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1930 - 2014 PITTSFIELD Mrs. Dorothy May Daoust, 84, of 99 Second St., went home to become an angel with our Lord on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.
Born in Pittsfield on April 30, 1930, the daughter of Laura L. and Francis Thoubboron, she was a 1948 graduate of Pittsfield High School. Mrs. Daoust and her late husband, Ronnie operated the Onota Boat Livery on Pecks Rd. until 1959 and made their home there with their children and Paul Daoust in the small cottage across from "The Boat House".
Dorothy and Ronnie enjoyed taking many trips to Canada and also vacationing in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
Retiring from Rufo Auto Body as Bookkeeper in 1998, Dorothy was also previously employed by New England Telephone Company; The Textile Store; Kay's and Besse Clark.
Dorothy welcomed her children's friends and neighbors into her home with an open door policy. It became a sanctuary for many adolescents in need of a loving, supportive adult who would not judge them.
An avid cake decorator, she was known to travel with cakes to her niece's and nephew's weddings in New Hampshire.
Dorothy was the second oldest resident in Central Annex.
She took pleasure in cooking for her dear friend Al and loved clipping recipes from the local newspaper and doing crossword puzzles. Dorothy and Al enjoyed visiting the many churches and shrines in Canada as well as visiting his family there. They enjoyed playing cards, dining out, going for car rides and in earlier years walking the mall.
Mrs. Daoust was predeceased by her husband, Ronald J. Daoust, whom she married on Jan. 11, 1950. He died in a motorcycle accident on Aug. 10, 1968. She is survived by two sons, Norman Daoust of Cambridge, Donald Daoust and his wife, Joanne, a daughter, Cynthia Thomson and her husband, Kevin all of Pittsfield; four grandchildren, Carrie Thomson, Ronald Daoust, Melissa Manns and Kevin Thomson II; seven great grandchildren, a brother, Frank Thoubboron and his wife, Annette; sisters-in-laws, Bernice Roy, Elaine Soldato and her husband, Pete and Eileen Thoubboron. Dorothy is also survived by her very special brother-in-law, Paul Daoust, whom she and Ronnie raised as a child and his wife, Gaye. She is also survived by her longtime friend and companion Jean "Al" Desjardins, whose love and support had gotten her through many tough times. Mrs. Daoust was predeceased by her baby daughter, Sherilee, sisters, Margaret Countryman and Laura M. Thoubboron and sister-in-law Kathleen Daoust.
She touched the lives of everyone she met with her smile and generosity and was able to maintain her sense of humor and positivity until the time of her passing.
"Please don't cry because our mom is gone, but rejoice that you were able to be part of her life".
FUNERAL NOTICE: Funeral services for Mrs. Dorothy Daoust will be Saturday, Jan. 3, 2015 at 8 a.m. from the Dwyer Funeral Home, 776 North St., Pittsfield MA with a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 9 a.m. at St. Joseph Church, celebrated by the Msgr. Michael A. Shershanovich, pastor. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery. Calling hours at the funeral home will be Friday, Jan. 2, 2015, from 4 to 7 p.m.
Eulogy for Mimi was given by Norman Daoust (son), readings by Donald Daoust (son) and Cheri Daoust Ferber (neice). Offerings were given by Connor Monet (great grandson) and Ron Daoust (grandson). Amazing Grace sung by Kaitlyn Thomson (great grandaughter) accompanied by Norman Daoust on guitar.
Paulbearers were Kevin J. Thomson and Ron Daoust (grandsons), Carrie Thomson (grandaughter), and Chet Hover (a dear friend of our mom and dad's).
We would like to thank our dear friends Bob and Rob Dwyer, David Yon (our cousin) and Roger for the beautiful service. The DVD in memory of Mimi will be treasured forever.
Monsignor Mike there is no one like you. You came right out when Carrie called you. Thank you for giving mom the Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick.
"Through this holy anointing may the Lord in his love and mercy help you with the grace of the Holy Spirit.
May the Lord who frees you from sin save you and raise you up."
The Daoust and Thomson families
Tributes
Leave a tributehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QAnqNxLjuAA
Hold On to Memories
Listen, everyone
The time will come when all of us say goodbye
Feel that aching in your heart
Leaving you broken inside
But we're never really gone
As long as there's a memory in you mind
So now go do the best things in life
Take a bite of this world while you can
Make the most of the rest of your life
Make a ride of this world while you can
Take the ones you love
And hold them close because there is little time
And don't let it break your heart
I know it feels hopeless sometimes
But they're never really gone
As long as there's a memory in you mind
So now go do the best things in life
Take a bite of this world while you can
Make the most of the rest of your life
Make a ride of this world while you can
And hold on to memories
Hold on to every moment
To keep them alive
The world's greatest tragedy
Souls who are not remembered
Cannot survive
So now go do the best things in life
Bring the fight to this world while you can
Make the most of the rest of your life
Shine your light on this world while you can
And hold on to memories
Hold on to every moment
To keep them alive
The world's greatest tragedy
Souls who are not remembered
Cannot survive
And hold on to memories (Hold on)
Hold on to every moment
To keep them alive (Keep them alive)
The world's greatest tragedy (Hold on)
Souls who are not remembered
Cannot survive
I pray to our Lord for strength and his wisdom to get me through your birthday this year.
