Dorothy M. Sternberg Cheesman, 75, of North Haven, passed away Monday, June 10, 2013 at her home. She was the wife of Francis E. “Tom†Cheesman. Dorothy was born in New Haven on July 21, 1937; daughter of the late Frederick and Mariel Jensen Sternberg; she was a Teacher for the North Haven School System for many years until her retirement and was a volunteer at the Diabetic Clinic at MidState Medical Center. Mother of Thomas J. Cheesman of Oakdale, CT and his fiancé Joanne Connolly and David E. Cheesman, and his wife Ilene Cheesman of Wallingford. Grandmother of Branden, Jacob, Kevin and Andrew Cheesman. Sister of Edward Sternberg of Weston, CT, Karen Sternberg of Hamden and Linda Mathews of Maine.
The visiting hours will be Thursday from 5 to 8 pm at the North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue with a funeral service to be conducted at 7:00 pm with the Rev. Scott Morrow officiating. Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 825 Brook St., I-91 Tech Ctr. #3, Rocky Hill, CT 06067.
Dear Frank and family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of Dottie. She was a wonderful person with with such loving qualities. May God comfort you all with His love and grace. James 4:14
Mom I cannot express you that you were the greatest mother in law . you were always there for me . I love you so much and I know that you are know at peace.
love you so much xoxoxoxo
Mom you were such a wonderful mom and words could not express how much you will be missed and your unconditional love that goes without saying.
love always and forever your son xoxoxo
My deepest sympathy to Dottie’s entire family. Thank you for sharing her with all of us at MidState Medical Center. She was a lovely caring person and will be truly missed
Dear Tom and Dave: So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Sending my heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family.