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Dorothy L. Donohue
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Dorothy Donohue Obituary
Her husband, Timothy P. Donohue, died in 2000. She leaves two daughters, Paula Radermacher of Maryland, Donna Cohen of Hopkinton; a stepdaughter, Jodi Aja of Leicester; a brother, Robert Langton of Natick; seven grandchildren; and two great grandchildren. Dorothy was born in Natick and was the daughter of Hartley C. and Muriel (Durkee) Langton. She is predeceased by her first husband, Donald E. Hallberg, who died in 1964.
Mrs. Donohue worked at Norton Co. in Worcester, before she retired. She was a member of the Greendale People's Church in Worcester, and the AARP, Bancroft Chapter in Worcester. Dorothy was also a Girl Scout leader for many years.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., on Saturday, Aug. 30, 2008, in the Greendale Peoples Church, 25 Francis St., in Worcester. Burial will be private in Hope Cemetery in Worcester. There are no calling hours. Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St., in Millbury, is assisting the family with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Greendale People's Church, 25 Francis St., Worcester, MA 01606; the VNA Care Network Inc. Development Office, 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608-1280; or to the Animal Rescue League, 139 Holden St., Worcester, MA 01606.
Condolence book and directions available at www.mulhane.com.
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Leonard Vaudreuil
August 19, 2008
Dear Donna, Paula, and Jodi,
May you always cherish the memories of your mother and remember the good times. Our deepest condolences from the bottom of our hearts.
Terry and Lenny Vaudreuil
Marilyn + Connie Mooers
August 18, 2008
We have many fond memories of Dot and her brother Bob on Cold Starage Beach. Those were wonderful times and Dot will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with your family and for Dot at this time.
Hubertus Radermacher
August 15, 2008
Dear Paula and Family,
My mother Irene and I met your mother Dorothy at your wedding to my brother Reinhard and were deeply impressed by Dorothy's heartfelt sympathy, big heart and generous smile. We are very sad to hear the news about her illness and passing, and very much feel the loss of a wonderful relative, who gave a lot to make others happy.
May all beings in all lifes enjoy happiness and peace ,
Irene and Hubertus
Ahrweiler and Munich, Germany
Bob & Elaine Giles
August 14, 2008
Dorothy was the best neighbor anyone could ask for! She lived next door to us for all the years we lived on Darnell Road. She was there whenever you needed her. It was like having a sister next door. We will never forget Dorothy; all the wonderful times we had together with the families and friends. We remember fondly our Saturday night card parties with Aunt Janice & Uncle Paul, Ginny and Tag, Dot and Don, and Bob and I. We all drank High balls in those days.....My kids always remember the leftover potatoe chips and clam dip. We ususally played cards until 2:00 in the morning. Oh what fun we had! Dorothy, we'll never forget those days and most of all you.
We love you all, Bob & Elaine Giles
Bob & Elaine Giles
Aug 13, 2008
Grosse Ile, MI
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Sandy Strickland
August 14, 2008
Dear Paula, Donna, & Jodi,
My heart sank when I saw Paula's e-mail while I was at work. I thought to myself, "Oh no". I have so many fond memories of your mom. She lived next door to us and was like a second mother to me. I remember whenever I was sick, she would come over and bring toys for me to keep me occupied. Bless her heart...She would lug over the huge box of "furniture" complete with blocks and doll house furniture and Lincoln Logs. She would bring me peg boards, coloring books, whatever I wanted. She was like an angel to me. I'll never forget the bologna sandwich ordeal. I hated bologna and she gave me a bologna sandwich with mayonaise. When I finally finished it, she offered me a second one. So afraid I would offend her by saying no thanks, I sheepishly said, "okay", and had to down another one. She was the BEST!!! We laughed about that one for years. I also remember being over your house and watching Neil Armstrong taking his first steps on the moon. Dorothy made sure we had the right channel on and paid attention to that great moment in history.
She was kind, sweet, honest and I'll miss her. We have so many fond memories of her. We'll never forget you Dorothy and we love you all.
Sandy & Tom Strickland
Sandy & Tom Strickland
Aug 13, 2008
Grosse Ile, MI
Richard Penny
August 12, 2008
Shad Hole Road held many memories for us with your parents sitting in front of the fireplace. We missed Timothy and now we will miss Dot. Memories are better than sorrow.
Laurena Brown
August 12, 2008
Hi Jodi
We are thinking of you. Keep your chin up and if you need anything let us know.
God Bless
Erin Benoit/Laurena Brown
Erin Benoit
August 12, 2008
hi Jodi,
We were sorry to hear of your stepmothers passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Deena Rumford
August 12, 2008
PJ- You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that you find comfort with each other and know that you have the loving support of everyone who has been touched by your warm, generous spirit. Much Love, Deena
Joe and Kathy Gallagher
August 12, 2008
Dear Paula, Donna, and Jodi,
Please accept our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. We shall forever cherish our friendship with her and those great days together we shared at Cold Storage and West Dennis Beach.We will always keep her in our hearts.
Joe, Kathy, Joseph, and Christopher Gallagher ( "the gingerbread boys")
Elaine Feldmann
August 12, 2008
Dear Paula and Family,
Our most sincere sympathy to you all on the loss of your dear mother. You have been and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time for your family. The Feldmanns
Friends in Leicester
August 12, 2008
Jodi,
We were sad to hear the news about your step-mother,and we've got you and all of your family in our prayers and thoughts.
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