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Dorothy M. Sundman
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Her husband, Donald A. Sundman, died in 2000. She leaves three daughters: Laurie Larson and her husband, Erik of Southbridge, Dawn Olson and her husband, Gary of Rutland and Penny Bergeson and her husband Carl of Sutton; eight grandchildren: Erika Blais and her husband, Adam, Kirsten, Lauryn and Dayna Larson, Kevin and Sarah Olson, Kelsey and Kyle Bergeson. Dorothy is predeceased by her parents, Michael and Dorothy (Webber) Shea and her brother, Michael Shea, Jr.
She was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Oxford, serving on the Church Council and Worship Committee. Dorothy enjoyed traveling and spending time with her friends and family. She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.
Dorothy's funeral will be held Thursday, November 3rd from Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St. in Millbury with a Funeral Service at 11 a.m. in the Zion Lutheran Church, 70 Main St., in Oxford. Burial will be in West Sutton Cemetery in Sutton. Calling hours are 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2nd in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Outdoor Chapel Fund of Zion Lutheran Church, 70 Main St., Oxford, MA 01540.
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paulette & ken carrigan
November 17, 2011
wow, that is really sad, :(.. the only thing if i can say so myself, she left paradise and didn't
want to leave. like the saying in aruba says, "if when i die, i don't go to heaven, send me to aruba"...so true. it's heaven there. my sympathies to the entire family. i am sure she'll be sadly missed.
David Fregeau
November 12, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Dot.She was the most genuine,nice person we knew.She will be sadly missed by all. David and Karen Fregeau(Aruba)
Michael & Eileen Bellisario
November 3, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of our beloved friend Dot Sundman. We were blessed with the opportunity to know, work and be part of her ministry to Christ. Dot was someone we all looked up to and we will cherish our memories of her. Dot we love you and look forward to when we meet again.
Meri Viano
November 2, 2011
To the Larson Family,
We are very saddened to hear that your mom , grandmother has passed. Please know that our thoughts, prayers and sympathy go out to all of you . Lulu has memories with Dorothy as her own grandmother. Her compassion , sensitivity, and smiles for Lulu will not be forgotten. Lulu will be there for all of you to help you smile and also to offer the hugs when the days are long. Erika, Kirsten , Lauren,and Dayna.. I know that your grandmother will have wings waiting for her as she continues her mission in heaven. Lulu appreciated all that your grandmother and all of you give her. Thanks you for opening your hearts, your home and your family to her. Our hearts will help you heal as the days go on.... Hugs to you all .
The Viano Family
Meri, Lisa, Lulu, Nico and Dimitri
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Liz Resener
November 2, 2011
Dear Penny,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. Please know that I am thinking of you and keeping you and your family in my prayers. I hope your memories of your Mom help you through this sad and difficult time. I miss you!
Patricia Murray
November 2, 2011
I am so saddened to hear of Dottie's passing-she meant so much to me and my family.
Our deepest sympathy to Dottie's family-she was a delight to be around-
Truly an angel-
The Murray Family
Marie and Dom Suppa
November 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go to the family of Dotty. She was a wonderful and caring person. Knew her only as our second family in Aruba for many many years.
Marie and Dom Suppa
Debi Perry
November 2, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your families at this very sad and difficult time. It was great to see Dottie in Aruba last year. We shared some great times with both Don and Dottie in both Aruba and our very first cruise. Santo and Debi (Debi Perry-Warwick, NY)
Penny Pietraszka
November 2, 2011
To Dottie's family,
I'm so sad to hear about Dottie's passing. She was the sweetest lady! My friends and I just spent a week in Aruba with her and she looked great! This is such a shock. My sympathies to the family. She will be missed!
November 1, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will miss Dottie very much as she was my travelling companion to Aruba. We had such a great time this year and we were looking forward to next year. My condolences to her entire family and Jack wishes the same. She loved Jack and he thought the world of her and Don both.
Our love to all of you.
Carol & Jack
November 1, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes to Dottie's family. We were so lucky to have spent the last two weeks with Dottie in Aruba. She was so happy and had a wonderful time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all, at this most difficult time. Carol Halder and Harold Barbic
Robin & Scottie Dowling
November 1, 2011
Dear Larson Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother and
Grandmother. Scott was very fond of her knowing that she was such a loving
and caring person. She has a special place in his heart. Take comfort in
knowing that you will all have a Guardian Angel watching over you. Our
prayers are with you all at this time.
Love, Robin & Scottie
November 1, 2011
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to Dot's family at this sad time. Her great smile and jovial personality will be greatly missed in Aruba. We love you Dot and will certainly miss you.
Bev Vogel (Hudson FL)
Debbie Almon
November 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Dot was such a sweet, dear lady who will be truley missed by all. I am so glad we got to spend time with her in Aruba this year. Our condolences to her entire family.
Wayne & Debbie Almon, Wareham, Ma (Friends from Aruba)
Harold &Pauline Johnson
November 1, 2011
Our deepest grief and sorrow was tempered only by so many,many happy memories of the togetherness of Dottie& Don and Pauline& Harold and kids both in Shrewsbury and at Manchaug for so many years.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you forever.
Pauline and Harold
Jay Marcimo
November 1, 2011
Dear Laurie Dawn Marie and Penny I am so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your Mom. she was always so kind to myself and my family, Just a wonderful Lady. My Deepest Sympathy to your family.
David & Phyllis Charpentier
November 1, 2011
Dear Laurie, Dawn-Marie, Penny and families,
We are so surprised and saddened by this news. Your Mom was such a dear one - her gentle, loving and positive way will be greatly missed.
Pam Olson
November 1, 2011
Penny, Laurie, Dawn and families,
Our hearts are so heavy over the loss of your mom/nana. She was such a special person. She made our lives better just by showing up. We will miss her dearly!
Dave and Pam Olson & family
Barbara Merolli
November 1, 2011
Laurie, Penny, Dawn and families, My thoughts and love go out to you at this difficult time. My heart is broken at losing my very best friend, but it pales compared to your loss. God bless you all.
Donna Fedler & Anne Bayer
November 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Dot was such a sweet lady who will be truley missed by all. Our condolences to her entire family.
Jackie Bonneau
October 31, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Dot was such an inspiration to so many and will be deeply missed.
Susan Pierce
October 31, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your mother's, mother-in-law's and grandmother's passing. She was a very special person and will be so missed by everyone. She truly was a bright light in my life. My prayers are with you all today and in the days to come. God's peace be with you all.
Kerry Garabedian
October 31, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. Dottie was a wonderful woman who will be missed by many. To me she was like another grandmother and I am devastated over her passing.
Debi Stone
October 31, 2011
Dear Erik, Laurie, Erika, Kirsten, Lauryn & Dayna
Please accept our deepest condolences on the passing of your mom and grandmother. She was a caring loving woman who Matthew had been very fond of.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Our prayers are with you all,
Debi, Donny, Nicole, Matthew & Xavier
Lauren Sardagnola
October 31, 2011
Penny, Laurie and Dawn,
So sorry for your loss, your mom was a special person and will be missed by all.
Love,
Lauren and Paul Sardagnola
Judy Sampson
October 31, 2011
Dear Laurie, Penny, and Dawn
Words can't express how sorry I am at the passing of your mom. She was a wonderful woman, full of energy and love and devotion for her family.
Hold on to those cherished memories. They will help you through.
Love, Judy
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