OBITUARY: Dianne L. (Smith) Savosik, 81

Below is an obituary from Nichols Funeral Home:

WILMINGTON, MA — Dianne L. Savosik (Smith), fondly known as “Dumma” to family and friends, passed away unexpectedly on May 5, 2024, at the Lahey Clinic in Burlington; she was 81 years old.

Dianne was born on October 5, 1942, in Chelsea, MA; she was the cherished only child to the late Lebaron and Lorraine (Kiejna) Smith. Dianne was raised in Chelsea where she attended St. Stanislaw Catholic School for elementary and middle school and went on to graduate from Cardinal Cushing High School in South Boston with the class of 1959.

Dianne had a great thirst for knowledge, and she wanted to make a difference in the world; following graduation she went on to continue her education at the Carney Hospital School of Nursing where she graduated as a Registered Nurse and started a long and rewarding career. Dianne had a passion for nursing along with an endearing personality and huge heart; all attributes that made her successful in her field. Throughout the years, Dianne, worked at several hospitals in the Boston area before taking a nursing position at St. John’s Hospital in Lowell for much of her career. Prior to retiring, Dianne finished her career at the Aberjona and Winchester Nursing Care facilities for several years. Dianne’s unwavering devotion to her patients and their families was evident in everything she did; she treated them as her own family.

Dianne married “her sweetheart and best friend” Bill Savosik on October 1, 1963; the couple moved “up country” from Chelsea to Wilmington in 1973 where they raised a beautiful family. Dianne’s door was always open; she was an amazing cook who loved to entertain and have her house full of family and friends. Dianne was a very devoted wife, mother, and grandmother; she was always there to help her family no matter what they needed. Dianne cherished her role as “Dumma” to her three grandchildren; they were her pride and joy. Dianne enjoyed having great conversations (no texting) and spent as much time with them as she could.

In her spare time, Dianne loved to garden; she created beautiful flower gardens, and she enjoyed her plants as well. Dianne had a soft spot for animals; she tended to her fish tanks, spoiled her dog snickers, and she took in and cared for every stray pet her children brought home no matter what the species. Dianne always proclaimed that she could have worked for the local veterinarian.

Dianne also loved to knit and crochet beautiful blankets for family and friends; gifts that will be treasured for a lifetime.

Dianne’s adventurous spirit led to many memorable trips and vacations with Bill, her family, and friends. Dianne and Bill traveled around the world more than once; some of their more memorable trips included Greece, Alaska, Poland, Spain, Portugal, the Canadian Rockies, several Cruises, and her favorite trip was to Africa. Dianne loved to see new places, meet new people, experience different customs, and make countless family memories.

Dianne will be fondly remembered as a wonderful lady with a spunky personality; she was not afraid to try new things. She was a “dancing machine” who was always the last to leave the dance floor at every family party and she enjoyed watching everyone have fun. Dianne was also kind, caring, and helpful towards everyone; she had a heart of gold. Dianne was a great mentor and friend to many throughout her lifetime and she will forever be loved by all.

Dianne was the beloved wife of William Savosik, devoted mother of Marc Savosik and wife Dianna of Wilmington, Bryan Savosik of Mansfield, and Jenifer Savosik and companion Tom Ogden of Tewksbury. Loving Grandmother of Richard Hersom Jr. and wife Ashley of Hudson, NH, Kayla Slavin of North Andover, and Alyssa Slavin of Wilmington. Dear sister-in-law of Peter Savosik and his late wife Peggy of Peyton, CO, the late Dennis Savosik and his wife Kathy of Wilmington, and the late Dorothy Ebert and her husband George of Wilmington. Dianne is also survived by many nieces and nephews, and she was very fond of her late pup Snickers.

Family and friends will gather at the Nichols Funeral Home, 187 Middlesex Ave. (Rte. 62), Wilmington, MA, on Friday, May 10th at 9:00 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Thomas Church, 126 Middlesex Ave., Wilmington, MA, at 10:00 a.m. Visiting Hours will take place at the Funeral Home on Thursday, May 9th from 4:00-7:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Dianne’s memory to the St. Joseph’s Indian School, 1301 N. Main St., Chamberlain, SD 57325.

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