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Dorothy A. Roy, RN

Dorothy A. Roy, RN

  • November 1, 1932 - February 12, 2012
  • Bedford, New Hampshire
  • Hospice Program of Manchester Visiting Nurse Association
    1070 Holt Avenue, Suite 1400
    Manchester, NH 03103
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“To the Roy Family, We are so sorry to hear of Dot's passing. We are so happy to have had Dot in our life and to remember her. She loved her...Read More » ”
1 of 19 | Posted by: Alan & Dolores Doiron - Jefferson, MA

“I was so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. I have many wonderful memories of the neighborhood on Donald St. She was such a nice and giving...Read More » ”
2 of 19 | Posted by: Norman Belleville & Family - NH

“Kathy (and Martha), we're so sorry to learn of your Mom's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with both of you at this time. God bless you. --...Read More » ”
3 of 19 | Posted by: Jay Pearson & Ron Joki - MN

“Patty, your mother was such an extraordinary woman. She was beautiful, poised and precious. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Sarah and Angie....Read More » ”
4 of 19 | Posted by: Stacy Mehlhorn - Manchester, NH

“Pat, You and your family are all in our prayers.......she must have been such a wonderful woman to have such a lovely daughter. ”
5 of 19 | Posted by: Market Street Settlement - NH

“To Dot's beautiful family..... We will never forget Dot's smile...the warmth and love there. One of our fondest memories was spending Christmas...Read More » ”
6 of 19 | Posted by: Debbie Chartrand - Honeoye Falls, NY

“Dot was wonderful woman and nurse. I am saddened at her passing and extend my deepest condolences to Lionel and the the family. She was so proud of...Read More » ”
7 of 19 | Posted by: Jeanne Link - Grantham, NH

“Dear Lionel and family, As the secretary/treasurer of Dot's nursing school alumnae, I extend our deepest sympathy on her death. It was always a...Read More » ”
8 of 19 | Posted by: Jeannine Aucoin - Henniker, NH

“Today is the day of hearts and Dot's was among the biggest and warmest I've known. Her warmth, her caring, her wonderful sense of humor and her...Read More » ”
9 of 19 | Posted by: Connie George - Manchester, NH

“May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our hearts go out to you and your family in your...Read More » ”
10 of 19 | Posted by: Lori & Jim Harnett

“To Dot's Family, especially to Donna, Allan and Children I am so sorry to hear of the lose of your Mother and Grandmother. She was such an up...Read More » ”
11 of 19 | Posted by: Barbara Kennedy - Manchester, NH

“I am so sad to hear that Dot has passed away. I know her spirit --- I know she fought so bravely and was such a wonderful person. She was so...Read More » ”
12 of 19 | Posted by: Doris Van Mullen RN - Antioch, TN

“To Dot's Family, I am so sorry to hear of Dot's passing. I loved working with her at Ask-A-Nurse years ago. She was very compassionate and loving...Read More » ”
13 of 19 | Posted by: Helen Loughlin Desaulniers - NH

“Memere, From the moment I met you, I knew you were "one hot ticket!" You have always been so easy to talk you, genuinely interested in what...Read More » ”
14 of 19 | Posted by: Courtney

“Mem - I don't think it's possible for you to know how much you will be missed. You were such an amazing woman and you touched so many lives...Read More » ”
15 of 19 | Posted by: Angela - NH - Granddaughter

“Mem, We lost an unbelievable person, but you will never be forgotten. Over my life, you have given me life lessons that I will always take with me....Read More » ”
16 of 19 | Posted by: Sarah - granddaughter

“Memere...I loved to see her smiling face! She would always make me laugh. There was just something about this amazing woman that made you want to...Read More » ”
17 of 19 | Posted by: Heidi

“You will ALWAYS be remembered mem, you set an example for all of us grandkids, and for me, you make me want to be a better person. Thank you, and I...Read More » ”
18 of 19 | Posted by: Bryan

Carl A. "Pooh" Taylor “The Carl A. Taylor family will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult of times. -= Carl A. Taylor =- ”
19 of 19 | Posted by: Carl A. Taylor - Magna, UT


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Dorothy A. (Bettez) Roy, RN of Bedford, NH died on February 12th after a year long courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was 79.

Born in Claremont, NH on November 1, 1932, Dot grew up in several New England locations including the family farm in Newport, VT, Kennebunkport, ME, and Attleboro, MA. Moving to Manchester in 1948, she attended and graduated from St. George's High School and then was accepted into the program of nursing at Notre Dame School of Nursing in 1950. During her training she met and fell in love with Lionel Roy whom she married at Sacred Heart Church in 1953. They settled on the west side of Manchester raising their five children. Dot worked for many years as a nurse at the New Hampshire State Hospital, Notre Dame Hospital , Catholic Medical Center, Manchester Visiting Nurses, and New Hampshire College.

Dorothy's life was filled with family and friends. She especially loved to travel and some of her fondest memories were the many cruises she and Lionel went on over the years. But her most precious times were spent with family, especially the holidays, birthdays, graduations and all the school and sporting events of her grandchildren. She loved the Red Sox and the Patriots and often talked of certain players like they were her own family. She loved life and those who knew her were instantly caught up in her warm personality, sense of humor, and openness to all. She will be greatly missed.

Preceded in death by her parents, Albert and Jeanne Bettez, she is survived by her loving husband of 58 years, Lionel, beloved sister, Pauline Dionne and her husband, Normand, children, Dr. Michael Roy and wife, Dawn of Cape Elizabeth, ME, Patricia Roy Wolf of Manchester, Kathleen Roy and partner Martha Friendshuh of Saint Paul, Minnesota, Donna Chartrand and husband Alan of Pelham, NH and Dr. Christopher Roy and wife Dr. Charlene Chiang-Roy of Boston. Memere is also survived by twelve grandchildren Christopher, Bethany, Matthew, Sarah, Angela, Bryan, Kevin, Nathan, Isaac, Jonah, Henry, and Eliza and two great grandchildren, Noah and Hadley, soon to be born. Many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by many grandcats and granddogs.

A wake will be held at Phaneuf Funeral Home, 250 Coolidge Avenue from2-4 and 6-8PM on Wednesday with Dorothy's eulogy and special prayer service given by her children at 6:00 PM. Valet parking will be available during the evening calling hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at Sacred Heart Church, 247 South Main Street, Manchester on Thursday at 11:00AM. Committal prayers will follow in the chapel at Mount Calvary Cemetery, Manchester.

The family is deeply grateful for the support and care from all the nurses and nurse aides who helped with Dot's care especially her nurse Maureen. Memorials preferred to the Hospice Program of Manchester Visiting Nurse Association, 1070 Holt Avenue, Suite 1400, Manchester, NH. 03103.