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Dorothy Racette, 89

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —  Dorothy Loraine (Moreau) Racette, 89 of North Adams, MA died on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2022 at Williamstown Commons surrounded by her children.

She was born in North Adams, MA on April 7, 1933, a daughter of Albert H. Moreau and Bertha (Dupuis) Moreau. She attended the former Notre Dame Parochial School and completed its Commercial Course.

Dorothy was employed by North Adams State College for 28 years until her retirement in 1998. Before that, she worked at Sprague Electric Co for 15 years and also at New England Telephone Co.

She was a communicant of St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church and was a member of its Rosary Society. Dorothy was also a member of the Catholic Daughters of the Americas and enjoyed travel.

Her husband, Donald J. Racette died on January 11, 2020. Survivors include two daughters- Debra A. (Thomas) DeGray and Beverly J. (Jody) Racette, both of North Adams and one son- Daniel J. (Sandy) Racette of North Adams. She also leaves four grandchildren- Kristen Racette, Michael Racette, Nicholas Modena, and Christopher Modena; six great grandchildren- Devon, Kolby, Eli, Matt, Hannah, Leandra; one sister- Florence Benson of Williamstown and nieces and nephews.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A Liturgy of Christian Burial for Dorothy Racette will be celebrated Thursday December 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Church. Burial will follow in Southview cemetery. Calling hours at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS CENTRAL CHAPEL, 74 Marshall St. North Adams, MA are Wednesday from 3-6 PM. Memorial donations may be made to HospiceCare in the Berkshires in care of the funeral home. To add to the Book of Memories, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com.


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Dear Deb and Bev, I am so so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. What a wonderful woman your Mom was. I will always remember her with a smile.
from: Nicky DelNegro-Jozefiakon: 01-02-2023

Dear Debbie, Danny & Bev
I was out of town and didn't find out about your Mom"s passing until now. Your Mom was a wonderful woman and will certainly be missed. I am so sorry for your loss.
Mary Willey
from: Mary E Willeyon: 12-03-2022

Bev So sorry to hear of your moms passing. Sending hugs and prayers
from: Leslie Thomassonon: 12-02-2022

Debbie,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.
from: Diane Gregalison: 12-02-2022

Dan, Debbie and Bev,
I am so sorry to hear the passing of your Mom. You all took care of your parents as they took care of you. I am sure they are very proud and thankful for all of you. I hope the happy memories comfort you during this difficult time.
from: Diana T Tafton: 12-01-2022

Bev, my sincerest condolences.

Mike
from: Michael P Hyneson: 12-01-2022

So sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. She was always very nice and kind to me.
from: Heather Masonon: 11-30-2022

so sorry for your loss...
from: MaryEllen Morrisseyon: 11-30-2022

Prayers are with you all
from: Nanette Schmidton: 11-30-2022

Dear Deb, Tom & family,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. May all the wonderful memories that you have, help you through the difficult times. May God Bless you all
Janet Lucia
from: Janet Lucia on: 11-29-2022

Bev and Deb, So sorry to hear of lthe passing of your mom. She was such a sweet lady. John and Carol
from: carol greenbushon: 11-29-2022

Sending my thoughts & prayers.
from: Heather Lemoineon: 11-28-2022

So sorry for your loss. Your Mother was a wonderful woman. We had a lot of great times while working together at MCLA. I miss those times so much.
from: Bethon: 11-28-2022

Deb, Dan and Bev, Sending my sincere sympathy on the passing of your mom. I have such fond memories of working with her at the College.
Rest in Peace.
Karen
from: KAREN A MORRISon: 11-28-2022

Dan: I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We are never ready for them to leave us. May she rest in peace.
from: Mary Swifton: 11-28-2022

Dear Danny, Deb and Bev, I am so sad to learn of your mother's passing. She will forever hold a special place in my heart; my Godmother. May the beautiful memories you have bring you comfort. Knowing she is with her Lord, give you peace.
Love,
Linda
from: linda LeClair Hoglundon: 11-28-2022

So sorry for your loss.
from: MaryEllen Morrisseyon: 11-28-2022

Danny, Sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Please find peace during this time.
from: Dan Scarboon: 11-28-2022

I am so sorry to hear of your mother ‘s passing! My sincere condolences to you all!
from: Laura Lee O’Neilon: 11-27-2022

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