Dorothy "Dotty" Raimondi-Morin

Dorothy “Dotty” (Ilacqua) Raimondi-Morin of Braintree, formerly of Quincy, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones at Harbor House in Hingham.

Dotty was born in South Boston in 1932 to Dominic and Grace (Trifero) Ilacqua and moved to Brighton in 1934. Dotty attended local schools and graduated from Mt. Saint Joseph Academy in 1949. In 1952, Dotty graduated Carney Hospital Nursing School with her degree as a Registered Nurse. Dotty graduated Emmanuel College with a degree in health education and psychology in 1978.

Dotty worked as an assistant head nurse at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital, then was appointed in the late 1960’s by Quincy Mayor James McIntyre to work at the Quincy Health Department. In the early 1970’s, Dotty began working as a school nurse with the Quincy Public Schools. During her career as a school nurse with Quincy Public Schools, Dotty helped develop and implement the health education program in all elementary schools in the City. Dotty was passionate and proud working as a nurse and truly enjoyed helping people, especially children. Even during her final days at Harbor House, Dotty would always offer her advice and guidance to the staff that cared for her.

After retiring in the early 1990’s from the City of Quincy, Dotty enjoyed spending the summer months with her family in New Hampshire at Lake Winnipesaukee. During the winter months, Dotty spent her time in Fort Pierce, Florida where she made many friends. In her retirement, Dotty enjoyed traveling, reading, shopping, music and doing crafts. Above all, Dotty’s children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the most important part of her life and brought her endless joy. Dotty truly loved every opportunity she had to spend time with her family. She was a mother to everyone and a great listener. Dotty accepted everyone unconditionally, always showing love and kindness to all, and offering her support to anyone who needed it. She was a woman with great strength and determination, and admired by her entire family. Dotty will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Beloved wife of the late Francis “Frank” Raimondi and the late Paul Morin. Dotty was the devoted mother of Robert Raimondi and his wife Angela of Milton, Paul Raimondi and his wife Lorraine of CT, and James Raimondi and his wife Donna of NH. Dotty was predeceased by her brother, the late Anthony Ilacqua, and her longtime companion, the late Joseph Palingo. Dotty is survived by family members of both the Morin family and the Palingo family. Dotty was the cherished “Nanny” to Michelle Clark, Michael Raimondi, Stacey DeVito, Paul Michael Raimondi and Steven Raimondi, and their all their spouses. Dotty is survived by 8 loving great-grandchildren and many loving nieces, nephews and extended family members.

The Raimondi family is deeply grateful for the staff at Harbor House in Hingham who went above and beyond to care for her as one of their own.

Dotty’s faith was important to her and it was Dotty’s wishes that her life would be honored with a funeral mass. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 11:00am to 12:00pm at St. Ann’s church in Quincy, followed by the Funeral Mass at 12:00 PM. Burial will be at Mt. Wollaston Cemetery, Quincy. In lieu of flowers, and in the spirit of Dotty’s passion for nursing, donations in Dotty’s memory may be made to Laboure College of Healthcare, 303 Adams St. Milton, MA 02186 for nursing students in need.