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MICHAEL DOTTO Obituary

DOTTO, Michael A. Of Wakefield, formerly of Medford and the N. End, age 65, unexpectedly on March 20. Devoted dad of Nicole and her partner, Joe and Joseph and his wife, Ashley. Beloved husband of Kathleen Cullen and the late Maria DiTullio. Like a father to Tim Cullen and his wife, Ashley, Megan Cullen and her husband, Dean Grubb. Cherished Nonno to Madelyn, Riley, Tommy and Charlie. Loving brother of Alba Doto and her husband, Steven Tracia. Dear nephew of Gerardo DellaPorta and his wife, Joanne. Uncle of Christopher, Callie and Nicole. Godfather of Stephen and Olivia. Also survived by many cousins, second cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St., Saugus, on Saturday, at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Jimmy Fund at danafarber.jimmyfund.org. For obituary and condolences, www.BisbeePorcella.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2025.

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Melanie D´Alessandro

March 28, 2025

My sincere prayers to the Dotto family. Professor Dotto was a true beacon of light to all the students and faculty at the Oceanside campus of UMass Boston. Michael was a solid, strong and consistent person with huge family values. He was an inspiration in my career. I know so many people are saddened by this loss. I pray strength and hope enter the lives of all he inspired. As a famous scripture reads- well done good and faithful servant. May God be with his family!

Steve Rubino

March 28, 2025

Sharing my deepest sympathies. I worked with Michael for years. In addition to be an incredible family man, one of my fondest memories of Michael was his passionate and tireless support and fundraising for The Jimmy Fund. He will be greatly missed.

The School of Business & Leadership, Regent University

March 27, 2025

Michael was an esteemed graduate student, dedicated to his studies in the Doctor of Strategic Leadership program at Regent University. He was known for his passion for learning.

He will be deeply missed. We are praying for Michael's family during this difficult time.

Leti Karolemeas

March 27, 2025

I’m so very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts - sending love and light your way. Xo Leti

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Pam Owens

March 26, 2025

Michael was a heartfelt soul and a stand up man . My late husband always had tremendous things to say about Michael and I hope they have met again. To Michael´s Children , always know how amazing your dad was and how proud he was. He always compared stories with my late husband Bill and I felt like I knew you . To Kathleen, my deepest condolences and prayers of strength . Pam Owens

vivian hatziyannis

March 26, 2025

Sorry to hear about Michael. We worked together at University of Massachusetts Boston. My sincere apologies for this loss. We will all miss him at UMass Boston. He was a true gentleman and a great professor.

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