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Marie Dolan Obituary

Marie E. (O'Connor) Dolan, 82, of Worcester, died after succumbing to her battle with cancer on Thursday, July 31st surrounded by loved ones. She leaves her four children, Patricia Luperchio, Rita Attanasio wife of Lawrence, Avon Wilcox, III aka Richard Dolan all of Worcester and Michael Dolan of South Palm Beach, FL. She was a loving and devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother of five grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Three brothers, Raymond Doherty, Charles and William O'Connor and a sister Shirley Bastien predeceased her.

Ms. Dolan was born in Worcester, the daughter of John F. and Grace (Doherty) O'Connor. Her love of life, family and friends and infectious sense of humor will be missed by all who knew her. The family is most appreciative of the compassionate care provided by Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital of Worcester.

Funeral services and burial will be private at the convenience of the family. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Fairlawn Rehabilitation Hospital, Patient Activities Fund, 189 May Street, Worcester, MA 01602. O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue, is directing arrangements.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Aug. 5, 2008.

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Alice Lapierre Fairlawn Rehab

August 11, 2008

my thoughts and prayers are with you all. i know myself an many other members of the staff at fairlawn feel truly blessed and honored to have met and taken care of marie!! she was always ready with a quick joke, a smile and anxiously waited to watch her daily number :0) but the most wonderful thing was seeing how much she was loved and how much she loved you all, i know she is watching over you alll R.I.P Marie

justine and jim lavallee

August 9, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

August 8, 2008

Dear Ritchie,Rita,Pat, and Michael,
I was very sorry to hear about Marie's passing. She was a little spitfire with a heart of gold, who was always very kind and welcoming to me. I'm keeping Marie and you guys in my prayers at this difficult time.
Love,Muffy

Cheryl Nishan-Brennan

August 8, 2008

Dear Pat, Michael, Rita and Avon, please accept my condolences in the loss of your mom. My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,

Rae-Anne Shenette

August 7, 2008

Sorry to hear about Marie. She will be missed always. She made everyone laugh and smile. In our hearts she will always stay.

Cathy Simone

August 5, 2008

Marie and I had fun doing her hair of course it was Richie cut the sides short simone and Marie would say the hell with him. Rest in peace you sweet fine funny lady.

Anne Staples

August 5, 2008

Dear Avon,

I will always remember calling you at home and your mom would answer the phone. She always knew who I was and each time I called, she and I spoke for a few minutes. She was a great lady. I know how much you loved her and how well you took care of her. There was the nightly ritual of hot chocolate and chicken broth. Avon, you did it all for her and she knew that. God Bless and hang onto your good memories of your mother. All my Love, Annie

Lori & George

August 5, 2008

Rita,Ritchie & Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jessica Dowd

August 5, 2008

I'm so sorry about the loss of your mother, Avon.

God Bless!

Christene Pozzi

August 5, 2008

Avon & Family,
I just want to send my condolences to you. I am so sorry for your loss..

Kathy Buduo

August 5, 2008

Michael, Richie, Rita and Patty;

My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. I remember your Mom as a wonderful and funny person. May all your great memories with her get you through this difficult time.

SCOTT NISHAN

August 5, 2008

PAT, RITA,MICHEAL AND RICHARD. i'M SO SORRY TO HERE OF THE LOST OF YOUR MOTHER.SHE WAS A GRAM TO ME AND YOU GUY'S WERE FAMILY.GOD BEST YOU ALL.

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