Dorothy Ann Tweer

Born in Augusta, Maine, on March 2, 1944, Dottie spent much of her adult life in Worcester, Massachusetts, working in human resources across industries ranging from injection molding to private prisons. After retiring she returned to Maine, settling in Portland in 2012.

Fiercely independent and sharp as a tack to the end, Dottie possessed a wicked sense of humor, a fondness for terrible puns, and a healthy dose of Irish stubbornness. A proud dual American and Irish citizen, she loved growing flowers, scratch tickets, and a properly set table, preferably showcasing her famous deviled eggs. Her beloved red Volkswagen Beetle, affectionately known as Red Dot, was nearly as iconic as she was. She spoiled her grandchildren without shame or contrition.

Dottie's politics were every bit as unapologetic as her humor. A passionate, outspoken progressive, she followed every election with intense dedication and never hesitated to speak her mind. As if determined to have the last word, she held on just long enough to see one final blue wave.

She leaves behind her son, Sean Dundon, and his wife, Cordelia; her daughter Deirdre Dundon, and her partner, Paul; her cherished grandchildren, Eamonn (and his fiancée Canela) and Lucie; her adoring great-granddaughter, Layla; her former daughter-in-law Victoria (and her husband Marc); her niece Kathy Rushworth (and her husband Jim); her nephew Jason Wolfson; and her beloved cat, Bella. She also leaves behind a wide circle of extended family, lifelong friends, and caring neighbors who became like family over the years.

A celebration of Dottie's life will be held in the spring. In the meantime, her family encourages well wishers to plant something beautiful, buy a scratch ticket, tell an irreverent joke, and, above all, keep voting and organizing for a causes you support and wish to champion.