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Dorothy McDavitt Obituary

McDAVITT, DOROTHY L. (REILLY), 82, of Bonnet Shores, Narragansett and Middletown, NJ, passed away on Thursday, February 28, 2013 at home surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife for 63 years of Gerard J. McDavitt, Sr. Born in Providence, she was the daughter of the late Thomas J. and Anna V. (McKenna) Reilly. Dorothy grew up in Providence and was a graduate of Elmhurst Academy where she attended from 1st to 12th grade. She was also a graduate of Katherine Gibbs Business School. Besides her husband, she leaves her children, Gerard Jr., Sharon, James, Mary Ellen, William and Timothy. She was predeceased by her son Thomas. She also leaves her nieces, Donna Gunning, Margaret Habel and Kathleen Jeffrey and her nephew T.J. Reilly, III. She also leaves 13 grandchildren as well as her sister-in-law Dorothea Reilly Walsh. She was the sister of the late Evelyn Gunning and Thomas J. Reilly, Jr. The family also wants to acknowledge the kind and supportive care of Becky, Claire and Peg. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday at 10:00 a.m. in Christ the King Church, 180 Old North Rd., Kingston, followed by interment at St. Francis Cemetery in Wakefield. Visiting hours are Sunday from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the Nardolillo Funeral Home & Crematory-SOUTH COUNTY CHAPEL, 1111 Boston Neck Rd. (Rt.1A), Narragansett. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to: Christian Brothers, 632 Ocean Rd., Narragansett, RI 02882 or a charity of choice in her memory. Visit nardolillo.com for online condolences.

Published by The Providence Journal on Mar. 2, 2013.
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Billy, Kim and the entire McDavitt family - I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful person. My prayers are with all of you. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories she gave.

Buck

March 11, 2013

I know that my father was very fond of the entire McDavitt family. He always said what a lovely woman Mrs. McDavitt was. I am so sorry for your loss and will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Wiekert (Outwater)

March 7, 2013

Mrs McD. may you rest in PEACE!
Those were the days....The "Play" luncheons at your house, riding bikes to that park by your house, and on, and on. We are at "That" stage in our lives...Mrs McD. was always so gracious! May God bless you.
Paul Begley - Jackson, NH

March 7, 2013

May the memories you have to cherish of your Mom ease the pain and bring smiles and laughter to the entire family. Another beautiful, kind Irish mom from "Millbrook" now has her wings. My heart and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Shari Philpott

March 5, 2013

My sincerest condolences to the entire McDavitt family. Mrs. McDavitt was a wonderful lady. I am so sorry for your loss.

With much love.
Jackie Shields Cash (Daughter of Bill and Mary Shields)

March 5, 2013

Dear Gerry and family,
I have fond memories of times spent with you and Dot and the older McDavitts and I know you have many more wonderful memories which you will all hold in your hearts.
In deepest sympathy, Bob and Mary Jane Vinson

Mary Jane Vinson

March 4, 2013

The McDavitt Family,

We were very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. We will keep you all in our prayers during this difficult time.

We waited until Sunday to tell Mom and Dad as we knew they would take the news very hard.. They loved your Mom so much and just thought she was the greatest! I know they wanted to be there for the funeral but Dad has been recovering from pneumonia he developed in early February.
Although no words can really help to ease the loss you bear, just know that you are very close in every thoughts and prayers.

All our love,

The Carson Family

March 4, 2013

Dear Gerry Jr and family,

So sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a very caring and loving woman. So sorry we couldn't be at the service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bob & Kay D'Aiello

March 4, 2013

Gerry and The McDavitt Family,
Deepest sympathy to all. Our prayers are with you and God bless Mrs.McDavitt.

Sean,Pat,Bridget and Maura Kelly

March 4, 2013

Gerry and Family,
I pray your saddness now is soon replaced with the joy of memories of a terrific lady.

Mary Kelly

March 4, 2013

Bill, Kim and the boys and whole McDavitt clan may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. The Fowler's

Dennis Fowler

March 4, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to you all.
Jim and Anne Murphy

March 3, 2013

Billy, Kim and family, we are sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and offer our deepest condolences.

With love,

The Manuelli family

March 3, 2013

I am sorry for the loss of your wife, mother, aunt, friend. With gratitude for the giftedness of her life in this world.

Rosemary Ryan MMS

March 3, 2013

What fond memories I have of your Mom, made during the many hours I spent at your home in Middletown when we were kids growing up together. Sending love across the miles to you all. XO

Kathleen Weckenman

March 3, 2013

Gerry,Billy and family, All the McKenna family family send their deepest and heartfelt sympathies to your family. We will keep Dorothy in our prayers. Bill McKenna and family.

March 2, 2013

Gerry Jr. And Family: I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I will keep you all in my prayers during this difficult time.

Marianne Sullivan

March 2, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

Brian Beardsley

March 2, 2013

Our condolences to the McDavitt family. Jim Courtney & Family

March 2, 2013

Tim,

I'm very sorry to hear about your mom. I never met your mom, but I know you to be a kind hearted good man and that is a reflection of your parents. She was a very lucky woman to have such a loving family who will always keep her in their hearts.

I hope you and your entire Irish Clan will find peace in the memories you all shared with your mom.
Steve Baker

March 2, 2013

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