Gordon E. Hayward's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in North Reading, Massachusetts

Gordon E. Hayward

August 17, 1938 - January 2, 2026 (87 years old)

North Reading, Massachusetts

Gordon E. Hayward's obituary , Passed away on January 2, 2026 in North Reading, Massachusetts

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Nichols Funeral Home

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Gordon E. Hayward

August 17, 1938 - January 2, 2026 (87 years old)

North Reading, Massachusetts

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Gordon E. Hayward Obituary

The world bids farewell to Gordon E. Hayward of North Reading, Massachusetts, departing on January 2, 2026 at the age of 87. Gordon leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Gordon may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Gordon touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Hayward and Ruth Hayward (Bergkuist); and his sister Winona Quick. He is survived by: his wife Nancy Hayward (Merritt); and his children, Sharon Williams of North Reading, MA, Sandra Bakos (Keith) of Flemington, NJ, Sarah Williams, Sonja Williams of North Reading, MA, Alex Bakos and Ashley Bakos of Flemington, NJ..

In lieu of flowers, donations in Gordon's memory may be made to the Union Congregational Church of North Reading and mailed to the above address.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Nichols Funeral Home



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148 Haverhill St, North Reading, MA 01864

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