Mark M. Exum – 62, of North Reading and formerly of Lawrence, passed away on Thursday, October 24, 2024, after a lengthy illness.
Born in Melrose, MA on December 25, 1961. He was the loving son of Frances A. (Grillo) Exum and the late Milton O. Exum. Mark was raised and attended school in North Reading and was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1980.
Mark worked for many years as a Courier at Advanced Dental Technology in Stoneham.
Mark was an avid reader, he had a love of History, especially the World War II Era. He knew a little about everything and had an incredible memory. He loved cars, especially restoring his MG Midget. He enjoyed flying his remote control airplanes, kayaking, hiking and camping in Harold Parker State Park.
Besides his mother Frances, family members include his brothers, Peter J. Exum and his wife Dee Exum and David R. Exum; his nephew, Anthony “AJ” Exum and his wife Rachel; his nieces, Hannah, Grace and Cassidy Exum; great nephews, Aiden and George Exum.
Calling hours will be private. His Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Wednesday, November 13 at 10:30 AM at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Interment will be 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. Arrangements are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading, www.croswellfuneralhome
My heartfelt condolences go to the family.. many memories playing b- ball ..god bless you guys
Rest in peace my friend Mark we will miss you.
So sorry to hear about about Mark’s passing, I have many happy memories playing little league baseball with Mark and his dad as our couch RIP
Rest in peace Mark.
Sorry to hear of another classmate “heading on out” as he will be sorely missed.
Condolences to the Exum family from the Silvia family.
So very sorry for your loss Peter and David!
I am so saddened to hear about Mark’s passing. A beautiful young man gone too soon. My condolences and all my love to my dear cousin Fran, Peter and David and nieces and nephews. So very sorry for your loss. ❤
My condolences. He was one of my oldest friends. We had lots of fun when we were kids.
Rest well Mark. My teen years would not have been the same without your humor and friendship.
Fran, Peter, Dee and David,
Our family sends our deepest condolences to all of you in the passing of Mark. We send our love to all of you.
I’m so sorry to hear about Mark’s passing…He will be missed by so many…Our condolences go out to the Exum family…
Ed & “Sandy” Mola