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CATERINA DOTO Obituary

DOTO, Caterina (DellaPorta) Of Saugus, formerly of the North End, age 86, October 2. Wife of the late Ermelindo Doto. Loving mother of Michael Dotto and his wife, Kathleen Cullen of Wakefield and Alba Doto and her husband, Steven Tracia of Saugus; and mother-in-law of the late Maria DiTullio. Cherished grandmother of Nicole, Joseph and his wife, Ashley, Callie, Christopher, Nicole Tracia and Michael Azzari. Dear sister of Gerardo DellaPorta and his wife, Joanne of Saugus and the late Pasquale DellaPorta and his wife, Maria, Anthony DellaPorta and his surviving wife, Louise; and sister-in-law of the late Francesco Doto and his wife, Carmela. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, 14 Summer St., Saugus, on Saturday, at 9 a.m., please meet at church. Entombment, Holy Cross Mausoleum, Malden. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to Saint Leonard of Port Maurice Parish, 320 Hanover Street, Boston, MA 02113 or Focolare Movement, 200 Cardinal Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538. Arrangements by Bisbee-Porcella Funeral Home. For directions and condolences, www.Bisbee-Porcella.comwww.Bisbee-Porcella.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2024.

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Jeanne Cleary Smith, Mount Saint Joseph Academy

October 5, 2024

Dear Alba,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. May she rest in peace and may the wonderful memories you have be a source comfort, especially during these difficult days. My thoughts, prayers and love for your Mom and all of you...

Carolyn Wakefield

October 4, 2024

My sincere sympathy to all of the family. May your cherished memories comfort you at this difficult time.

Alfonsina

October 4, 2024

Sincere condolences to you and your family. May she rest in peace

Comfort Planter

Focolare's Volunteers of God

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Maria Cristina Ferreira

October 3, 2024

Alba, heartfelt condolences! Caterina remains in my heart as a loving person . I always experienced her concrete love during all the time I lived in Boston. She will be missed! We have another protector in Heaven ! Mari Cristi Ferreira

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Judy Cutting

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Rene´ Fagone

October 2, 2024

So sorry Alba for your loss. May your mom rest in eternal peace. Rene´ Fagone

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