All posts by Carol Croswell

Shirley A. Capillo

Shirley A. (McArdle) Capillo – It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Shirley, who passed away peacefully at the age of 91 on May 11, 2023.

Throughout her life Shirley dedicated herself to her family, bringing them together with her delicious cooking and warm hospitality.  Her kitchen was always filled with the aroma of her famous dishes and sweets, and she took great pride in cooking for her large family, no matter how big the gathering was. Everyone was welcome, except of course during her beloved story General Hospital.

Shirley also had a passion for knitting and crocheting, creating beautiful blankets, hats, and mittens for her loved ones.  She would often sit for hours on end, her hands moving quickly and expertly as she finished one project after another.  In addition to her love for cooking and crafting, Shirley was also an avid bingo player. She looked forward to her weekly games and would often come home with a big smile on her face after a successful night of bingo.

Shirley was predeceased by her loving husband of 67 years, Robert R. Capillo.  Family members include her son Michael Capillo and wife Donna; daughters, Maureen Turner and husband Jeff, Eileen Perron and husband Roddy, Julie Bornstein and husband David and the late Roberta Entwistle; grandchildren, Crystal Richardson and husband Michael, Joseph Entwistle, Anthony Capillo and fiancé Brooke, Ashley Capillo, Rebecca Kukish and husband Andrew, Jillian Turner and husband Mike, William and Rachel Bornstein, Colton and Rudy Perron; great grandchildren, Claire and Andrew Richardson. She was the sister of the late John, Andrew and Donald McArdle, Elizabeth Culkeen, Helen Murphy, Gail McArdle and Doreen Smalley.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 16th from 4:00 to 7:00 PM. Her Funeral will be on Wednesday, May 17th at 10:30 AM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading.  She will be laid to rest with her late husband at Riverside Cemetery directly following the funeral.

Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are by the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Kathleen M. Lane

Kathleen  M.  Lane – 76, of Jacksonville, Florida and formerly of Saugus, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023, after a lengthy illness.

Born in Everett, MA on May 12, 1946, she was the daughter of the late John C. and Bessie (Wood) Lane. She was a graduate of Saugus High School and Florida Community College of Jacksonville.

Kathleen was a retired travel agent and has been a resident of Jacksonville, Florida for over twenty five years.

She enjoyed listening to Classical Music, gardening and volunteering at the Green Houses at Brooks in Jacksonville, Florida.

Family members include her loving daughters, Andrea Dion and Joanne Dorgan and her husband Kevin Dorgan; sisters, Joan Jacobs, Lorraine, Cynthia and Elizabeth Lane; grandchildren, Ashley and Emma Dorgan.

Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Lupus Foundation of America. Arrangements are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Michael D. Prince, Sr.

Michael D. Prince, Sr. – 56, of Rollinsford, NH and formerly of North Reading, died unexpectedly in North Carolina on March 31, 2023.

Born in Melrose, MA on October 21, 1966. He was the son of John D. Prince and the late Elaine (Webster) Prince.

He was one of a kind, with a big heart and an open mind for everyone to share, he was a master craftsman in the art of conversation and could talk to anyone about anything and you would never feel judged, insecure or alone, he loved everyone.

He was always the first to lend a helping hand or to make you smile or laugh, because he never wanted anyone to struggle. He was a beacon of light in a sea of dark and you could always count on him to be positive and help you through whatever you needed. He loves and was loved and will sorely missed by so many.

Michael loved music, whether it be singing along word for word or changing the lyrics to something funny to get a laugh out of you, he loved fishing and playing golf or anything competitive especially horseshoes, he also loved drawing and making art later in life that he had a natural talent for.

Besides his father John D. Prince, family members include his sons, Joseph Prince and Michael D. Prince, Jr.; his daughter, Jessica Prince; brothers, Joseph Pires, William and Phillip Prince, Christopher Bourdon and John prince; his sister, Leslie Sweeney.

Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Friday, April 14 from 5:00 to 7:30 PM, followed by brief service. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.

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Cindy A. Goodwin

Cindy Ann (Tellier) Goodwin – 65, of Stoneham and formerly of Andover, passed away on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Tufts Medical Center in Boston.

Born in Lawrence, MA on February 6, 1958. She was the daughter of Ellen (Dollar) Tellier and the late Alan Tellier. She was a graduate of Andover High School.

Cindy was a Food Service Manager and she retired from the Reading School System after many years, where she enjoyed working beside her husband.

Cindy was a painter and particularly talented with watercolors. She loved her grandchildren and played endlessly with Luke and his fruit. She and her sister Cathy had just begun to enjoy spending more time together with their hobbies including bingo and trips to Foxwoods. Her favorite place was the beach house where she spent 2 weeks every year with her family and friends. She and John spent many evenings together on the dock. She took pleasure in being the family zookeeper, in particular babysitting Bruin, Rory and Draco. Babysitting always included some sort of pet costume. Cindy would show up at her sons, John and David’s games even when they were adults. Always their biggest fan! She opened her home and heart to any family member in need. Too many to note, but she will be remembered by all for her kindness, generosity, and free spirit.

Beside her mother Ellen Tellier, family members include her loving husband of 37 years, John C. Goodwin; her sons, John Goodwin and his wife Jean, and David Goodwin and Lisa ; her brothers, Tom Tellier and the late Michael and James Tellier; her sister, Cathy Day; grandchildren, Luke and Zack Goodwin and nieces, Christine, Pam, Kim and Liz Day.

Visitation will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Wednesday, April 12 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM, followed by a prayer service at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Cindy’s name to P.A.W.S., 411 Lowell Street, Wakefield, MA 01880 (tel. number, 508-800-7297)