Phyllis R. Kulsa – 85, of Peabody and formerly of North Reading, MA, died Sunday, May 29, 2022, at the Jeffrey & Susan Brudnick Center for Living.

Born in Cambridge, MA on December 14, 1936. She was the daughter of the late Alfred Zerega and Mary Gardner.

Phyllis always worked up until her retirement.  One of her first jobs was at the Schrafft’s candy factor in Charlestown, MA and always delighted her children by bringing home candy every night.  Later in life she was a long-time worker at Compugraghic Corp., helping to create circuit boards used in their products.

She was a very generous and caring person and loved to cook for her family. Phyllis loved animals and could never turn down adopting a new critter. One of her favorite restaurants was The Hilltop Steakhouse and she enjoyed taking her kids to the beach when they were young.

She was predeceased in life by her daughter Stacie (1979). Family members include her loving children, Donna and her husband Jeff, Pamela and her husband Roy, Ken and his wife Connie along with her grandchildren Brett, Brooke, Zachary & Sophia and her siblings Ronald, Joan & Maryann.

Services will be private and are under the direction of the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the charity of one’s choice. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Patricia A. (Marshall) Timoney – 80, of North Reading, formerly of Malden, passed away at her home, surrounded by her family on Sunday, June 19, 2022. Patricia was married for 57 years to the late James J. Timoney who passed last year.

Born in Lynn, MA on October 8, 1941, she was the daughter of the late Kenneth and Louise (Queeney) Marshall. She was a graduate of Girls Catholic High School (formerly Immaculate Conception High School) in Malden and worked as an Administrative Assistant for Varian Associates in Waltham for many years.  She was a resident of North Reading for 60 years and a member of St. Theresa’s Church.

Patty was a loving wife, mother and grandmother – affectionately called “Nana”. She was kind, caring, and generous; always putting others first. She loved her family, friends, grandchildren and Godchildren with all her heart. Gathering to celebrate life’s events, big or small meant the world to her. She always made time to talk whether on the phone or chatting over a cup of coffee. She loved shopping to find the perfect gift, enjoyed writing stories, listening to music, singing, and watching movies. Her faith was constant, certain and unwavering. She lived a full and wonderful life and will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is survived by her loving family members including her son Jeffrey and his wife Dena; daughters, Deborah and Susan and her husband Larry; she was the proud Nana of Ashleigh, Katherine, Alexia and Robert and the sister of Robert and Paul Marshall.

Her funeral will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Thursday, June 23 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will be held prior to the funeral from 10:00 to 11:00 AM. Burial will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Alzheimer’s Association or American Lung Association. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

RoseMarie (Fruciano) Vitale – 84, of North Reading passed away peacefully and in the comfort of her own home, surrounded by family on June 9, 2022.

Rose was a loving and devoted wife, proud and loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a friend to many throughout her life.

Rose Marie was born in the West End of Boston on September 27, 1937, to the late Salvatore (Sam) and Gaetana (Tina Bettinelli) Fruciano. She is survived by her beloved husband of 56 years, Stephen Vitale of North Reading and their three children, Jo (DiFranco) Ridgley and her husband, Mark of Haverhill, MA, TinaMarie (DiFranco) Hemmer and her husband, Lawrence of Mt. Airy, MD, and Stephen Vitale Jr. and his wife, Christine Vitale of Pepperell, MA.

Rose was Grammy to Brandi and her fiancé, Matt, Shane, Cori and her husband Doug, Kristi and her husband Ashish, Victoria, and DJ. She was Great Grammy to four great grandchildren. All, having special places in her heart.

Rose is also survived by her two brothers, Joseph and his wife Charlotte Fruciano and Bernard Fruciano and his husband Peter van den Noort. She also leaves behind aunts, uncles, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Rose loved time spent with her family. What others would perceive as bragging was Rose expressing how proud she was of her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling with her husband, visiting many countries, cruising, as well as touring the US. She was a talker, talking with friends and strangers who quickly became friends. Her past times included playing cards (she did not like to lose), baking, and she kept the librarians at Flint Memorial Library busy with all her requests for books.

