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Dawn Tuminowski Obituary
She was born on March 20, 1956, in Greenfield, Mass., the daughter of Mary A. Valiton of Whately, Mass., and the late Earl L. Valiton.
Dawn was a 1974 graduate of North Reading High School in Massachusetts and attended Lowell Tech. She worked at various jobs in the local school system and then as an empathetic and compassionate medication nursing assistant (MNA) in multiple facilities for the elderly. Dawn enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, decorating her home and shopping.
Dawn is survived by her devoted husband of 34 years, Robert L. Tuminowski of Epping; her daughter, Crystal West, and her husband, Scott; four grandsons, Ethan, Justin, Jameson and Eban; her oldest son, Robert Tuminowski Jr. and his partner, Allyson Mayfield; one step-grandson, Abraham; and her youngest son, Joseph Tuminowski. She is also survived by four siblings, Greg Valiton, Jeff Valiton, Susan Belida and Dorothy Spadola, and many nieces and nephews.
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SERVICES: Calling hours will be Tuesday, Jan. 3, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Brewitt Funeral Home, 9 Pleasant St., Epping. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, Dawn wanted people to take some time to do an act of kindness for someone less fortunate.
For more information, visit www.brewittfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dawn Tuminowski
Wanda Madeira
January 4, 2012
I am thankful to have spent time with Dawn, we worked at RiverWoods at the same time,she was a person I will always remember for her humor and compassion. R.I.P. old friend.
Nute Music
January 4, 2012
Ethan, Justin, and Jameson, We are sorry to hear about the loss of your Gram. Our thoughts are with you.
Becki Publicover
January 3, 2012
My sympathies to you all on your huge loss. Dawn was an amazing woman with tons of strength, humor and compassion. She will be missed.
chip lang
January 3, 2012
so sorry for your loss
Lenore & John Palmer
January 3, 2012
Bob and family, Our thoughts go out to you amd your family at this time as you grieve a precious life lost. I shared many a laugh with Dawn over the years and loved her "Lucy" impressions.
Powers Family
January 2, 2012
Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you all.
Judy Laganiere
January 2, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about Dawn's passing,please accept my deepest sympathy to all of you.
January 2, 2012
I am so sorry, Dawn will be greatly missed by everyone whose life she touched. My heart goes out to all of the family.
Lynn (Valiton) Shumaker
Dennis & Geri Naffah
January 2, 2012
Bob,may God comfort you and your family,for Dawn is at peace in Heaven.
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