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Dorothy Kelliher

April 28, 1932 – December 20, 2020
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Dorothy Kelliher

Dorothy (Sweetsir) Kelliher, 88, of Norwood passed away December 20, 2020 surrounded by her loved ones. Born April 28, 1932 to Clarence and Gladys (Grover) Sweetsir. Dorothy was born and raised in Hyde Park. She went on to move to Norwood after marrying her adored Malachy in 1954. Dorothy made her home and lovingly raised four children and cared for many others, including her many grandchildren. In later years, she was actively involved in the Norwood Senior Center and volunteered at the Pine Street Inn. Dotty met her great grandchild; saw a granddaughter get engaged to a wonderful, kind, loving man; and was reunited with her true love. She may well have described this as the best Christmas ever. Dorothy was the beloved wife of the late Malachy Kelliher. She was the loving mother of Timothy Kelliher and his wife Patricia of Plymouth, James Kelliher and his wife Carol, Debora Clarke and her husband Jeffrey, all of Norwood, and Malachy Kelliher of North Attleboro; cherished Nana of Katelyn, Martin, Maeghan, Stacey and Brian Kelliher, Jeffrey and his wife Michelle, Daniel, Michael and Melissa Clarke, and Jennifer and Malachy Kelliher III; great grandmother of Malachy Kelliher IV and Rylee Clarke; and many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was pre deceased by her caring siblings Walter Sweetsir, Ralph Hurlbert and Edna Martin. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Dorothy’s honor to Friends of the Norwood Council on Aging, 275 Prospect St., Norwood, MA 02062. A Funeral Mass will be held at St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Norwood, Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 11:00am, with interment to follow at Highland Cemetery, Norwood. For friends and family members that would like to view the service virtually, https://meet.google.com/fia-ruuh-mue

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MALACHY KELLIHER

January 17, 2021

I really miss You my Mother. You really were the perfect Mom to four young children. We had make believe time. Reading classic children's books to us. She never got mad or yelled at us. The closest she got to raising her voice was sternly ordering us to " get into to your positions." LOL. We all had designated positions during Sunday evening family TV time. If anyone has a VIP pass through the pearly gates it is You Mom. I love You . <3 Your Loving Son Malachy.

Donal O'Connor

December 26, 2020

I would like to pass on to all of Dottie’s beloved family our sincere and heartfelt condolences on the sad passing of your Mom. Aunt Dottie (or my “uncle” Dottie” as we always used to joke about since I was small) was an absolute lady.

We never experienced anything in her company but joy and benevolence.

An “Icon” has passed. May she Rest In Peace. Love Donal & Bridette, Marie & Marc.

Lee Day

December 26, 2020

Dotty, You will never be forgotten. You were a part of my late teen years and on. Thank you for keeping us all in line!

Johnny,Breeda and family O 'Connor

December 25, 2020

We were so sad to hear of aunt Dottie's
passing.We have many memories of our time together in Ballaugh and Ardteegalvan.
We are grateful for the many visits she and Uncle Malachy made home to Ireland over the years.
She is a light that shines bright on us all this Xmas day.
Solas Mhic Dè ar a nan-am.

CAROL Mccusker

December 24, 2020

We send our special love and prayers for Dorothy...So many good good memories over the years---from dogsitting over in Westwood. the fantastic St Pat's dinners in March & so many more good times...RIP now

Maeghan Kelliher

December 24, 2020

Maeghan Kelliher

December 24, 2020

Sally O’Connor

December 24, 2020

Tim, James, Debbie&Frankie, my deepest condolences on the loss of your Mom, Dottie. She always had a warm welcome for us at her door, 37 Maple St., since we first met, December 1967. Love Sally

Our loved ones leave behind a light, that will never dim or fade.
It’s kept bright by the love we feel, and the memories we made.

Kathy (Dyer) Partridge

December 24, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of being neighbors. Thoughts and prayers to your families.

Maeghan Kelliher

December 24, 2020

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