Dot was the daughter of the late Modesto and Fortunata Preli of South Glastonbury. She was born November 26, 1925.
Dot was pre-deceased by her husband, Charles Lavezzoli and daughter, Sandra Sumner of Chester.
Upon graduating from Glastonbury High School’s Class of 1943, Dot began a life-time career in banking with The Hartford National Bank.
Dot will be remembered as a selfless person with a kind and loving heart. Her home welcomed the love of family, many friends, and neighbors who continue cherishing fond memories of Dot’s generosity through her yearly picnics.
Throughout her 99 years, Dot held a passion for traveling, listening to music, singing, dancing, solving crossword puzzles, and attending local theater performances.
Dot is survived by her daughter, Nancy Geffken, grandchildren Kara (Shamar) White, Kristina Sumner, Paul (Susan) Geffken, Michael Geffken; three great-grandchildren Anderson, George, and Lillian, as well as many dear nieces and nephews.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, September 5, 2025 at 11:00AM at Saint Joseph Church, 48 Middlesex Avenue in Chester. Burial will immediately follow in Saint Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in Dot’s name to Saint Joseph Church, 48 Middlesex Ave., Chester, CT 06412 or to The Chester Hose Company, P.O. Box 214, Chester, CT 06412, please visit https://chesterhoseco.org/. To share a memory of Dot or send a condolence to her family please visit www.rwwfh.com. Arrangements are in the care of the Robinson, Wright & Weymer Funeral Home in Centerbrook.
