"To my dear friend Frank, my brother in spirit, and your family David, Fran, Jason and Ginene. My heart and thoughts are with you at this sad time. I know how much Barbara meant to you as a mother and wife. I will remember her kind spirit. "
In loving memory of
Barbara Lois Nicolosi
April 16, 1946 - August 11, 2022
Barbara Lois Nicolosi passed away on August 11, 2022 at the age of 76 years in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Barbara was born on April 16, 1946 in Salem, Massachusetts and was raised in Peabody, MA by her late parents, Tony and Helen Gallo. She lived in the Northshore most of her life until moving to Scottsdale AZ.
Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Frank. She was the proud mother to three sons: Francesco, Jason & David, a daughter -- Ginene, a loyal dog -- Jamie, her daughters-in-law -- Alix & Janis, son-in-law -- Mark and 8 grandchildren Ashley, Lexie, Noah, Jared, Jonathan, Seth, Luke, & Lyla.
Barbara was a kind and loving mother, devoted wife, and caring friend to many. She cherished her time with family and always put her children above herself. When she wasn't a homemaker, she enjoyed reading, cooking, playing mahjong with family & going to bingo with friends. She was a food epicurean and an aficionado of vintage hand-held fans and geisha dolls. Barbara will be missed by all those who knew her, but never forgotten.
A funeral service is scheduled at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary and Cemetery on Bell Rd. and 64th St. in Scottsdale, AZ. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the American Cancer Society would be a thoughtful way to honor Barbara.
For those unable to attend, the service will be live-streamed at the following link: https://vimeo.com/740553152
Tributes
"Jim Lombard. "
"On Thursday, August 11, 2022 We lost an amazing woman, my mom. It was a day that will stay with me for the rest of my life. One that will remind me of how wonderful she was. A day that will forever make my heart ache and long for her hugs, laughter, smile, and love. I will miss you mom, and we will never forget you. --- Now I would like to read a poem I wrote: Beautiful, talented, and kind. A woman that's hard to find. The best cook ever, I'm telling you none could be better. Sweet, smart, and funny that was my mummy. She could draw, and paint, plus the woman was a saint. My mom was the bomb, now sadly she is gone. But only for a while, one day I know I'll see her smile. So keep your chins up and love in your hearts. Losing our loved ones won't keep us apart. I love you mom, and I'll see you someday. For the LORD will lead the way. _____ Here is a passage from the bible I'd like to share will all of you: Psalm 121:1 I lift my eyes to the mountains-- where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth. He who watches over you will neither slumber nor sleep. The LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore. I will always cherish the memories that I had with you and will long for more. I miss you mom and I love u forever."
" ?Gone from our sight but never our memories. Gone from our touch but never from our hearts? Thinking of you all and hoping your lifetime full of memories of all the special times your family has shared together will bring you comfort. all my love Deborah Gallo"
"Barbara, I truly missed you when you left Salem. Your door was always open to all us Gallo's. You were always so fun to talk with. Always giving us advice especially about skin. Stay out of the sun you would tell us, its not good for you. You were right. You had that beautiful creamy flawless complexion. Wished I listen to you. You were taken away much to young cousin and will always be remembered in our hearts and thoughts. Our love lives on and never dies. Rest in Peace. Love Patty ?? "
"Barbara , I can?t believe you are gone so soon . You have been and always will be my beautiful, caring and sweet sister-in-law. Your memory will live forever . Love you ??? Lucia "
"Nana was an extraordinary woman. She was a role model and an inspiration. We had our ups and downs but when it mattered she was always there. She was so kind and loving. She lives in my heart and I will always love her. "
"My mom was an extraordinary woman and my best friend! I have so many beautiful memories and stories of my life with her. She was an amazingly patient, strong, and loving wife, mom, nana and friend! Mom loved her bling, colors ( especially green ), bingo, nature, and her wind chimes just to name a few! Mom loved all things Japanese and had a love for great foods! My mom loved her children, grandchildren and my dad so very much and Mom always had this ?light? about her in life! I cannot believe she has left us this soon! I would give anything for one more voice mail, one more hug and kiss, one more phone call just to talk about nothing at all or to talk about everything and anything! What I would give for one more lunch or tea party, one more holiday together, to cook together, to laugh together, one more anything together! Mom, you may be gone from this earth but you will live on always in our hearts and souls, in our stories and memories from generation to generation! Till we meet again mom, I love you always ? "