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Dorothy Braman Obituary
N. Hatfield, MA - Dorothy M. "Dot" (Baceski) Braman, 78, of N. Hatfield, passed away on Saturday, December 14th at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by her loving daughter and family. She was born in Northampton on August 7, 1946, to the late Frank and Anna (Burek) Baceski. She was educated in Hatfield and was a graduate of Smith Academy class of 1964.
Dot worked many dedicated years at Webber & Grinnell as an Insurance Agent. Over the years her role would develop into the office mother in which she took pride in caring for those around her. Dot spent a great deal of time at Wyckoff Country Club where she enjoyed spending time with her family and making lifelong friendships with many of the patrons and the Wyckoff family.
She especially treasured her time on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire with Hugh and family, it was there that they would make beautiful memories they would forever cherish. She took great pride in her grandchildren and was an active participant in every aspect of their lives.
She was a devout Christian, and a communicant of Our Lady of Grace in Hatfield, and she also spent time at the First Congregational Church in Hatfield, where her companion Hugh Massey was a member.
She is survived by her loving daughter, Amy Braman of Easthampton, her grandson, Kyle Kirkland of Holyoke, her granddaughter, Skylar Kirkland of Greenfield, her sister, Phyllis Wilkes of Hatfield, nephews' Jeffrey Wilkes and his wife Meg of Wrentham, Donald Wilkes and partner Kim of N. Andover, David Wilkes and his wife Nancy of Amherst, NH, several great-nieces and nephews, Hugh's family, his sons William and his wife Danielle of Harwich, Robert Massey of Las Vegas, and his sister Elaine Massey-Bean and her husband Ray of Scituate.
Besides her parents Frank and Anna, she was predeceased by her best friend and companion, Hugh Massey, who passed away May 30, 2024, her infant brother, Francis Burek, her brother-in-law, William Wilkes, and Hugh's daughter, Barbara Massey.
Calling Hours will be Friday December 27, 2024, FROM 4-6 PM at the DROZDAL FUNERAL HOME, 120 DAMON RD., NORTHAMPTON. Funeral Mass will be Saturday December 28, 2024, at 10 AM at Our Lady of Grace Church, Hatfield. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105 www.stjude.org.
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Sandy (Maslanka) Worden
December 28, 2024
Went to school with Dot in Hatfield. Graduated from Smith Academy with her in 1964. Dot was a sweet, kind and gentle woman. Sorry that I was unable to attend your wake or service. You are with Hugh now. God bless.
Kathie Gow and Holly Lee
December 27, 2024
Phyllis, Amy, and all the family, we are so sorry for your loss. Dotty was such a fun person, and she left this world too soon.
Marcia Sheehan
December 20, 2024
Amy- Your Mom was a treasure-. A very caring woman who gave much to many. She and Hugh were a true asset to the Hatfield Congregational Church, giving of their time and talents helping out at church suppers and different events. Even after Hugh passed, she still came to church and sat in the same pew that she shared with Hugh. Her love for Hugh, as well as yours, was evident at Hugh´s service.
I am truly sorry for the sudden passing of your Mom.
Cynthia Braman Spinazola
December 20, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Amy my family send their condolences
Joe Severance
December 20, 2024
Dot was a true friend of my mother. They spoke every evening over the phone. They shared a friendship that my mom (and us) deeply respected. I can only say Thank you For, for being my mom's friend. There are no words that exist that I can say besides Thank you for being a true friend. My heart felt condolences to your family and hope you are able to understand the love she shared with so many. I will miss her, sincerely, Joe and the Severance family
joe,cookie yeskie
December 20, 2024
the best insurance lady that i ever dealt with over 40 yrs.R.I.P.Dot
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