to a wonderful family.
    Lori Birkmaier O’Rourke

  10. Dalton Family, I have no words. My heart breaks.. My spirit wanders. My soul will search .. I Luv you people, like my own.

    I’m broken.
    Snooky

  12. Sending love and sympathy from PEI on the sudden loss of Shawn. Very sad and difficult time for you al! While unable to be with you in person, know that we will be with you spirit. Rest peacefully Shawn as you reunite with your Mom, Dad and Wayne! Love Charmaine & Allan

  13. I’m very sorry for the loss of your youngest brother Shawn. So sad and sudden. I lost my youngest brother Paul a month ago suddenly as well, and I absolutely sympathize with your grief and pain. May you find comfort in prayers and memories of your dear brother.

  14. Sending our deepest condolences to the Dalton Family – Shawn always had a smile and a kind word to say – his warmth and friendly disposition was met with deep appreciation from those around him. In particular when our son spent a summer working with Shawn and his team, our son noted how kind he was…and every time I saw Shawn on campus after that summer, he always asked me to pass along his regards to our son. He will be deeply missed. With heartfelt sympathy, the Murata/Charland Family – Phillips Academy

  17. I am so sorry. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. There are so many fond memories of Shawn growing up. Sending lots of love to entire Dalton family.

    Dena Cameron

  18. The whole grounds crew at Phillips Academy sends their love. We will miss him immensely around campus and in our day to day. Tough to find the words to express how much he will be missed. Our thoughts are with you.

  19. Every time I would see Shawn on campus at Phillips he always greeted me with a kind smile and a warm hello. Every time I had the opportunity to talk with Shawn it always made my day a better one. I will certainly miss those interactions no matter how brief or infrequent. My condolences to all.

  20. Deepest Sympathy to the Dalton family on the sudden passing of Shawn, he will be dearly missed. Catherine Steele & Family

  21. We would like to to express our sincere sympathy in the loss of your brother. He made may trips to PEI with his Mom and Dad, many of them included a visit to Dromore to visit Mary Paddy.
    Mike and Joyce Kelly

  22. My sincere condolences to the Dalton family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

  24. Sending thoughts and prayers to family. A good hearted person gone too soon. He will be deeply missed.

  25. We are so very sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Shawn. Please know are thoughts and prayers are with you all. May the beautiful memories of him give you peace and console you during this difficult time. Kevin & Sheila Coffin and Louise & David Smith, PEI

  26. To Paula,Frank, Jimmy, Pam, Bobby and families……We are so sad for your loss. Shawn’s wings were ready but our hearts were not. He will be deeply missed. Take comfort in your wonderful memories and know you all are in our hearts and prayers…….

  27. Paula, Frank, Jimmy, Pam, Bobbie & Howard
    Our hearts are breaking for all of you. You have all had so much sadness and losing someone so young is truly heart breaking.
    Shawn, I can hear his voice so clearly. “Hello cousin form PEI” I have many fond memories of Shawn and we hope the wonderful memories you have will help you get through the coming days.
    We truly wish we could be there with you but know that we are keeping you all close to our hearts and in our prayers.

    Love Fred, Charlene & Family

  28. Paula, Jimmy, Pam and family: So very sorry to hear of Shawn’s passing. Too young to be taken from this earth. It has been a very long time since I knew Shawn growing up, but in reading the condolences, I am not surprised to hear all the kind words and love everyone had for him – truly a Dalton through and through. May you find much peace and comfort in your memories.
    Love, Vickie Rajaniemi

  29. To Shawns’ family, we were so very sorry to hear of Shawns sudden passing. He was kind, funny, and always had a sunny outlook. Shawn spent time at our house as Justin’s good friend and always there for our parties. I also worked with your Mom, and enjoyed their stories of PEI, which we were lucky enough to visit. Rest In Peace Shawn. ❤️Jeanne and John Heos

  30. Endless sympathy to the Dalton family. Such a wonderful family and now having lost Shawn. Overwhelmed with sadness for you. As a kid, Shawn was a fun and welcomed visitor when he came to our kitchen with Chet. Special angels will watch over him.

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