Date of Service:
August 25, 2021
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August 25, 2021
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Nick was born on the 19th of June 1924 in East 106 Street New York, New York, to Alexander Rossi and Francis (Cuccia) Nick was the youngest of 2 his brother Joseph who is deceased was born the year before him. Both spent their childhood growing up in the city through some very difficult times. They both joined the Roosevelt Civilian Corps Core CCC’s Plan until the war broke out.
Nick joined the Coast Guard during World War II and was posted out of Boston where he met his future wife, Carol Lindstrom in 1943. He was then stationed in Greenland, patrolling the North Atlantic during the war. 4 Medals and commendations were received World War II, European African and Middle Eastern campaign, and Artic service.
Carol and Nick were married in 1945 and settled in Boston, Massachusetts initially. They had 5 children: John deceased, Gerald married to Salina, Janet Sanderson married to Richard deceased, Peter married to Maureen and Robert married to Cheryl. They moved to Quincy, Massachusetts with their 4 children in 1960. Nick worked his entire career for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority MBTA. Upon his retirement, Carol and he moved to West Harwich, Massachusetts. They eventually ended up at Woodfield in Vero Beach, Florida. Nick was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the Woodfield Tennis Club.
Nick passed away peacefully on Monday morning the 16th of August 2021 and was 97 years old.
He was an amazing loving and cherished husband of Carol Louise (Lindstrom). Besides his Children, he is survived by 5 grand children Christopher married to Stephanie, Robyn married to Anthony, Meredith married to Richard, James and Kathie. 3 step grandchildren Jill, Tania and Denzel. 7 Great grandchildren Jack, Danielle, Noah, Katie, Ryan, Jordan and Evan, 7 Nieces and Nephews Lyndia Milles deceased, Richard Elliot deceased, Nancy Kelley, Jackie Hughes, Scott Elliot, Ronald Rossi and Donna Costello.
Nick will be greatly missed by his loving family and his many friends.
A Visitation will be held 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 a.m. at Saint John of the Cross Catholic Church on Wednesday 25th of August, cremation will follow at the Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory in Vero Beach, Florida.
Because of travel and COVID restrictions, we will plan on a Celebration of Life Service for Nick that will be held virtually and be available on the web.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Joseph Fallon - Worked together
August 21, 2021, 11:00 pm
Carol & Family, I offer my deepest condolence and Love in the passing of Nick #1701, we worked Albany St & Quincy. God you got a great one God Bless
CAROL FOWLER - neighbors and friends
August 22, 2021, 12:05 am
The Woodfield Community was so blessed to have Nick, as a neighbor and friend. He was a caring, compassionate man with a fun loving sense of humor. He was so proud of his family and so devoted to his beautiful Carole Louise. We enjoyed his stories! He will be missed, but we are all grateful to have known, such a fine gentlemen. Carol and Jim
Peter Shea - Family Friend
August 25, 2021, 5:12 pm
Peter & Family, Your father/husband was one of those unique individuals you meet in life and will never forget. So many fond memories as Pete and I were growing up, his great sense of humor and patience as we muddled through our teenage years was inspirational. I can still picture him holding court (card game) at the Quincy bus garage showing all the younger workers how the game was played as we begged to borrow the car for some adventure. Not surprisingly – as I read this obituary – he was was amazingly successful in his life and with loving family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Harold Crowley - Friend
August 29, 2021, 5:16 pm
Carol, Peter & Bobby – I was saddened to learn of the passing of your husband/father in the Patriot Ledger. On just the day before learning of Nick’s passing, I had passed by your former home in Wollaston on the way to the Clam Box and I wondered what had happened to Nick and his family. I remember fondly my association with him during his time on the BSA Troop 20 Committee. He was a great supporter of his two sons, always eager and willing to lend a hand on a trip or a paper drive. He had a great sense of humor and sense of caring for others. He was always there to support whatever undertaking. When my fifth grade class at the Snug Harbor School invented a “Charlie on the T” game, Nick arranged for a group of my students to visit the maintenance facility of the MTA in South Boston to see for themselves how the T operated. It was a great thrill! He was truly a great man and will be sorely missed! I share your sense of loss!
Juan & Deborah Sifontes - Friends
August 29, 2021, 5:30 pm
Peter and Family, We are so sorry for you loss. We are here for you if you need us. He must have been a great guy because he raised such a great son. Sending much love.
Diane Masionis St. Ours - Godchild
September 8, 2021, 7:57 pm
Both Nick and Carol are my Godparents. I feel like I’ve just lost a little piece of my parents who were good friends of the Rossi’s. I have some very lovely, warm memories of Nick. God bless and give him rest. My love and best to Carol. Love, Diane Masionis St. Ours
Peter Rossi - Family
September 23, 2021, 12:48 am
I would like to thank each of you for your thoughts about my Dad. Harold, thought you would like to know that I helped lead our local Boy Scout troop while our son was growing up. On the day he passed, he had played tennis (at 97) and then cards that night. He never quit playing and I miss him dearly. For some of us, it was like he could live forever. My parents were married for 76 years, there aren’t manny people who can make that claim.