Dorothy H. Larocque

DANVERS- Dorothy (Graffam) Larocque, 94, passed away in Candlewood Valley Nursing Home in Connecticut. She was the loving wife of the late Roland Larocque. Born in Somerville on April 8, 1927, she was the daughter of the late Fred and Almena (Ready) Graffam. Dorothy was raised and educated in Somerville. She moved to Vista Drive in Danvers, where she raised her family. Dorothy had been a bookkeeper for the former Star Market for over 25 years. She was a very giving person and was always leading a helping hand to others. She is survived by her son, Marc Larocque and his wife, Julie of Peabody, her sister, Faye Trask of Florida, her grandchildren, Peter, Marc and Paul Andreotto and Amy and Katelyn Larocque, several great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her daughter, Sharon Andreotto, her twin brother, Fred, Jr. and her sisters, Peg and Marjorie. Dorothy’s funeral services were held privately. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dorothy’s name to the American Diabetes Foundation, P.O. Box, 7023, Medfield, VA, 22116-7023 or www.diabetes.org. Arrangements made by C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers.