KOEDYKER, Dolores M. (Bernard) of Roslindale formerly of Mission Hill died peacefully at home in the comfort of her loving family on January 10, 2026. Loving and devoted mother of Diana Preusser of Roslindale, Don and Kim of New York, Duane and David of Roslindale. Cherished Nana of Rebecca and Erica Preusser, and Great Nana of Marko. Loving sister of Doris “Donna” Bernard and Deidre Geary of West Roxbury, Joesph and Janice of CA, and the late William Bernard.
Dolores was a lifelong resident of Boston who grew up in Mission Hill and resided in Roslindale. A graduate of Mission High School, she worked as a Library Aide at the Parker Hill Branch Library. She retired from Brigham & Women’s Hospital as an Office Manager.
A kind and nurturing mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Dolores made fond memories of ice skating on Frog Pond, Swan Boat rides, shopping trips, and sharing pizza in the North End. Dolores began her spiritual journey at Mission Church, a beacon of hope, and a place of worship. Her life and love will be remembered always.
Visiting Hours at the William J. Gormley Funeral Home, 2055 Centre St., West Roxbury, on Monday, January 19 from 3:00 -7:00 pm. Funeral from the funeral home on Tuesday, January 20 at 8:30 am, followed by a Funeral Mass at the Basilica of Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Mission Church) at 10:00 am. Interment Mt. Benedict Cemetery.
Donations in her memory may be made to Mission Church, 1545 Tremont St. Boston, MA 02120.