A quiet, humble woman who cared deeply for her family
BEVERLY — Dorothy J. (Harry) Feyler, 85, a longtime resident of Lynnfield, passed away peacefully at Ledgewood Nursing and Rehabilitation in Beverly on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021.
Dorothy was born in Everett on February 19, 1936, and was one of two children of the late Alexander D. Harry and Melinda (McDonald) Harry. She was raised in Everett, where she graduated from Everett High School. On Oct. 24, 1959, she married to Kenneth L. Feyler and they settled in Lynnfield to raise a family of two children. She worked for many years as a customer service representative for New England Telephone.
Dorothy was dedicated to her family, especially her beloved husband, Ken. She took great care of her family, all while maintaining a smile and her great sense of humor. In retirement, she enjoyed many trips traveling to the Caribbean with Ken to relax on a warm beach. Later in life, she found comfort in lunch dates with her friends. Dorothy was a quiet, humble person who cared deeply for her family. She will be missed, but always lovingly remembered.
Dorothy was the beloved wife of the late Kenneth L. Feyler Jr. She was the devoted mother of Ellen Gill of Dayton, Ohio; and Peter Feyler of Santa Monica, California. She was the loving grandmother of Alexander and Thomas Gill. She was the dear sister of the late Alexander D. Harry Jr. and his surviving wife, Maryann Morris, of North Kingstown, Rhode Island; and was the brother-in-law of the late Bobby Feyler and his surviving wife, Diane, of Tewksbury. She was the caring aunt of David (Kerry) Feyler of Wilmington; Susan Sugrue of Keller, Texas; and Kerry (Mark) Stafford of Middleton. Several great-nephews and a great-niece also survive Dorothy.
Relatives and friends gathered during visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Saturday, Dec. 4, which was followed by her Graveside Service at Puritan Lawn Memorial Park, 185 Lake St., Peabody. To sign an online tribute, visit RobinsonFuneralHome.com.
