Obituary of Dorothy E. Parent

Dorothy E. Parent, age 91, of Trumbull passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 2, 2022 at St. Vincent’s Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. She was the beloved wife of Michael L. Parent. Born in Laflin, PA on May 27, 1930 she was a daughter of the late Andrew and Mary (Chorba) Kubik. Dorothy began her working career as a seamstress at Bundle of Joy before dedicating a number of years to caring for and raising her family. She later returned to the work force in various capacities for department stores. Dorothy was a woman of great faith and was dedicated to caring for the altar linens at St. Theresa Church for over 25 years. She was also a very active member of the Confraternity of the Rosary. Dorothy enjoyed traveling with her husband. She also enjoyed bowling and socializing with a local league. She was an active member of the Sikorsky Retirees Friendship Club where she built many friendships. She was a fan of the television series Golden Girls and also enjoyed the wholesome movies found on the Hallmark Channel. Dorothy’s greatest enjoyment however was found in the time she spent surrounded by her loving family including preparing special meals for holiday gatherings. She was extremely proud of her grandchildren and their accomplishments. A loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend of many. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

In addition to her beloved husband Michael of nearly 65 years, other survivors include her loving children, Maureen Ulsamer and her husband Karl of West Haven, Lori Ann Sucic and her husband Steve of Southport and Brian Parent and his wife Amy of Fairfield, her adored grandchildren, Monica, Percival, Michael, Luke, Andrew and Alexander, her sister, Mary “Peggy” Campanella of Pittston, PA, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers and a sister.

Friends may greet the family on Thursday, January 6, 2022 at St. Theresa Church, 5301 Main St., Trumbull beginning at 10:00 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Trumbull.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Theresa Church at the above address.