Sally L. Beaver, 83, of North Reading, formerly of Malden and Melrose, MA, sadly passed away on Thursday, November 17th, 2022, at her home with her loving family by her side.

Born in Malden, MA on January 28, 1939, Sally was the loving daughter of Edward and Frances B. (Rea) Beaver who predeceased her. She attended Malden High School and graduated in 1957. Sally worked at the Malden Co-Operative Bank for 38 years, where she started as a teller continuing on to become the branch supervisor, branch manager, assistant treasurer and then assistant vice-president.

She was a very kind and wonderful person as shown by her early retirement to be the caregiver of her parents for twelve years. She was also a resident of North Reading for over 30 years. Sally was a profound figure in the community where she belonged to the Chamber of Commerce, was Treasurer of Zonta International Club of Malden, and director of the Malden YMCA and YWCA. Sally longed to help others. She was a volunteer at Malden Hospital and a board member at Project Triangle. Since 2002, Sally worked part time as a receptionist at Moynihan Lumber in North Reading.

Sally was an infectious woman who could light up any room she walked into. Her smile was full and her laugh contagious. Sally always made people feel their best and knew the right thing to say during difficult times. Sallys niece Kaileigh was the love of her life. They did everything together. They were two peas in a pod. Sally had a true love for animals, especially her cat Ralphie and her dogs, Flash and Riesling. Often referring to little Riesling as “Wayo” (kid in Italian). She loved going on numerous cruises and she was an avid bowler. Sally was one of the sweetest and kindest people always putting others before herself. She will be sadly missed by all.

Ms. Beaver is survived by her sister Kathleen Mulligan and husband, Kenneth of Methuen. She was predeceased by her brothers Edward and Joseph Beaver. Sally also leaves behind many nieces and nephews; Sean Mulligan and his wife, Rosie of Methuen, Carney Mulligan and his wife, Danni of Malden, Kaileigh Mulligan of Methuen, Joseph Beaver Jr. and his wife, Donna of Abbington, John Beaver and his wife, Sharyn of Wakefield, Lori Karl and her husband, Curt of Saugus. Sally is also survived by many great nieces and nephews, Jordan, Ian, Conner, Amanda, Melanie, Joseph, Matthew, Robert and wife Alisha O’Leary.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend visiting hours on Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 9 to 11 AM at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. A short prayer will follow at Riverside Cemetery, North Reading. A luncheon full of memories and laughs will follow at the Chateau Restaurant, 131 River Road, Andover, Mass. 01810.  www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Peter Clark Jackson – 63, of North Reading and formerly of New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, November 17, 2022 surrounded by his family.

Born in Washington, D.C. on December 11, 1958. Peter was a graduate of Mountain Lakes High School in New Jersey, he attended the University of Delaware and graduated from Northeastern University. He later received his MBA from Suffolk University.

Family members include his loving wife of 34 years Susan (Bond) Jackson, their children Amanda, Daniel, Nicole, and their beloved dog Cora; his mother Joan (Clark) Jackson and late father Peter Monroe Jackson; his sister Fola Betourney and partner Clayton; his brother Mitchell Jackson and wife Molly; many nieces and nephews; and an extended in-law family.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date to be announced. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice.  The family would like those who are able to donate blood.  Arrangements are by the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Lori Ann (Sykes) Houle – 60, of Methuen and formerly of North Reading, died unexpectedly at her home on Friday, November 11, 2022.

Born in Arlington, MA on November 9, 1962, she was raised in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1980.

Lori worked in the printing industry for many years, she was a former employee of the North Reading Transcript and the Lawrence Eagle Tribune. She recently   worked in various customer service positions.

Lori loved her cat Clayton, the outdoors, and her family. She enjoyed attending concerts, cooking, biking, skiing, traveling, and cruising and exploring the countryside on motorcycles. She has been a resident of Methuen for over twenty years.

Family members include her loving mother, Betty J. (Ashton) Sykes and her late father Oscar C. Sykes; sister of Bonnie J. Matthews and her partner Charles Butterworth. Also survived by her godson and nephew Shane C Matthews and his wife Catherine and her niece Allison M Matthews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 19 from 10:00 AM to Noon at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Claire Janice (McMahon) Ryland – passed away peacefully on November 6^th, in North Reading, Massachusetts with her family by her side. She was 97 years old.

She was born to John and Alice McMahon in 1925 in Brighton, MA, where she grew up with her sisters and brothers.

She met James Frederick Ryland and was married in Reading, MA in 1948 at 22 years old. Together they raised four children in North Reading, MA. Claire also studied nursing and worked at New England Memorial Hospital. After retiring, Claire and Fred spent their days in a beautiful home by the ocean in Camden, Maine with their beloved dog T-Bone. They spent winters visiting their lifelong friends in Flagler Beach, Florida.

Claire Ryland is preceded by her husband Fred Ryland, her daughter Kathleen Ryland Harmon, and her son Thomas Ryland. She is survived by her son Mark Ryland and her daughter and son-in-law Susan and Paul Magliozzi, as well as her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 10 at 10:00 to 11:00 AM, followed by a 11:00 AM Funeral Service at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one’s choice.

Walter J. “Wally” Roberts – 63, of Wakefield and formerly of North Reading, died unexpectedly at his home from natural causes, on Saturday, November 5, 2022.

Born in Melrose, MA on July 13, 1959. He was the son of the late Walter and Janet L. (Jones) Roberts. He was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1977 and St. Anselm’s College, Class of 1981.

Wally loved sports, especially hockey, there were many great memories of him playing hockey from Peewee’s to North Reading High School. He enjoyed growing up on Cedar Street, spending time with family, especially around the holidays. He has been a resident of Wakefield for the past seven years.

Family members include his loving sisters, Kathy Lynch and her husband Leo of North Andover, Kristine Hoarty and her husband Thomas of Burlington and Janet Florez and her husband Javier of North Reading, he was the brother of the late Karen Roberts. Nieces and nephews, Ellen Keri, Daniel, Kelly, Bridget, Patrick, Mateo and Chloe.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 16 from 5 to 7 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 17 at 11:00 AM in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one’s choice. www.croswellfuneralhome.com