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Dorothy Shaw Obituary

Gales Ferry - Dorothy Shaw, of Gales Ferry, passed away Sunday, Feb. 15, 2026. She was born in New London in 1934.

Dorothy graduated from Fitch High School, Class of 1952.

Dorothy was married to Charles Shaw who predeceased her in 2017.

Funeral services and burial are private. For a full obituary or to sign the guestbook, please visit www.byles.com.

In lieu of flowers donations in Dorothy's memory may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation Connecticut, 56 Commerce Drive, Trumbull, CT 06611.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Day on Feb. 18, 2026.

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Mary Gernhard

February 21, 2026

My deepest sympathy to the entire Shaw family with the passing of your mother. Russ and Carrie you are in prayers.

Lynn Caulkins Bestor

February 18, 2026

Dear Russel, Donna, and Dot´s family
Our mother is Lauriel Caulkins, who went to school and was good friends with your Mom for all their lives. She still mentions your parents and especially your mom very fondly when we drive past your old home on Flanders Road, Niantic. We remember visiting you all at that house when we were children. Mom and I last spoke to your mom the summer before last and we talked about getting together with her. I truly wish I had followed up on their conversation and made that happen.
In your time of sadness and loss please know that mom treasured their friendship and loved your mom very much. I also appreciated their relationship and I am very sad to hear of her passing.
Our family sends you all our heart felt prayers and condolences.
If you ever want to talk or get together my number is (860) 833-6384. I´d love to talk to you.
Sincerely, Lynn Caulkins Bestor
And our whole family.

Dawn Capozzoli

February 18, 2026

Donna, My deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of sorrow. May your best memories keep her in your heart always.

Dave Fairman

February 18, 2026

Rest in Peace Dot

Sherilyn Lussier

February 17, 2026

Although I never met you , Donna and Chris have been great friends with my sister Cathleen and her husband Ren. Donna, im so sorry for your loss.
Sherilyn

Yvette Ackley

February 17, 2026

Donna and Family,
Our heartfelt sympathy on your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Yvette & Ray

Kevin and Dawn Fitzgerald

February 15, 2026

I’m so glad you are now in the arms of the Lord. Rest easy your work here is done. You will be missed greatly by all of your family but will always live forever in our hearts.

Ren and Cathleen

February 15, 2026

So sorry for your loss, gain peace knowing she was loved and gave love to your entire family

Lisa Burgess

February 15, 2026

Dottie was a beautiful person, inside and out. She had such a wonderful sense of humor, love for her families and a great joy of life. She will forever hold fond memories to all whom knew her. God bless you all

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