Her working career was spent at General Electric/Ametek in Wilmington until she retired in 1997. As a Senior she worked for the town of NR; in the schools making copies for teachers, as a greeter at the town hall, and she always volunteered to work elections on voting days.

Rose Marie will be missed by all.

Visiting hours will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Tuesday, June 14 from 8:30 to 10:00 AM, followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading.

In lieu of flowers, consider a donation in Rose’s honor, to her favorite charity.  Donations can be sent to Smile Train, https://donate.smiletrain.org.  Smile Train is a nonprofit organization and charity providing corrective surgery for children with cleft lips and palates. www.croswellfuneralhome.com

Brian H. Warren – 71, of North Reading, formerly of Danvers and Middleton, died unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, June 7, 2022.

Born in Gander, Newfoundland on April 26, 1951. He was the son of Robert E. and Ida (Flight) Warren. He was a graduate of Danvers High School, Class of 1969 and received his Associate degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology and the University of Lowell. He received his Education Certificate from Fitchburg State and FAA Certification from East Coast Aero Tech.

Brian was an Associate Professor at Wentworth Institute of Technology. He was a mechanic at Omni Beechcraft, Inc. He was also an Instructor at the National Aviation Academy and a Mix Room Operator at Parlex Corporation.

Brian was a beloved husband, devoted father and grandfather. He was always willing to teach you how things worked or talk history with you. He has been a resident of North Reading for the past 38 years. He was a member of the Ipswich River Community Choir and the North Reading Community Coffee House.

He loved playing the guitar, singing, teaching and telling stories. Brian was a huge Boston Sports Fan and a big aviation enthusiast.

Family members include his loving wife Susan (MacDonald) Warren; sons, Brian V. Warren and Michael Warren; his daughter Megan Warren; his brother Robert “Butch” Warren; his grandchildren, Brian V. Warren Jr. and Richard Warren.

Calling hours will be held at the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Saturday, June 11 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM. Interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in his memory to the North Reading Fire and/or Police Departments.

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Nicholas (“Nick”) James Ouimet– 26, of Danvers, MA passed away Saturday morning May 28^th’,’2022.

Nicholas was born November 11, 1995 to his parents Donna (Sieckert) Ouimet and Roland Ouimet, Jr.  Nick was the youngest brother  to Justin  Ouimet  and Jonathan  Ouimet .  Nick entered this world as a fighter, arriving 7 weeks pre-mature and spending 3  months receiving life sustaining support from the hospital until he grew strong enough to join his family at home. He required continuous oxygen, special meds, an oximeter, and a heart monitor until he was 11 months old. Due to his hearing impairment, he was fitted with hearing aids at 10 months old. Beginning hearing therapy at 11 months old .You might  say that this initial exposure to machinery/electronics laid a very young groundwork for Nick to develop his passion for mechanics and electronics that would culminate in becoming a Certified Apple Technician at  age 14, supporting his high school tech center, and later working at  Communications and Power Industries (CPI) of Beverly.

Nick’s early years were challenging, but he managed to overcome a host of physical problems. He was an avid skier, skater, and Karate enthusiast. Nick’s comedy side was honed at an early age, he could mimic politicians both male and female, favorites were Mitch McConnell and Sarah Palin. Nick had a bit of old-fashioned charm that attracted people to him. His work ethic, loyalty, and wry sense of humor are some of the many attributes that he was celebrated for and will always be remembered by.

Nick was passionate about music: John Denver, Billy Joel, Green Day, and Christian Rock, the latter introduced by Nick’s church community from the Great Rock Church of Danvers, MA. His discovery of God and hope for a better tomorrow, sustained Nick in his ongoing battle against depression and mental illness.

Nick’s journey has ended on earth, but he is safe and resting in the warm embrace of God.

If you would like to pay your respects to Nick and his family you may do so at The Great Rock Church, 256 Andover Street, Danvers, MA 01923 on Friday June 10, 2022 @ 10:30 AM.

In honor of Nick’s ever-practical outlook we ask that in lieu of flowers, donations are kindly made in Nick’s honor to the National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) or to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.

Arrangements are by the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading. www.croswellffuneralhome.com