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Dolores Locantore Obituary
Dolores was born in Worcester; her father was the late Domenic Locantore. She graduated from North High School and has lived in Worcester all her life.
Dolores is survived by her son, Jonathan Locantore and his longtime companion Lisa Lee of Worcester; her mother, Josephine (Monfreda) Locantore-Genatossio of Worcester; a sister, Susan Locantore of Tilton, NH; a niece, Gina Wingert of Tilton, NH; two grandsons: Ethan and Nicholas Locantore; many other extended family and friends.
Dolores worked as an Account Manager for the McKesson Corporation. Dolores found many interests in her life in helping people, she volunteered for the Hope Lodge and Relay for Life Associations. She loved the beach and a good glass of wine with her close friends. But, most of all her main interest was her family. Her grandchildren were her inspiration and greatest joy. She treasured them and they her.
Funeral services will be private. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rose Monahan Hospice residence, care of the VNA Hospice, 120 Thomas St. 01608. The family would like to thank the Rose Monahan Hospice residence for the care, compassion and understanding in a difficult time.
MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St is honored to assist the family with arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dolores Locantore
Tom House
June 17, 2011
To everyone in Dolores family, I'm really sorry for your loss. I was shocked and saddened to hear the news. I've worked with Dolores for the past few years at McKesson. She was one of my favorite people in the company. We had lunch together a lot - she was always bringing me these awesome subs from Regatta (she called 'em grinders - whatever that means. She told me it was a worcester thing). Dolores seemed really young at heart and she was a great person to talk to. If we weren't griping about the job then She was usually talking about her family and grandkids and basically anything else. Dolores could definitely chat it up with the best of them. I will miss Dolores and I'll always remember her. I'm sure everyone else at McKesson who knew her feels the same way.
June 8, 2011
Susan
June 7, 2011
Jonathan, Lisa, Josephine & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dolores passing and my thoughts and prayers are with you. Dolores was one of my best friends at McKesson. I worked with her for several years and she always brought a smile to your face and was full of life and energy. She was always thoughtful and thinking of others. I remember some of the Saturday lunches we had and laughed so hard we just about cried. She is in my thoughts as I'm sure she is in yours, I already truly miss her and hope she is in a better place now.
Ivy Nelson Kramer
June 4, 2011
Josie we are so very sorry for your loss.
Louise Dulmaine Lavallie
Donna Dulmaine Connor
Kathy Tower
June 3, 2011
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. Dolores had a joie de vivre that could light up a room. My brother, Mark Tower, shared many fond memories of his time with Dolores while he was in the hospital before he passed last year. Among his most treasured recollections were the food, family dinners and holidays spent with Dolores at Josie & Domenic's on Shamrock Street. He was a huge fan of Josie's lasagna. We had many great times together. Take comfort in good things remembered, I am sure her effervescent spirit lives on.
June 3, 2011
Dear Jonathan, Josephine and Susan, Please accept out sincere and heartfelt condolences for the passing of your loved one, Dolores. We have shared many great years together. Attending Gage Street School and through our high school years. We remember so well the dances at St. Michale's, and Mt. Carmel. We had many fun times and lots of laughs. Dolores always had a wonderful smile and a very happy personality. We will truly miss her and cherish our wonderful memories which we will hold dear to our hearts.
Dolores will have peace and rest with our loving Jesus. May precious memories bring comfort to you at this most difficult time.
With our most sincere sympathy,
Mary Ann Azzarone and Judy Felicetti Keenan
Carol Tatarinowicz
June 2, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Dolores at McKesson for several years. I remember how excited she was to join my team of Account Managers. She touched many people in many departments within McKesson and all were saddened to hear and read the news that she had passed. Dolores will be truly missed by many here at McKesson who knew her. I take comfort knowing that she is now at peace as she so well deserves. She spoke often about Jonathan, Lisa, Ethan, and Nick and adored them all. Her face would brighten when especially talking about Ethan and Nick and all the fun times she had with them. Dolores was fun-loving, always upbeat, positive about life, and never let anything get her down. I hope you all can gain solace in the kind words that are expressed and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and as you heal.
With deepest sympathy;
Carol
June 2, 2011
Josephine and Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Ron and Emily(Felice)Frazier
June 2, 2011
Susan
Jack Langowski
June 1, 2011
I first met Dolores in 1975 as she was a friend of my mother's while they were working at T.O. Flynn's and later got to know her directly while working at Finian's a few years later. She was always upbeat and made you feel like she couldn't be happier to see you. Jonathan, we met a few times, the most recently at your mom's apartment near Elm Park a few years ago during one of my visits from the west coast. My mom (Carol) is your godmother. My wife, Karen, and I were also neighbors, coincidentally, of your mom's living across Merrifield Street from her in the mid-80s. There again, always cheerful and positive. I am so sorry to hear of her passing and am truly honored to have known her. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I will always hold Dolores in the highest regard.
Carolyn Henninger
June 1, 2011
Dear Jonathan, Josephine, and Susan,
Please accept my sincere condolences in the passing of Dolores. Paul Simmarano was instrumental in getting us in touch with each other. Dolores and I had been exchanging emails over the past year but, sadly, I never had a chance to meet her. We were going to meet on one of her trips to Florida. We discovered through emails that we were distantly related - I sent her the Locantore family tree created by a cousin in Montescaglioso. My mother's parents were from this town, and her maiden name was Locantore. Dolores wrote that her father (Dominic) would sometimes receive mail intended for my Uncle Dominic, and that once they drove to his house to give it to him. I told her that I had known 'Skippy' Locantore when I was a student at Commerce High, and knew that he was a distant relative of mine.
Again, I'm so sorry and saddened that Dolores has passed.
Carolyn (Kurtz) Henninger
Cocoa, FL (Originally from Worcester)
June 1, 2011
To All Who were touched by Delores she will be sorely missed. She was an amazing human being and a thoughtful caring friend. She fought a tough battle and was an inspiration to all. The cancer just won again. I will miss my friend and relay for life partner. I will also miss a good meal and a big glass of wine with her. Kim Riordan
janice ryan (mandaro)
June 1, 2011
To Dolores' family, I am so sorry for your loss. Dolores and I go back a long way, since high school and before, just about our entire lives. When she relocated to Miami for a short time a few years ago we reconnected (I live there)and it was great having her nearby...but she went back to Worcester and always talked about how much she missed and loved you all.. I will miss her.. janice ryan (Mandaro)
Judy Clyde
June 1, 2011
To the family of Dolores, She was so out going and so much fun. I worked with her at HP. We had little get togethers with work friend about 3 to 4 time a year. I am going to miss them. She is at peace now. Will never forget her and always love her.
Judy Clyde
CAROL HULL
June 1, 2011
Josie, and Family
My Prayers and Thoughts are with you at this time. May God be with you all.
Jessica Bates
June 1, 2011
Jonathan/Lisa/Nick & Ethan- I'm so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Cyndee
June 1, 2011
My dearest friend Dolores, we had so many good times, laughs, talks, travels, wine. Your a true friend and I will miss you so very much. Keep smiiing my friend. I love you.
June 1, 2011
Susan
Karen Celona
May 31, 2011
I worked for many years with Dolores...She always brightened my day and she made me laugh constantly. I loved listening to her stories about Ethan and Nick, and I will miss her very much. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this tough time.
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