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

Carole Ann (Gillespie) Lander – 87, of North Reading, formerly of Stoneham, died surrounded by family and loved ones on May 31, 2022 at Winchester Hospital. She was the beloved wife of Harold C. Lander for 66 years.

Carole was born May 16, 1935, in Melrose, MA. She was the daughter of the late Elliot and Mabel Gillespie, and step-daughter to the late Lois Gillespie.

Carole was Executive Banking Secretary and Assistant to the late James R. White for most of her career. After Carole started her career as a secretary at Shawmut Bank, Mr. White recognized her skills and many talents and promoted her to be his assistant. She loved all aspects of her job. Many colleagues became some of her closest friends and remained so for many years.

She was an avid cook and baker, sometimes known as the “Cookie Lady” – her recipe for hermits was legendary. Entertaining was one of her passions and she was a wonderful and gregarious hostess. She always made sure food, laughter, and love were always in abundance at her gatherings. She valued friendships, and, if she couldn’t see you in person, she never missed the chance to send a greeting card to catch up. She had an eye for picking out the perfect card for all occasions.

Carole loved all things Chihuahua, from her very first fur baby, Chickie, to her youngest pup, Walter. Throughout the years she had many puppies, each and every one so special to her. She cared for them and loved them – they were part of her family. She was an animal lover in general, always opening her heart to any animal in need.

Carole is survived by her husband, Harold C. Lander, and her fur babies Lucky and Walter. She was the sister-in-law to the late Harvey Lander and his wife Mary of Billerica, and the late Gordon Lander and his wife Irene of Billerica. She was a beloved Auntie to Gordon Lander Jr. and his wife Pat of Billerica; the late Linda Lander-Fraize; Catherine Barbas and husband Steve of Billerica; Christine Lander-Souza of Lowell; Nancy Cormier and husband Paul of Townsend; Patricia Vivilecchia and husband Demian of Somers, CT; Caitlin Barbas of Bloomington, IN; and Nicholas Barbas of Billerica. She also has many great and great-great nieces and nephews and many very dear friends.

Visiting hours for family and friends will be held at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading, MA, on Tuesday, June 7, 2022, from 10 a.m. – Noon. Graveside services and interment will immediately follow at Riverside Cemetery in North Reading, MA.

Those wishing to make memorial donations in lieu of flowers, please donate to the Animal Welfare Society of your choice in honor of Carole’s love of animals.

Robert “Bob” L. Santiano – 78, of North Reading, died at his home surrounded by his family on June 2, 2022.

Born in East Boston on August 16, 1943.  He was the son of the late Joseph and Grace Santiano.  He met the love of his life, Jean, at an ice skating rink in Lynn.  They married and moved to Woburn and had four children.  Later they moved to North Reading.

Bob owned his own flooring business for over 50 years and enjoyed going to work every day.  When his sons where younger, he spent time coaching their hockey and baseball teams. Bob loved spending time with his family the most.  Known as “Papa” he would dress up as Santa at Christmas time for his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  When he wasn’t spending time with his family you could find him at the golf course or volunteering at the Mission of Deeds.  He was also a former president of the Son’s of Italy and a member of the Elks in Wakefield.

Bob was the life of the party.  His personality would light up a room.  He made everyone around him feel welcomed and would always make friends where ever he went.  Bob’s philosophy on life: work hard, love what you do and when things get tough, never give up.

Bob was the beloved husband of the late Jean Santiano.  He was the loving father to Deborah Santiano-Queen of Wilmington, Carol Cattoggio and husband Scott of Methuen, David Santiano and wife Barbara of Burlington, and Christopher Santiano and wife Rachel of Hudson.  Papa to Jalisa, Derek, Brandie, Courtney, Scotty Jr., Kayla, Braden, Anthony and Matthew.  Great Papa to Costantino, Mia and Cassidy.  Brother to Rita Cipriano, and uncle to many nieces and nephews.

His funeral will be held from the Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street, North Reading on Thursday, June 9 at 9:15 AM, followed by a 10:30 AM Funeral Mass at St. Theresa’s Church, 63 Winter Street, North Reading. Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, June 8 from 4 to 8 PM. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in North Reading.

In lieu of flowers, the Santiano family requests donations be made to St. Jude’s Hospital for Children, 501 Saint Jude Pl., Memphis, TN  38105-1905.

Beverly A. (Buckler) Goodwin – 97, of North Reading and formerly of Reading, MA, died Thursday, May 26, 2022, at the Newton-Wellesley Hospital. She was the wife of the late Dana A. Goodwin, Sr.

Born in Holden, MA on July 14, 1924. She was the daughter of the late Harold and Anita (Ferguson) Buckler. She graduated from Reading High School, Class of 1942 and attended Boston University from 1942 to 1943.

Beverly worked for Veteran’s Services for the Town of North Reading from 1966 to 1990. She has been a resident of North Reading since 1946.

She always was positive, kind, generous and caring. She loved life and was adventurous. Beverly enjoyed travelling, dining out and gardening. She was an accomplished seamstress and wonderful homemaker taking great pride in her North Reading home that she helped build and occupied from 1961 to her time of passing. She loved horses, had her own pony as a young child and enjoyed working with her father’s Hackney Carriage Ponies. She enjoyed walking in town engaging in conversations with her many friends along the way.

Beverly loved to travel and vacationed around the world with her devoted companion of 52 years, William (Billy) Zanni of Reading.

Family members include her loving children, Dana Goodwin of Rowley, Linda Walsh of Andover, Steve Goodwin and wife Dianne, of Sandown, NH and Bruce Goodwin and wife Linda, of North Reading; grandchildren, Joseph DiFraia and Christina Prussman, both of Andover, Ben Goodwin and wife Candice of Greer, South Carolina, Matt Goodwin of Lynn and Wendy Boynton of Medford, OR, great grandchildren, Jake DiFraia of Santa Fe, NM, Jossy DiFraia of Andover, Henry, Jr., Ava and Ryan Prussman of Andover, Sydney Dunbrack of Cloud Croft, NM and Caitlin Officer of Dunsmuir, CA; and great-great grandson, Ryland Officer of Dunsmuir, CA. She was the sister of the late Bruce Buckler, Nancy Zanni and Shirley Cheyne.

Her funeral 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 Ann “Pat” Martin born to the late Edward Joseph Martin and May Helena Lamantia at St. Francis Hospital in Miami Beach, Florida on July 24^th 1947, passed away suddenly at her Groveland, MA home on May 17^th 2022.

Pat graduated from Barry University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and then earned her Master’s Degree in Nursing at Catholic University in Washington D.C. in 1973. She later attended Mass School of Law in Andover. Pat devoted her Career as a Director of Nursing in Long Term Care Facilities for over 40 years. She loved working with the elderly to bring about a better quality of care for patients and their families. Later in her career she passed on her knowledge as a Certified Nursing Assistant Instructor for the American Red Cross.

Pat was beloved by her many friends and professional colleagues as well as all of the patients she’s cared for. She treasured her long friendships and always looked forward to Nova Scotia travel. She adored her two dogs Justina and Tede who will forever miss her. Pat has lived her life with a deep unshakable faith in God and the Catholic Church to which she remained faithful up to the very moment of her death.

Friends may honor Pats life by gathering for her services on Thursday, June 2^nd at Croswell Funeral Home, 19 Bow Street,  North Reading, MA at 10AM followed by a Funeral Service at 11AM. A Christian Burial will take place thereafter at Lakeside Cemetery, 501 North Ave., Wakefield MA 01880. In lieu of flowers, Please make donations to the MSPCA in honor of Pat and her love for animals. www.croswellfuneralhome.com