METHUEN - Theresa Elaine (Tropeano) Rouda, age, 72, of Methuen, MA passed away Friday, September 8, 2017 after a long illness, with her family at her side. Theresa was born in Melrose, MA, the daughter of the late Ralph and Margaret (Doldt) Tropeano. Theresa was raised in Wakefield, MA and a graduate of Wakefield Memorial High School. Theresa went on to raise a family and was a Home Health Aide before becoming an LPN. She worked for many years at Tewksbury State Hospital until her retirement. She enjoyed spending time with her family, crocheting, crossword puzzles and games.

Theresa is survived by her children, two sons, David Cusato of Reading, MA and Timothy Cusato and his wife, Jennifer of FL. She is also survived by her daughter, Cheryl Ann Milller and her husband George of Amesbury, MA and eight grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Theresa was predeceased by her brother, Ralph Tropeano of Wakefield, MA and George Tropeano of Lowell, MA and is survived by her sisters, Dorothy (Tropeano) Gordon of Billerica, MA and Margaret (Tropeano) Burgin and her husband Gary, of Wakefield, MA.

At the request of Theresa, there will be no calling hours or services. A celebration of her life will be planned for a future date.

Arrangements by Driscoll Funeral Home, Haverhill. For online guestbook, please visit www.driscollcares.com