Dorothy Callahan

Callahan, Dorothy “Dot” of Everett, died on August 25, 2024, at the age of 94. Beloved daughter of Henry and Louise Bourque of Everett, MA. Devoted wife to the late Joseph Callahan of Everett. Loving mother of John Callahan of Wakefield, MA, Debbie Formica and her husband Tom of West Hartford, CT, David Callahan of Andover, MA, Patty Kelley and her husband Brian of Leominster, MA and Kathy Callahan of Rockland, MA. Proud grandmother of Michael Formica, Kathryn Sekel (Jim), Victoria Callahan and Veronica Callahan. Sister of the late Lillian Bourque of Jackman, ME, and Annette Champagne of Jackman, ME.

Dot raised five children and was a terrific mom and, needless to say, she was a patient person grounded by her faith. She volunteered in a number of roles in her church and maintained her spiritual commitment throughout her life. She found endless joy being with family and friends playing Rummikub, cards, cribbage or just engaging in conversation. She seized every opportunity to travel and loved exploring new places, but her favorite places always remained Nova Scotia, Maine and Cape Cod because these places were always shared with lots of family and friends. Dot took up golf at a late age so she could enjoy more time with Joe and other family members who play the game. When not with others she loved to read, make puzzles and watch her Westerns and golf on TV. She was a great baker and generously shared her delicious treats with others. Dot was a very caring and compassionate person with a beautiful disposition which made everyone love to spend time with her. Dot’s pleasures were simple, her life was full, and she was always happy as evidenced by her constant smile.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to greet the family during the visiting hours on Wednesday, August 28, 2024, from 10:00-11:30 am in the SALVATORE Rocco & Sons Funeral Homes, 331 Main St Everett, MA. A Prayer Service will follow at 11:30 am with Interment following at the Woodlawn Cemetery in Everett. If you would like, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in her memory.

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