Darlene Ruth Welch

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Darlene Ruth Welch – 62, of Gloucester, formerly North Reading, passed away unexpectedly at the Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA on Monday, July 20, 2020.

Born in Winchester, MA and growing up in North Reading, Darlene was a graduate of North Reading High School (1977).  She was a caring person with a big heart who truly loved family and friends, and spent as much time as she possibly could with her precious granddaughter Malyiah. She would do anything possible to help someone out in a time of need.

Darlene was a witty, funny person who enjoyed a good laugh and having fun.  She was an avid gardener and always had the talent and artistic ability to make beautiful flower arrangements and could tackle any household project making something out of nothing. She enjoyed cooking and was adamant about not following recipes; she would just make it up as she went along and her meals and desserts were always delicious.  Holidays, birthdays and all special occasions to be around family and friends were especially important to her.

She was a waitress for many years at different restaurants and all her customers loved her and would request her tables because she was good at what she did. Darlene was a true people person and had the special ability to connect with and read people very well.

Her family is heartbroken and she is already missed dearly.  Darlene leaves her parents L. Donald and Ruth Welch of North Reading, MA; daughters Alycia Welch-Kuykendall and Amber Eaton of Gloucester, MA; granddaughter Malyiah Welch-Menicocci of Gloucester, MA; brother Bradford Welch and his wife Cheryl of Stoneham, MA; sister Sheila Welch-Miller and her husband Donald of Townsend, MA, nieces Nicole Welch, Arielle Williams; nephews Stephen Welch, Shane Miller, Bradford Welch, and Andrew Welch. Along with many loving aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends.  Darlene was predeceased by her brother Stephen D. Welch.

Darlene’s family will receive visitors practicing social distancing at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading, MA 01864 on Sunday, July 26th from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. All current Covid-19 protocols and restrictions are in place and funeral home capacity will be limited to a maximum of 50 people at one time.  A funeral service will be held at the Trinity Evangelical Church, 105 Haverhill Street, North Reading, MA 01864 on Monday, July 27th at 11:00 am. Memorial donations may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Association.  www.croswellfuneralhome.com

 

32 thoughts on “Darlene Ruth Welch”

  1. I am so so sorry for your lossDarlene was beautiful inside and out. I have so many great memories❤She was an amazing friend I will miss so much.RIP Chuney❤

    1. She will be missed she babysat me when I was 7 years old and and we help each other and she is a great person I will miss my best friend god bless our friends and 3and be free of pain and suffering and god please help her got to the white light to god and she young again let her spirit be with us in our hearts and soul and be happy that you are super awesome person

  2. So sorry for the loss — Darla was a fun and giving person!!! I know she will be missed dearly!

  3. So Very Sorry For Your Loss Sending My Condolences To The Family God Bless You All At This Difficult Time

  5. I remember her with beautiful long hair. Just a little girl with Stevie. We played together many years ago. I knew her when her grandparents lived next store. Simpler times. Don and Ruthie, I am so sorry for your loss. Linda Cairns

  6. My deepest condolences to the Welch Family and her daughters. She was a funny, kind person and always the life of the party…May she rest in peace

    Karen (McNeil) Hallett

  7. I am so sorry to hear of this loss I graduated 1977 North Reading High I remember her well.

  8. So very sorry for you loss. Prayers for your family during this very difficult time.

  9. I am so sorry to hear this. Darlene was a ton of fun! Many memories and laughs!
    God bless your family at this difficult time.
    Robin & Rene Loiselle

  12. Im so sorry darlene was a beautiful soul shes gonna be missed,rest in the sweetest peace darlene till we meet again

  13. I’m so sad and sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers to Darlene’s family.

  16. I am So Very Sorry To Hear This, I have Such Happy, Fun Memories Whenever I Think Of ,”Darl”❤My Heart Smiles She Made The Younger Me’s World A Happier Place So Did You Ruth & Stan❤So Very, Very Sorry for Your Loss…Sending Prayers, Love, Thoughts Always, Love Patty Cantone & Dave Silva

  18. My deepest condolences to the Welch family as well as her daughter. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.

  19. My condolences to the Welch family. What a wild and beautiful spirit. I will never forget Darlene

  20. I am so sad for Donald and Ruth.
    Dear Maliyah lost two grandparents this week.
    Please know My heart and thoughts are with you.♥️

  21. Sorry for your loss darlene was a great friend/family my heart and soul is on the Walsh family Darlene will be missed she had a loving smile, smart, caring, made your day special, Problem solver

  22. I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Darlene so much. She was such a big part of my childhood.

  23. I am so, so sorry, Darlene and I worked together for many years, she was all that and more!

  25. Darleen always brought smiles and laughs wherever she went. She will always have a special place in my heart. My condolences go out to her family.

  26. God looked around his garden and found an empty space

    He then looked down upon the Earth and saw you’re tired lovely face
    He put his arms around you and lifted you to rest
    With the help of his angels he flew you to your Heavenly place

    God’s Garden must be beautiful he always takes the best
    He knew you were suffering the knew you were in pain
    He knew that you would never get well on this Earth again

    He saw that the road was getting rough and the Hills too hard to climb
    He closed your weary eyelids in whispered “peace be thine”
    It broke our hearts to lose you but you didn’t go alone
    For part of us went with you the day God called you home

    -Melissa Shreve

    My sincere and utmost condolences.. Christopher Jones

    1. I am so sorry for your loss. We missed many years of happiness together over something stupid. You and Alycia will always have a special place in my heart. Many happy memories of us taking Kristen and Alycia places. This could go on forever with many happy and some sad memories. RIP my friend until we meet again.

  27. Darlene was indeed one of a kind. We are truly saddened and in disbelief that she has passed away. We will miss her and hope she is at peace with others. Heartfelt condolences from the Carter family.

  28. I’m so sorry for your loss, one of the biggest regrets I’ll have in life is not being able to see her and catch up on ol times., my hope is that we can catch up in heaven.

  29. I remember hiking up in the white mts with her and her friend Donna. Good memories all. I wish I could have talked with her in our present time but I did not cross paths with her since 30 years ago. It sounds like she had a good life that’s good because she deserved it.

  30. I pray that the Lord the bless you and comfort with your sweet memories of Darleen.

    I have sweet memories of hanging out with her as a kid.

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