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Doreen Kaminski Obituary
Auburn - Doreen M. Kaminski, 71, of Auburn died Friday, July 3rd in her home. She leaves two sons, Thomas Alachoyan and George Alachoyan; a daughter, Danielle Alachoyan all of Worcester; a brother, Thomas Kaminski of Waitsfield, Vermont; a sister, Karen Rideman of Bedford; and three grandchildren, Amy Beth, Shailynn and George III.
She was born in Worcester the daughter of Thomas and Mary (McCarthy) Kaminski and graduated from Worcester State College. Doreen was a teacher at area public and private schools. Ms. Kaminski was an oblate at St. Benedict Abbey in Still River. She was a devout member of St. John's Church where she served as a eucharistic minister. Doreen was prominent in the Worcester recovery community and was a powerful example to many. She loved the beach and her children very much. Doreen was respected and adored by her family and friends and will be greatly missed.
Her funeral is Monday, July 13th from O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME, 592 Park Avenue Worcester with a Mass at 10:00 AM in St. John's Church, 40 Temple Street. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery. Calling hours are Sunday, July 12th from 4:00 until 6:00 PM in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of the donor's choice.
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January 16, 2024
Cousin of Doreen is in my thoughts today
(many days through these years)
so many timesI recall family fun moments, Holidays..Perry Normal School!.Boston with Doreen.
All our Many cousins, Aunts Uncles!
Prayer always for my Cousin Doreen!
Love cindy
Louise Gauvin
July 21, 2020
Doreen, you were a great friend and I will miss you. I hope you are resting peacefully.
Rick Dumas
July 16, 2020
My deepest condolences to the family! Doreen was such a kind and loving person. She will be deeply missed!
Mary St. Michael
July 13, 2020
There is no coincidence, Doreen prayed daily our Lady's Holy Rosary and her body laid to rest on the feast day of Our Lady of Fatima's July 13th apparition. Eternal peace be her reward & may her children follow in her faithful footsteps one step at a time one day at a time, with the Holy Archangel's grace a final perseverance, as she has✝
Sincerely yours with Jesus crucified, Mary
Maria Tsoutsis
July 13, 2020
My deepest condolences to George Danielle ,Tom,and grandchildren.
Doreen was a very special individual to say the least. She had strength,patience,endurance,she was courageous, and most of all she had a special love..she loved her friends her coworkers,and especially her children and grandchildren..she loved them beyond words.
She was their rock, in every way.
Doreen was kind,understanding and always with a smile..She was a special lady..
There should be more Doreens in this world..but heaven is where she will lighten up everyone's heart and soul...
May her memories be eternal..
And you she rest in peace,Doreen
Maria Tsoutsis
Jacqueline B.
July 11, 2020
Doreen youll be truly missed. However your light will continue to shine through all people youve touched in life. Especially ... through me. Thank you for Everything Rest Peacefully...Doreen
Beth DePasquale
July 11, 2020
Doreen was an amazing person. Sweet, kind, welcoming, and a terrific power of example. God put her in my path many times in my life and I was grateful each time. My sympathies are with you all as you say goodbye and begin the grieving process. My God bless you as he always has!
Patty Flannery Goodwin
July 10, 2020
Danielle, Shailynn, and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I hope that happy memories will help comfort you during this very difficult time
Justin C
July 10, 2020
Doreen was such a special person. She was so kind and welcoming to me when I needed it most. Ill be forever grateful for having known her and will miss seeing her every Saturday morning. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family in their time of grief.
Thanks for everything Doreen and hopefully we will see each other again one day.
Debbie
July 9, 2020
Your mother gave me a lot of Hope she was a powerful example to me
Dianne Bruce
July 9, 2020
Dear Danielle, Tom and George,
I was so sorry to learn of your loss. Doreen was a friend for 37 years.
She was always a power of example. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna
July 9, 2020
My thoughts and prayers go out to Doreen's family, especially her children. I met Doreen 35 yrs ago in recovery, we shared a lot of common. Three small children, on our own and building a new life. Doreen was surely a power of example to me, she was a very kind and gentle soul. She touched the lives of many and will be truly missed.
Jack Cronin
July 8, 2020
Very sorry to the Family for the loss of this Beautiful person. Power of Example to many. And a Devoted and Humble Servant of God and All around her. RIP Doreen. Ill miss you.
pat delaney
July 8, 2020
Danielle and family, so sorry for your loss, your mom was a power of example for her recovery and faith, we know shes in heaven! llove Paddy D
Barbara E Garbarczyk
July 8, 2020
So Sorry to hear of Doreen's passing. She was a power of example and a great support to many.
Ernest Dew
July 8, 2020
I am so so sorry to learn of the passing of my good friend Doreen. We met in the early 70's while teaching for the Headstart Program at Wawecus Rd. school while we both attended Worcester State College (Now Worcester State University). I had not seen her for the past couple of months so I did not not know if she was sick. "Slim" always had a smile and was a very nice person to know. I already miss her and I am sure she will be missed by the many people she came in touch with. Rest in peace, my good friend. Ernie Dew
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