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Dorothy Nickerson "Dot" Grotkowski
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Dorothy Grotkowski Obituary
Miss. — Mrs. Dorothy "Dot" Nickerson Grotkowski, 85, resident of Diamondhead, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2008, in Gulfport.
Mrs. Grotkowski was a native of Boston, where her family arrived in 1637. Her family heritage included being a descendant of William Nickerson, who founded the town of Chatham. She was an active member of the Nickerson Family Association, member of Our Lady of the Gulf Catholic Church in Bay St. Louis, and a devoted wife and mother.
She was a great lover of music, boating and cultivating roses. She had a particular affection for Cape Cod, Nova Scotia and Mississippi
She is preceded in death by her husband, Edward J. Grotkowski; parents, Howard Clinton and Mildred Lyle Nickerson; brother, Howard Clinton Nickerson II; and granddaughter, Tara Rose Grotkowski. She is survived by sons Edward Michael Grotkowski of Diamondhead and James Robert Grotkowski and his wife, Doreen, of Diamondhead; and grandchildren Jimmy Grotkowski, Gina Grotkowski and Hugh Grotkowski.
A Mass of Christian burial was held at Our Lady of the Gulf in Bay St. Louis on Dec. 4 at 4 p.m. A graveside service will be in St. Francis Cemetery, Hyannis, Monday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m. An online guest book may be signed at riemannfamily.com.
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Ashely & Michelle Bourgeois
December 4, 2008
Dear Mr Grotkowsi,
Ashely and I would like to offer you our deepest condolences on the lost of your mother,we will include her and your whole family in our prayers.
God Bless You All
Ashely & Michelle Bourgeois
Johnnie Abruzzese
December 4, 2008
Ed, I want to offer my condolences to you, I know it is very difficult for you at this time. Please know that we are there for you at all times.
Love and Prayers, Johnnie Abruzzese and Family
Michele Chapin
December 4, 2008
Mr. G
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. It was a pleasure to have known your mom, she will be greatly missed by many. I'm thinking of you and yours in this time of sorrow.
Stephen A. Cuevas
December 4, 2008
Ed, I will pray for the repose of the soul of your Mother; however, I am confident she is with our Father in heaven!
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Samantha Raborn
December 4, 2008
Ed, I am so sorry to hear about your Mom. I met you when I sang at the Harshbarger wedding. I remember you telling me about your Mom's illness. I know you were totally dedicated to caring for her in her time of need. She was blessed to have such a devoted son. I pray that God will comfort you through this difficult time.
Deb Stewart
December 4, 2008
Ed, Jim and family,
have heard with great sorrow of the passing of our beloved Aunt Dot, you are in my thoughts and in my heart. Wish I could be there to offer you my arms. I have very special memories of your mother and the joy that she made each encounter. Perhaps your mom and my mom are sharing a moment of sweetness at their re-union. all my love, cousin Deb (erie)
Susannah Freed
December 4, 2008
Aunt Dot was one of the most generous people I have ever met. She was a great listener and had a heart of gold. I know she will be missed. She had a way of making people feel special. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
The Staff of Riemann Family Funeral Homes
December 4, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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