Dorothy "Dottie" E. (Troy) Vaitkunas

Birth date: Jun 17, 1940 Death date: Feb 14, 2018

(Lawrence) Dorothy “Dottie” Elisabeth Vaitkunas (nee Troy), died after a long illness at Lawrence General Hospital February 14. Treasured wife of William Vaitkunas, niece of John Stavaski, mother of Bethann, Des, James and their f Read Obituary

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Bethann Siviter

105w ago

My parents house is moving on to a younger generation- one who will look after my Dad.

Everything is bare, like it was when they first bought it. She was so pleased to have her own home, and she made it a warm, loving place. Little thoughtful details were everywhere- she searched weeks for the right "vintage" looking wallpaper.

Just thinking of you, Ma. We're looking after Dad. He's doing fine, and keeping you wish us by doing everything you would want him to. But he puts peppers in your meatloaf... if you have any leverage, can you sort that out please?

Awww Ma, I miss you.

Desiree Vaitkunas

404w ago

Thank you very much to everyone for your kind words in your memories of Ma.
We've always known how much of an impact she has made on the world we just weren't expecting the hole to open up quite so soon in that world.

I will make sure that pop knows of everyone's kind words and memories.
Also a thank you to those at John Breen for making it beautiful, peaceful and tributary to everyone's Ma

Katrina Rapa

404w ago

To the family of Dottie,

I met Dottie back in October of this past year when my grandmother was hospitalized with pneumonia at Lawrence General. The two of them were roommates. I was very distraught and wasn’t feeling very sociable, but somehow she knew exactly what to say to lift my spirits…my mother’s and my grandmother’s as well. Her words of wisdom and inspirational stories about her and her beloved Bill and the rest of her amazing family were so comforting. I really appreciated her sharing all of that with us when we needed it most. Obviously I didn’t know Dottie very long, but in that short time I learned a lot about who she was as a person…and she was most certainly one of the smartest, strongest, and above all one of the most compassionate women I’ve ever known. Her capacity for caring about others was awe-inspiring. I remember turning to my mother and telling her how this lady couldn’t be real. That one day after leaving the hospital we’d find out she was never there…because she was really an angel who had come to us in our time of need. Well she was real, but I feel like I got it half right, because one of heaven’s finest just went back home.

My deepest condolences. I am so very sorry for your loss.

Best,
Katrina

David Elias

405w ago

Uncle Bill, Beth, Billy, and Jim.

I am deeply saddened by this news. I have fond memories of time spent with the family from my childhood. I will be keeping you and all who loved Aunt Dot in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Dave Elias

Desiree Vaitkunas

405w ago

Her children and immediate family as she always saw all of us

June Black

405w ago

Thinking of Dot with love and remembering the happy times - like putting together the St. Patrick's Day float ☘️! She was the ultimate example of what a nurse should be, what neighbors should aspire to, and how a proud mother and grandmother should share her love and wisdom. With love and prayers to her family, June & Steve Black

Deby Sherman

405w ago

in honor of Dorothy.

Your Mum was so kind to me when we were children, I remember her fondly ! I hope you find peace in knowing that even after 45 years , the memory of both you and your Mother bring a smile to my face!! Please except my condolences and prayers during your time of grief. God Bless!

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Ron Smith

405w ago

in honor of Dorothy.

Rick Nelson

405w ago

She was one of the 4 Dot's in our neighborhood, the others being my mother Dorothy Nelson, Dorothy Willette and Dorothy d'Arville! Dot will be missed! After my mother passed away Dot was who we went to for advice on various illness's the kid's came down with. Dot and Bill are some of the people I sorely miss from the old neighborhood, the only other thing being PJ's Pizza! Bill and family, you're in our thoughts and prayers! Dot, you were a wonderful person who we will always remember.

Carlene Magoon

405w ago

Where do I begin my beloved Dot. My adopted mama. I can’t thank you enough for loving me. For being their for me when life was to rough. I loved our days on the porch on hot summer nights with coffee in hand. The love and laughter we shared. My life will never be the same without you. I can’t believe you are no longer here with me. I love you and will miss you so much and my life will not be complete without you. I’m glad I was their to say my last goodbyes. My heart breaks. If I could only pick up the phone and call you and talk to you. I so love you mom beyond words and can’t wait till I see you again. I love you mom. Carlene.

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