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Dorothy Maxson Obituary
Born in Stonington on March 18, 1909, she was the daughter of the late George C. and Minnie (Burdick) Clark.
Dorothy is survived by a son, Charles C. Maxson and his wife, Peg, of Mystic; a daughter, Joan M. Grinnell and her husband, Leroy A., of Charlestown, R.I.; six grandchildren, Marnie Willoughby of Pine Bluffs, Wyo., Clark Maxson of Old Saybrook, Gail Musante of Mystic, Lynn Sweet of South Kingstown, R.I., Stephen and Scott Grinnell both of Charlestown, R.I.; and twelve great-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 18, 2009, at the Central Baptist Church, 16 Elm Street, Westerly, R.I. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial gift may be made to Avondale Chapel, c/o Central Baptist Church, 16 Elm Street, Westerly, RI 02891 or Fairview Manor, 235 Lestertown Road, Groton, CT 06340.
Arrangements by The Dinoto Funeral Home, 17 Pearl St., Historic downtown Mystic. To share a note of remembrance/condolence with her family, please visit www.dinotofuneral.com.
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Teresa Little Smith
December 17, 2009
Dear Maxson family,
I'm so very sorry to read about the loss of your mom and grandmother. I hope that soon, happy memories replace these ones of sadness in your heart. Please know that I remember you often, and pray that you find comfort from those happy memories soon.
My best to everyone,
Teresa Little Smith
Ralph and Claire's daughter
Gail Bauer
December 15, 2009
Mr. & Mrs. Maxson:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult and sad time. May you be comforted by the many years of wonderful memories shared with your mother.
Joe Brearley
December 15, 2009
Charlie and Peggy - Our deepest sympathy goes to you and your family in the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joe and Anna Brearley
Mariellen French
December 15, 2009
I met Dorothy while working at Academy Point, where she was living, and discovered an extended-family connection. She was a wonderfully alert, humourous, and intelligent woman. She will surely be missed by more than her family.
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