Dorothy Bagge

A life well lived, filled with family, friends, and boundless love. Dorothy Harrington Bagge entered eternal rest in the comfort of her dear family on October 1,2025. Born in Springfield to the late Henry and Anna ( Houlihan) Ulitsch on March 3,1927, she was raised and educated there. Dorothy wed William Harrington and together they welcomed four children creating a nurturing environment and a loving home. Dorothy flourished as a mother, instilling in her girls the values that would help them achieve a fulfilling life. Dorothy and William were happily married until his passing in 2008. Being active and social were two qualities that Dorothy was blessed with, and she found great enjoyment in exercising, especially running and golfing. She was also comfortable on the dance floor with ball room dancing being her favorite. Gardening was a welcoming task for Dorothy, and she was a fabulous cook renowned for her pink salad. Dorothy entered the next chapter in her life when she met and married John T Bagee in -. Their time may have been short, but their bond was strong, and they so loved their combined family. They enjoyed each moment together enjoying their family, friends, and each new day. Dorothy lived life to the fullest and loved with profound commitment and unwavering devotion.

Surviving Dorothy are her devoted children, Diane and her husband William Lee, Patricia and her husband Arthur Usher, and Shelia Harrington. To cherish her memory she leaves seventeen grandchildren, twenty-one great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. She was predeceased by her first husband William Harrington, her second husband John T. Bagge and her sister Marion Wyatt.

Visitation with the family will be held on Sunday October 19,2025 from 1-3 P.M. at the Agawam Funeral Home 184 Main Street. Family and friends will gather on Monday October 20,2025 for a 10 A.M. funeral home service followed by committal at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery at 11 A.M.

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