"Our love and thoughts to Dottie, and your whole Family on the loss of your dear Mother, Dot. She was such a sweet and wonderful lady, and loved by all who knew her. Her connection to our "Aunt Bess" touched us, and made us love her even more.... Much love to all of you, with our condolences on such a tremendous loss. MaryEllen, Dick , Nick Garritano And Aunt Bess"
In loving memory of
Dorothy Balzano
July 16, 1924 - January 5, 2021
Rochester - (formerly of Cape May)
Passed away peacefully on January 5, 2021 at age 96. Predeceased by her beloved husband Albert; parents, sisters and brother. Dot is survived by her daughter, Dottie (Frank) Vassalo; granddaughter, Jennifer (Patrick) Carr; devoted great granddaughters, Charlie Chloe Carr; a host of nieces and nephews.
No prior visitation. Interment at the convenience of the family.
Dorothy was a lover of travel, musical theater, baking gardening. Dot was a proud Philadelphian and an avid Philadelphia Eagles Fan. She was a longtime member of First Presbyterian Church of Cape May.
In lieu of flowers please direct memorials to Cape May Community Food Closet, 500 Hughes Street, Cape May NJ. 08204 Greece Ecumenical Food Shelf, 500 Maiden Lane , Rochester NY 14616.
Tributes
"Dottie, Frank and family our prayers are with you and your Mom. Dottie your Mom has left a warm legacy of love and kindness for the lives she touched. I am glad to have met your Mom at Mill Landing and know she was loved."
"Dot was a kind, loving woman who was always sincerely interested in hearing people's stories. I'll always remember when you, Dottie, and your mom took the Cape May-Lewes ferry over to visit us in DE. We had such a good visit. Your mother was one of those special people we meet during our journey here on earth. I feel that it was a gift to have known her. I feel the same about knowing you and yours. She will be missed. Take care of yourselves. Love, Joan Brower"
"I worked with Dorothy at mill landing where she lived. It was a blessing to know her. Dorothy will be missed by all of us here. Colleen Mccarthy"
"Dear Dottie, Frank, Jennifer and Patrick, we are sad for the loss of your beloved mother and grandmother. It was an honor to have known Dot. She was a beautiful woman and the matriarch of a warm and loving family. Her legacy of love and compassion will live on in all of you. You were all blessed to have each other and to make such wonderful memories together. God Bless Dot and all of your family, Rest In Peace With Love, Lisa and Steve Capizzi"
"David and I send our heartfelt condolences to the Balzano/Vassalo families on the passing a loving, caring mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, Dorothy Bolzano. We always enjoyed listening to the stories of her traveling and of beloved Cape May in the short time we have known her. Hugs to her family."
"Dottie, My sincere sympathy to You, Jen, Frank, Patrick and all of your family. I know this is a very difficult and painful time for all of you and my prayers are with you. Dot was a treasure in my life for many many years and I will miss her. She gave us all a lot of wonderful memories. Love, Mad"
"I was so blessed to have know Dot, even for a short 2 plus years as a caregiver/companion. That smile of hers just would light up a room and bring such joy to people. Her stories about Cape May and her family were so beautiful. She enjoyed singing at the Easter and Christmas concerts with her friends and we had so much fun. Dot loved her walk around the block as we called it and resting at her favorite bench along the way. Watered the plants and listened to music on our walk. Dot was an inspiration and very special lady to me and and I thank you Dotty for bringing us together. Such a beautiful and loving family. MaryAnn DeCarlo"
"Dottie, As you know my relationship with your mom was a long distance one. I only spent "in person" time with her infrequently over the last 50 years. However, we formed a strong, loving bond and I treasured her friendship over the years. She was a warm, compassionate and caring individual. I am so glad Julie got to meet her. Julie and I have such wonderful memories of our visit with her at her home in Cape May. Our hearts are breaking but we know she's been reunited with her beloved husband. Now you have 2 angels together, watching over you and your family. Love Always, Marilyn and Julie Grau"
"Bruce and I will be forever grateful to have known Dot. We loved taking her out to eat, sharing life stories, and just enjoying spending time together. Dot had a wonderful, positive, view of life that was so refreshing to experience. We loved her much and will miss her greatly. Bruce and Cindi Long"
"Dot was a warm, welcoming, kind, funny and gracious person to us. She was also a substitute grandma to our middle son Eric during his and Jen's high school years. I loved hearing her travel and adventure stories, and appreciated her dedication to her family, friends, and community. She will be missed. The Werner Family"
"Your Mom was in my life for 65 years. There are so many memories from our childhood. She was beautiful, kind, smart and so giving. Those sand tarts are my favorite cookie. I will make it every Christmas and always think of her. I loved her and will miss her. Lynne Romaine MacLuskie"
"Our deepest condolence on Dot's passing. She was beautiful inside and out and we are blessed to have known her. I will miss our visits and her smiling face. Love to you all. Sandy & Dan"