For all those times you stood by me
For all the truth that you made me see
For all the joy you brought to my life
For all the wrong that you made right
For every dream you made come true
For all the love I found in you
I'll be forever thankful baby
You're the one who held me up
Never let me fall
You're the one who saw me through it all
You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
You gave me wings and made me fly
You touched my hand I could touch the sky
I lost my faith, you gave it back to me
You said no star was out of reach
You stood by me and I stood tall
I had your love I had it all
I'm grateful for each day you gave me
Maybe I don't know that much
But I know this much is true
I was blessed because I was loved by you
You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
You were always there for me
The tender wind that carried me
A light in the dark shining your love into my life
You've been my inspiration
Through the lies you were the truth
My world is a better place because of you
You were my strength when I was weak
You were my voice when I couldn't speak
You were my eyes when I couldn't see
You saw the best there was in me
Lifted me up when I couldn't reach
You gave me faith 'coz you believed
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
I'm everything I am
Because you loved me
For the new angel above
~ Charlene Blanton, Shelby, North Carolina
Thank you to:
Jerome and Mary Ginley
Paul Joseph and Kathleen A Murphy
Jay and Kimberly Bortolussi
Robert I. Maynard Jr.
Rest in peace Mimi
prayers for Kev, Cindy, Carrie, Kev II and entire family.
~ Sandra Thomson, Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Prayers,
Love Rita and Paul Sullivan
So sorry to hear about your mother. I'm glad to know her suffering is over and she is now at peace. You are in my prayers,
Ann Thoubboron Knickerbocker
So sorry for your loss- your mother was a special person in my life, Cindy. I remember her as the first "grown up" to treat me like an equal, another "grown up". She made me feel recognized and significant. I'll always appreciate her smile and laughter.
John Thoubboron
So sorry for your loss.
Eileen Thoubboron Shugart
Maybe you want to talk about it, maybe you don't. Maybe you want to find everything you can to keep busy. Maybe you just want to take a nap. Maybe you want to cry. Or you just want some peace. I'm here for you no matter what you need. I am only a phone call away. I'll be there when you want me. My heart and thought are with you.
Love, Denise Wallace
Cindy I am so sad to hear of your mom's passing. I know you cared for her a great deal. I'm glad I got to see her when she was in Mt. Carmel.
Paula Thoubboron
So sorry for your loss. We all loved Aunt Dorothy and now have another Angel to watch over us.
Mike and Annette Daoust Bisson and family
I'm so sorry of your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers were with you. My deepest sympathy for you and your family.
Marie Kotowitz
With sympathy.
Rev Geoffrey J Deeker
Mt. Carmel
June Green - Hospice
Robert R.
Chaplain - Hospice
God Bless
JT and Holly Thomson
Her laugh, her smile, her voice, her style.
Her strength, her poise, her gifts, her joys
Her words, her grace, her eyes, her face...
So sorry for your loss,
Kathy Reilly
Please know that we are thinking of you.
Love from,
Rob and Kathy Walsh
Bob and Rory Maynard
Jim and Rose Marie Mahon
Cindy and family so sorry for you loss, she was a very special lady and will be missed by many.
~ Jody Tooley, Lee
Dear Cindy and family-
So sorry to hear that you lost your mom. By the sounds of it, she was a wonderful woman. May her memories bring you all comfort during this difficult time.
~ Kristen Wampler, Pittsfield, Massachusetts
Heartfelt sympathy to you Mysi and your family...
~ Mary Manghue
Cindy and Kevin,
Our sympathy goes out to you and your family. She is now resting with God.
~ Marilynn & Larry Gallup, Stephentown, New York
Cindy, thinking of you and your family, sending prayers your way.
~ Leanna Bailey, Stephentown, New York
Dear Cindy, Carrie and Family,
I was very sorry to learn of Dorothy's passing. She was quite a lady and a bright spot in Besse's office. I am sure she will be missed by you all.
~ Gregg Voci, Apopka, Florida
Cindy, Norm & Donnie
Very sorry for your loss.
~ Jack Grady, Arizona
My love and prayers with family.
~ Justine Summers, Shelby, North Carolina
Leave a Tribute
If roses grow in heaven
Lord pick a bunch for me,
Place them in my momma's arms
And tell her they are from me.
Tell her that I love her and miss her
And when she turns to smile
Place a kiss upon her cheek
And hold her for a while
Because remembering her is easy
But there is an ache within my heart
That will never go away.
Happy Mother's Day Momma