Dorothy M. Dion

Dorothy M. (Murray) Dion, 76, of Worcester, died peacefully Monday, July 21, 2008 at home surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 54 years, Russell J. Dion; two loving daughters: Cynthia Bosselmann and her husband Charles of Tampa Florida, and Nancy Price and her husband Reginald of Worcester; a grandson, Devin Price; a brother, Edward Murray and his wife Rose of Holden; and two sisters: Emily Ciappenelli and Frances D'Acri, both of Worcester; and many nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by two brothers: Bernard Corey, and Arthur Corey; and four sisters: Joyce Piktelis, Eva Corey, Helen Michael and Dora Corey.

Dottie was born in Worcester, daughter of Nash and Mary (Mansur) Murray and lived here all her life. She was a graduate of Commerce High School, and worked as a Secretary for the A.G. Edwards Company for many years before she retired. Dottie was a former member of Our Lady Of Mercy Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family, and will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

Dorothy's funeral will be held Wednesday, with a funeral service at 11:00AM in the MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St. Calling hours will be held from 9:00AM to 11:00AM. Entombment will be in Notre Dame Cemetery Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the VNA Network Hospice, 120 Thomas St. Worcester, MA 01608.