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Helene Dousa Obituary

DOUSA, Helene (Valys) Of Watertown, Oct. 23, Beloved wife of the late Wladimir Robert Dousa. Devoted mother of Leonard M. of Watertown, Gregory R. and his wife Elizabeth of Scituate, Michael A. and his wife Sarah of Andover, late Peter W. and his late wife Irmgard, late Victor R. and his surviving wife Theresa, and the late George Dousa. Dear sister of Alexander Farris Valys of FL and the late Alexandra Daukantas. Also loved by 7 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Funeral from the MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald Funeral Home at 270 Main St., on Rte. 20, WATERTOWN, on Mon. at 8 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at 9 o'clock in the Church of Saint Patrick, 212 Main St., Watertown. Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Cambridge. Calling hours: Sun. 2-5PM. Relatives and friends kindly invited. Member Watertown Women's Club, Garden Club, and Lexington Pops Chorus. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Cardigan Nursing Home Activities Fund, 59 Country Way, Scituate, MA 02066. For further info., please visit MacDonald, Rockwell & MacDonald www.macdonaldrockwell.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2008.

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Leonard Dousa

December 3, 2008

Hi, Mommy, I still can't believe you are physically not here anymore. I miss you so very much. I know you are visiting me in my dreams and your spirit is alive in the house. But I wanted to let you know that the house is being put up for sale. Please don't be mad or upset. You knew that this was coming. I just hope it sells quickly and you can visit me in my new place. Again, I miss you so very much. My life is empty without you. I will always love you and never forget you. Love your baby- Lenny

Leonard Dousa

October 31, 2008

Mommy, where have you gone? I am so lost without you. For so many years we took care of each other. You are and always will be the stongest person I will ever know. I thought you would be invincible but God has called you home. Home to be with daddy, your parents, George, Peter, & Victor, your sister, and countless of other relatives and friends. Whenever you came up in conversation, I always praised you or defended you. We had a very strong bond. We still do. I am the person I am today because of you and dad of course. Although you are not physically here anymore, you will always be with me. I will cherish every video & picture I have of you. You are my best friend! So long for now. I will see you again someday. No matter what, I will always defend you and your wisdom. I will always love you. My heart is broken. But at least I know you are at peace. Love your baby Lenny.

Alexander Valys

October 27, 2008

Helene, my wonderful sister whom I dearly loved and admired throughout my life, I will deeply miss you.

We will keep your spirit alive in our hearts and memories forever.

Sincerely, your loving brother, Alexander, wife Donna and son Phillip.

Nora & Mark Spezzafero

October 27, 2008

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Diana (Valys) Shields

October 25, 2008

My father Alexander is the brother of Helen. My fond memories of my Auntie Helen include her sweet smile and her bubbly attitude. When we were children, she made us feel so welcome in her home and on the cape. It is with a sad heart i write this condolence and pray for her and her family at this time.
May you rest in eternal peace, Auntie Helen.

~Diana Valys Shields and family~

Dinah Briggs

October 25, 2008

I am the niece of the late Helene Dousa. My mother was the late Alexsandra Daukantas. My aunt Helen played a very important part in my life and she will be sorely missed. I will never forget my auntie or her beloved family. A loss of this magnitude is more than the Dousa family or I can bear. I loved my aunt and I will miss her. However I must remember she is in a better place with Jesus Christ our Lord.

Love in Christ

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