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Dorothy Cummings Obituary
Sepetmber 24, 1927 ~ January 1, 2024
Dorothy (Kohler) Cummings, 96, of East Haven passed away January 1, 2024 at her home. She was born September 24, 1927 in New Haven to Bernard and Katherine (Beisler) Kohler. Left to cherish her memory are her four children, Peggy Cummings, Ann McCaughey (Bill), Judy Cummings and Paul Cummings along with two grandchildren, Shelley LeBlanc (Justin), Kevin McCaughey (fiancé, Victoria) and four great-grandchildren, Lily, Emma and Miles LeBlanc and Payton McCaughey. She is also survived by her step-grandchildren, Erin Caouette (Bill), Bill McCaughey Jr. and Marisa Fanueff (Bill), step-great-grandchildren Abby and Maisie Caouette, Madison, Brody, Cameron and Liam Fanueff, a sister, Frances Daly, sister-in-law Patricia Williams along with numerous nieces/nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, William "Bill" Cummings (2018) and siblings, Bernard Kohler, Kay Lawler and Eva Etzel and sister-in-law Dorothy Tarbell. Dodie would always share the wonderful memories of growing up in the Morris Cove section of New Haven, and with Tweed airport close by, it pulled at her heartstrings to take up flying. She received her pilot's license at the age of 17 (thanks to the permission of her father, when her mother later found out she said "Dorothy, nothing you do would surprise me"). She graduated from Hillhouse High School (with honors she would add). Her two favorite jobs were working at the Edward Malley Co. and at her Dad's store at Kohler Bros. She was a life-long member of St. Boniface Church in New Haven, volunteered at The Ronald McDonald House, Fort Hale Park and Nathan Hale School reunions. She loved to read, play the piano, do the crossword puzzle, swim and just have fun with friends and family. She was big fan of the Boston Red Sox, Yale football and proud of her German heritage. Dodie would much rather be throwing a softball than being in the kitchen but her brownies were always in demand. She led a remarkable life, touched many people and will remain in the hearts of all who had the privilege to know her.
Family and friends are invited to meet and attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, January 6, 2024 at 11 a.m. in St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 385 Townsend Ave., New Haven. Burial will be private at a later date in St. Lawrence Cemetery, West Haven. All services are under the care of the Clancy-Palumbo Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 43 Kirkham Ave., East Haven. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
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Robert Pasquini
September 24, 2024
Dear family of Dodie, I had the privilege of knowing her and working with her for a short time around 1982 at the Derby OTB. We met a few times after that, for lunch at her home. She was a dear sweet friend for such a short time yet she left an indelible mark on my heart. Many years later we met on Facebook and reminisced. My sincere condolences to her family at her passing. Her smile is what I will never forget.
Lisa Etzel
January 7, 2024
Dodi was such a joyful and curious woman. I loved seeing and connecting with her at family parties. She was also my favorite Aunt´s very good friend
RIP Dodi: our condolences to the family
Lisa Etzel
Michael (and Kathleen) Etzel
January 4, 2024
Peggy, Ann, Judy, Paul,
We will miss your mom always. I was lucky to have her as my aunt and Godmother. She and I would joke about all the quarters she sent me for my birthdays when I was young :-). She had a great sense of humor and was always helping the family.
Jimmy Misbach
January 4, 2024
Paul & Family,
So sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences. I have fond memories of your mom at Saint Boniface. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Maria Nuzzo
January 4, 2024
Dear Ann and family, sorry to hear of your mom´s passing. I remember seeing her and the family at the Branford Fireworks and chat for awhile. She was a lovely lady. May she RIP.
Jean Melillo
January 4, 2024
Judy,
So very sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I did get to meet her briefly at SML years ago. You always spoke of her abilities and accomplishments during her lifetime with pride. May the memories sustain you.
Jean Melillo
DaLynn, Jay & family
January 4, 2024
We are very sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful,wonderful person. Sending prayers and love to you all.
John Giamattei
January 3, 2024
So sorry for your loss.god bless
Sandra Weber Nancy Redding
January 3, 2024
Peggy, Ann, Judy, Paul
Our Condolences to you All. Nancy and I Loved your mom so much You all are like Family to us Your mom was so special to us! We will alway's remember the good times since we were kids. She will Alway's be in "OUR "HEART"S "FOREVER" She will be sadly missed Love Sandy, Nancy
Ann Derbacher
January 3, 2024
Sending prayers and sympathy to all. As a young girl at St. Boniface I have many memories of your mom working with my mom, Ida Derbacher. They were in the women's group and I would sit and listen to their conversations. Your mom was a kind and loving woman. She was always doing something at church with my mom. What a beautiful angel you now have in heaven. I am blessed that I knew your mom.
Bob Trotta
January 3, 2024
To the Cummings Family,
I am so sorry to read this. I loved it when we were working at Malley's! She was such a nice lady. She certainly enjoyed a very busy and happy life. My deepest sympathy.
Nancy and Kenny Turbert
January 3, 2024
Peggy,Ann, Judy and Paul
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. Dottie was a wonderful lady and great neighbor her and Betty are together again. She was wonderful like her mom. Kay was a pip. I´m glad I got to know her doing her hair for many years. Love u guys and again we are very sorry! Love Kenny and Nancy
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