Dorothy Sylvia

New Bedford – Dorothy Sylvia, age 88, passed away on June 18, 2018 at home. A lifelong resident of New Bedford, she was the daughter of the late Manuel and Mary (Duarte) Silvia.

Dorothy had worked as a nurse’s aide at Our Lady’s Haven Nursing Home, as well as a medical secretary at St. Luke’s Hospital.

She is survived by her children, Jacqueline “Jackie” Kay-Laporte, John P. Sylvia III “Jay”, Jeffrey S. Sylvia and Jody Santos; grandchildren, Kerri Grey, Ryan Kay, Jenna Pereira, Christopher Sylvia, Corey Sylvia, Michael Butcher, Ashley Souza, Tyler Santos and Jade Gibbons; as well as many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. She was also predeceased by several brothers and sisters.

Dorothy’s services were private.

Arrangements are placed in the care of Perry Funeral Home 111 Dartmouth St. New Bedford, MA 02740. Please see our website: www.perryfuneral.com for condolences.