Dorothy (Kaplan) "Dotty" Goodman

Dorothy (“Dotty”) Kaplan Goodman, a vibrant and loving matriarch, passed away on February 11, 2025, at the age of 92.

She was the devoted daughter of the late Simon & Marion (Rubin) Kaplan. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, James Goodman, with whom she shared a deep and lasting bond. Dotty was a cherished mother to Peter Goodman, Amy Sylvetsky (Barry), and Bob Goodman (Jayne Lipman), as well as a beloved former mother-in-law to Jill Goodman. She took immense pride in her family and was an adored grandmother to Lindsay, Jody, Julie, Lauren, Adina, Noah and Mira. Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren Simon, Mia, Haley, and Jacob, who brought her endless joy. A loving sister to David Kaplan and part of a large, connected family of cousins and nephews, Dotty's life was enriched by her relationships to her family.

Dotty's was an engaging presence, always active and involved in the lives of her family right up to her final days. She loved to organize and celebrate family milestones, and hers was truly the glue that kept her loved ones closely connected.

Dotty had a zest for life and enjoyed working in several businesses, attending the ballet and opera, and spending time with friends and relatives. Known for her unpretentious and straightforward nature, she was generous and caring, and always first to lend a helping hand to those in need. A long-time bridge player, Dotty very recently achieved the status of life bridge master, a proud testament to her dedication to and skill in the game she loved. Dotty’s steadfast spirit and unwavering love will be profoundly missed by her family and friends.

Services at the Stanetsky Memorial Chapel, 475 Washington St., Canton on Friday, February 14 at 1:00pm with livestream viewing available using the following link: https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/c25024055618037

Burial will follow at Sharon Memorial Park.

Donations in her memory can be given to the Tommy Kaplan Cardiology Fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital, in memory of Dotty Goodman at www.bostonchildrens.org/giveinmemory