Van Valkenburg, Dorothy “Dottie” (Silva) of Somerville, passed away on January 17, 2024, at age 83.
Devoted wife of 59 years to the late Jerry Lee Van Valkenburg.
Loving mother of Laura Rosa and her husband Greg, Mark Van Valkenburg, John Van Valkenburg and his wife Iris, and Stephen Valkenburg.
Cherished grandmother of Sarah Rodriguez, Maria Rosa, and Willem Van Valkenburg.
Adored great-grandmother of Jvanni Caban.
Beloved sister of Fred Silva and the late Helen Lapusata.
Also survived by many other loving relatives and friends.
All services will be private.