Joan C. (Sullivan) Dolan
Joan C. (Sullivan) Dolan, a lifelong resident of Milton, MA passed away on October 31, 2015 at the age of 76. Beloved wife of Judge James W. Dolan for 53 years, cherished mother of daughter Christine Plouffe and her husband Dean of Braintree, daughter Barbara Connly and her husband Gregory of North Easton, daughter Jennifer Dodge and her husband Moore of Braintree, daughter Colleen Fitzgerald and her husband James of West Roxbury, son James Dolan and his wife Meghan of Tampa, FL. Devoted Nana of Connor and Abigail Plouffe, Caroline, Aidan and Veronica Connly, Nicholas and Alexandra Dodge, Nathan and Andrew Fitzgerald. Beloved youngest sister of Patricia Rowe of NY, Mary Good of Milton, Kathleen Downing of CA and the late Geraldine Kendrick and John Owen Sullivan. She was the daughter of the late Gerald and Amelia Sullivan of Milton, MA. Joan lived and enjoyed life to the fullest. She spent many years working as a nurse at the former Quincy City Hospital and later as a health careers teacher at Dorchester High School. Visiting hours Tuesday 4 to 8 p.m. at Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, November 4 at 10:30 a.m. in Saint Agatha Church, Adams Street at Brook Road, Milton. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joan’s memory may be made to Saint Anthony Shrine, 100 Arch Street, Boston, MA 02110.
Guestbook Entries
Heaven is a little brighter with Joan’s arrival. So sad for your loss.
Love Katie and David Hayward
We are most saddened at the loss of our friend, Joan.
Joan’s caring, kindness and beautiful charm will truly be
missed.
Jim, to you and your family, please accept our prayers and condolences.
Bob & Dottie Cornetta,
Topsfield, MA
Colleen: I am so sorry for your loss. Its very painful to lose a parent. Know that you’re in my thoughts and prayers….Love, Laurie McGuire
My sincerest condolences to all members of the Dolan Family. I have such wonderful memories of being an adopted member during Junior/High School years. Your Mom was accepting, nurturing and always had a lesson to share.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
I just want to remind everyone that my Nana is not gone. Although she is no longer physically here, she is with all of us in spirit. She would not want us to be sad, in fact she would tell all of us to “Get A Life!”
My Nana loved all of you, and she will continue to watch over all of us in Heaven. I miss her dearly, but she lived an amazing life. Let’s celebrate her, knowing Heaven has gained the a beautiful angel.
Rest in peace Nana. See you soon 🙂
Love always,
Caroline Joan
Joan was a beautiful spirit – full of life, energetic, committed to her students at the old Dorchester High, and professional in all her work. I enjoyed working with her for many years. Her contributions were significant to many young people. She will be missed by both family and friends. Joan was a lovely woman. Jean Michaels
Aunt Joan was such a constant in my life. I loved the special relationship we shared together and how much she encouraged me throughout my life. She made countless holidays, and summer breaks, so rich and special – memories I will always cherish. I know now you are with your parents and that you will be waiting, with that wry smile, with your arms wide open for the rest of us.
Love you Aunt Joanie!
Your nephew, John Downing
We live across the street from Chris and Dean and our Olivia and Abby have been great friends. Olivia has many instances of Joan’s kindness to her and we are so very sorry for your loss. May God’s peace fill your family with comfort and may happy memories surround you in the days to come.