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Born in Boston, MA on December 8, 1946, son of the late Joseph A. and Lillian (Mailiette) Veno. Joe was a graduate of North Reading High School, Class of 1964. He was a U.S. Coast Guard Veteran of the Vietnam Conflict, he was an EN2 and served from 1965 to 1969. He received Vietnam Service Medal with a Bronze Star.
He was a Reading Police Officer and Safety Officer, he retired at age 55. Joe has been a resident of North Reading for over 70 years and a member of St. Theresa's Parish for many years.
Joe served on many Boards for the town of North Reading. He was a member of the Board of Selectmen for 15 years, the Community Planning Commission for 4 years, Veteran's Affair Commission for 20 years, Recycling Commission for 4 years, North Reading Housing Authority for 10 years, Veteran's Memorial Commission for 20 years, Commission on Disabilities for 10 years, Council on Aging for 15 years and the Mystic Valley Elder Services for 15 years.
Joe was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, American Legion, Andover Sportsman Club and Knights of Columbus, where he was a 4th Degree Knight.
Joe loved gardening, traveling and was a NASCAR Fan. He coached Youth Football for 15 years and was the President of the North Reading Touchdown Club.
Family members include his loving wife of 54 years, Dianna (Sargent) Veno; his sons, Joseph A. Veno and his wife Nicole and Jonathan M. Veno and his wife Elizabeth; grandchildren, Jessica Prenney, Alicia and Abigail Veno. He was the brother of the late Donna Veno.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 2 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Graveside services will be held on Saturday, May 3 at 11:30 AM in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. A funeral procession will leave the Croswell Funeral Home at 11:15 AM. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the charity of one's choice. www.croswellfuneralhome.com
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Jimmy Considine, Charlestown
May 2, 2025
Thank you for your unselfish military service to the people of this nation. May you now rest in peace.
Greg Balukonis
May 1, 2025
Joe was a truly good and honorable man. I enjoyed having him as a boss and friend during my time in North Reading. Sending my prayers and comforting thoughts to his family.
Christa Jessico
April 30, 2025
Some people are born leaders, and Joe was one of them. Whether coaching football, protecting the citizens of Reading, helping to establish North Reading´s public policy (and too many other contributions to enumerate), or organizing and hosting the Class of 64´s five-year reunions, Joe was THE MAN. Though I live in an adjacent town now and didn´t see him regularly, he was always "out there." (e.g.., I avidly followed his area restaurant recommendations!)
To Dianna and Joe´s children/grandchildren: My 52-year-old son died March 28. I know the pain, and I am sending you a big hug and the Blessed Mother´s blessings as you travel on.
Joseph DiBlasi
April 30, 2025
North Reading lost one of its very finest. My sincere condolences to Dianna and to Joe's children, grandchildren, and entire family. Rest in peace, Joe.
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Jessica Prenney
April 30, 2025
Will miss your emails and holiday cards for every occasion, love you papa
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