Carolyn A. Caffrey

Carolyn A. Caffrey obituary, Dracut, MA

Carolyn A. Caffrey

Carolyn Caffrey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dracut Funeral Home on Oct. 24, 2025.

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Carolyn A. (Doody) Caffrey, age 71, a resident of Dracut passed away peacefully at Westford House on Sunday, October 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of the late William C. Caffrey with whom she enjoyed 40 years of marriage.
She was born and raised in Keene, NH on February 1, 1954, and was the daughter of the late Clifford Doody and Juanita (Scadova) Doody.
Carolyn graduated from Keene High school where she met her first husband, Randy Saari. She was employed by 1400 Motors until her untimely retirement due to Multiple Sclerosis.
Carolyn loved bowling, lounging in the pool and lying in the sun. She also helped manage the family business, TWs Pub.
Carolyn is survived by her children Timothy Saari and his wife Susanna Saari of Dracut, Kristina Lee Caffrey of NH and William Caffrey of MA; her grandchildren Nadia Saari and Timothy Saari Jr of Dracut; her best friend Helen Rosenberger; and her beloved dog Bridgette.
She was predeceased by her Stepfather Thomas Welch of Dracut.
Her funeral service and interment will be held privately.

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