SOUTHWICK – Caroline J. (Fusick) Rosati, 104, of Southwick, passed away peacefully with her great granddaughter Kayla by her side on May 1, 2020 at the Arbors in Westfield. She was the beloved wife of 55 years to the late Nicholas Rosati. Caroline was born in Agawam on February 27, 1916 and was the daughter of the late Michael and Sophie (Augustine) Fusick. She worked at the family owned & operated business Country Colonial Shop as the store manager for 40 years until her retirement at the age of 96. Her love for her family was her number one along with her fond affection for her loyal customers and coworkers. When she wasn’t working she could be found crocheting afghans, gardening or just spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter Judith and husband Joseph Radwilowicz of Southwick. Nanny is also survived by grandchildren, Kim Radwilowicz and husband Richard Mountain, Joseph Jr. and wife Cheryl Radwilowicz, Kerri Radwilowicz, Kristie Girroir all of Southwick, great-grandchildren Jeffrey, Matthew, Kelly and Brian(Ashlee) Mountain, Joshua (Chrissy) and Katelyn(Kyle) Radwilowicz, Keven Jr., Kallie and Kayla Case (Adam Call), Steven Jr., Jonathan, and Kristalynn Girroir and great-great grandchildren Victoria, Travis, Ryan, Maisy, Brody, Isabella and many great nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband she was predeceased by her brothers Albert, Michael and Joseph Fusick, sisters Francis Lisoto, Pauline Zerra and Mary Fernandez.
We are eternally grateful for the girls and nurses in the Reflections Memory Care at The Arbors in Westfield, they really are special people. Also, a special thanks to the Pace Program at Mercy Life. We will miss your beautiful smile and witty remarks that stayed with you until the end, may the angels welcome you with open arms and a hot cup of coffee.
Arrangements are private and entrusted to Southwick Forastiere Funeral Home, 642 College Highway, Southwick. Caroline will be buried in Springfield St. Cemetery in Feeding Hills. Memorial contributions in Caroline’s memory may be made to Our Lady of the Lake Church, 224 Sheep Pasture Rd, Southwick, MA 01077. For more information or to leave an online condolence, please visit www.forastiere.com