In Fall River, March 2, 2011 Dorothea Marceau age 83, passed away in the Highlander Rehab & Nursing Center in Fall River after a lengthy period of failing health. She was born in Taunton to her late parents Joseph & Rose (Dias) Perry. Dorothea was educated in Taunton schools and resided most of her life in Fall River. She enjoyed dancing and spending time with her family & friends. Dorthea leaves her sister Virginia McCarron of Raynham and children; Timothy and Kathy. Her late siblings Herbert Perry and Eleanor DeRose. Her nephew Edward DeRose & his wife Janet of Wareham and children; Debbie, Donna, Manny and Eddie. She was also the aunt of P.J. Perry of ME. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, March 5th at 10am. in St. Joseph’s Cemetery in Taunton. Arrangements are under the direction of the O’Keefe-Wade Funeral Home in Taunton.