Veronica O'Rourke

March 23, 1960 - June 16, 2017

Veronica O’Rourke (57) of Piseco and Lake Pleasant died peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends on June 16, 2017. She was born on March 23, 1960 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Kurt and Rosmarie Paulinski. She moved to Piseco at the age of 16 and was a graduate of Wells Central School, Class of 1978. In 1979, she married Timothy O’Rourke and had three sons, TJ, Patrick, and Christopher. She was a proud grandmother, loving sister, and loyal friend. Veronica worked at the Nathan Littauer Primary Care Center in Speculator for approximately 20 years. She was a member of the Piseco Ambulance Corps, Ladies Auxiliary, and an active member of the community her whole life. Veronica helped in fundraising and was instrumental in starting Ride for the Cure with the Pleasant Riders. Her legacy will be one of love and service: service to her community, friends, and family, and love to those who were fortunate enough to know her. Veronica had a passion for quilting, reading, and family. She was supportive of all her children and grandchildren. She encouraged them to always follow their dreams. Veronica will be greatly missed by all who met her. A celebration of her life will be held at The Inn of Speculator on Sunday, June 25 from 1-4. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Piseco Ambulance Corps. Arrangements are under the care of Northville Funeral Home. Condolences may be made to the family online at www.northvillefuneralservice.com.