Mrs. Dorothy N. Monaghan's Obituary
Dorothy N. Monaghan, 77 of Summerfield, Florida, passed away peacefully at home on December 11, 2019 with her family by her side. Dorothy, AKA "Dottie", was born on September 14, 1943, in Medford, MA, the daughter of Calvin and Eleanor (Drew) Johnson.
"Dottie" married the love of her life on June 21, 1981 and enjoyed 39 years of marriage that included traveling, boating, camping, gardening, dancing the night away and buying and flipping many homes.
Dottie's life was interrupted but while she was on this earth, She embraced opportunities and the chance to experience life with open arms. Her smile and charming way, Dottie was one of a kind.
Two of her most satisfying achievement's in life were raising three loving and kind children and serving 25 plus years on the New Hampshire Board of Realtors.
The family along with many friends has lost a wonderful human being. Those who will miss her the most include her husband, Wayne daughters; Cynthia (McLeod) Monroe, Jo-Ann Barnes and husband Ron, son, Daniel MacLeod and wife Alexandra, step-son, Shawn Monaghan and wife Celeste, step-sons; Kevin & Christopher Monaghan, brother; Ralph Johnson and wife Mary, sister Teresa Johnson, three granddaughters, seven grandsons, six great granddaughter's, four great grandsons and one great great granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.
She was reunited in heaven with her parents, sister, Brenda Valarese-Morin, brothers; Doug and Dwight Johnson, grandson Nathan Monroe
Dottie lived life to make others happy. Her sense of humor and love of life will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local Hospice.
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