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Dorothy Clayton Obituary

Of Newton, MA. Entered into rest July 20, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Erwin Clayton. Devoted mother of Helaine and Raymond Becker, and Richard and Lisa Clayton. Loving sister of Joseph and Shirley Lappen, Harvey and Lorraine Lappen and the late Heshie Lappen. Cherished Grandmother of Eli and Marjorie Becker, Matthew and Laura Clayton, and Aunt of many loving nieces and nephews. Services will be held at Stanetsky Memorial Chapel, 475 Washington St., CANTON, MA Tuesday, July 22, 2008 at 2:00 PM. Memorial Observance will be held following the service on Tuesday at the home of Beth and Michael Lappen, then continuing at the home of Richard and Lisa Clayton on Wednesday and Thursday, and on Friday until 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701; or to the Hospice of the Good Shepherd, 2042 Beacon St., Newton, MA 02468. Stanetsky Memorial Chapels, Brookline 617 232-9300

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Published by Boston Globe on Jul. 21, 2008.

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robert lopes

August 7, 2008

Iam deeply sadden to hear that Aunt dorothy has pass away please know my sympathy is with all of the lappen family God bless

robert lopes

August 7, 2008

Iam deeply sadden to hear that Aunt dorothy has pass away please know my sympathy is with all of the lappen family God bless

Florence Goodman

July 22, 2008

I am very sorry to hear that Dotty has died. Sorry I cannot attend her funeral. Irving and I had so many wonderful memories of your whole family.

Mrilyn Rami

July 21, 2008

She was my second mother for all of my life. Her loss is felt deep within my heart. I am thankfull that on my last visit to Boston I was able to see her and spend some time with her. I am truly sorry that I am unable to get away to come up for the funeral. My deepest sympathy to the entire family.

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