Dorothy "Dot" Mokeler
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Dorothy "Dot" Mokeler

  • March 18, 1937 - March 19, 2011
  • Melrose, Massachusetts
  • Melrose Humane Society
    P.O. Box 760668
    Melrose, MA 02176
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“Dear Bill, Billy & Michael, I was so sorry to hear of your wife & mother passing away. She was always such a nice person to me every time she...Read More » ”
1 of 12 | Posted by: Sheila Carter

“Dorothy was the Mother of my previous boss, her son, Michael Mokeler. Michael would always keep me updated with her health issues and she was in my...Read More » ”
2 of 12 | Posted by: Caitlin Weiner - Friend

“Bill, Nothing I say can make this difficult time in your life any easier. I do want you to know I am here for you. I am truly sorry for your loss....Read More » ”
3 of 12 | Posted by: Jenny Hill - Belmont, MA - Friend

“Uncle Bill, Malcolm and I send our sympathy and love. Be assured that Aunt Dot's wings are no longer broken. She is free from all pain and...Read More » ”
4 of 12 | Posted by: Roxy Eales - Neice

“Bill, The loss of a mother leaves a hole that never heals. A mothers love can never be replaced. Your angel will forever be on your shoulder...Read More » ”
5 of 12 | Posted by: Cathy Bourgeois - Randolph, MA

“When I was walking home one day, a strange van pulled along side me and a man with a big red beard was leering out at me. I was about 11 years old...Read More » ”
6 of 12 | Posted by: AmyLynn Arrington - Malden, MA

“Dave my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ”
7 of 12 | Posted by: Jennifer Geier Faith

“Sorry to hear about the loss of your wonderful mother and wife Dot. She was always kind to me and the kids in the neighborhood and when we were...Read More » ”
8 of 12 | Posted by: Ben Pease - Melrose , MA

“Dot, right from the beginning over 8 years ago, you took me into your family and your heart. You will be forever missed, loved, and kept in loving...Read More » ”
9 of 12 | Posted by: Paul Sagon - Malden, MA

“Mere words are not enough to say how very sorry I am for your loss. No amount of words or "i'm sorries" will help...I know, I have been there when my...Read More » ”
10 of 12 | Posted by: Jenn Santoro (Jenn Orrell--maiden name)

“To the Mokeler Family, My condolences on your loss. ”
11 of 12 | Posted by: Steven M. Parziale - Melrose, MA

“I am so sorry for your loss! My condolences to you and your family! Peggy & Greg Geyer ”
12 of 12 | Posted by: Peggy A. Geyer - Avon, , MA


Mrs. Dorothy “Dot” (Robinson) Mokeler, a lifelong resident of Melrose, died on Saturday afternoon, March 19, 2011 at the Melrose-Wakefield Hospital following a period of declining health. She was 74 years old.

Dot was born on March 18, 1937 in Melrose, one of two children of the late Alton and Mildred (Johnson) Robinson.

She was raised in Melrose and graduated from Melrose High School. Dot was a secretary for many years at Boit, Dalton and Church Insurance in Boston. She was a Cub Scout mother and Boy Scout mother for her 3 sons. She was a supporter of homeless veterans and the American Arthritis Foundation. She loved cooking, sewing and animals, particularly cats. Dot was a member of the former Universalist Church in Melrose where she sang for many years in the choir.

Dot was the beloved wife of William F. Mokeler with whom she shared 45 years of marriage. Devoted mother of William F. Mokeler III and his spouse Paul of Malden, David M. Mokeler and Michael P. Mokeler both of Melrose. Dear sister of Priscilla Eales of FL. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at Wyoming Cemetery, Sylvan St. Melrose Wednesday March 23 at 10AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Gifts in Dot’s memory may be made to the Melrose Humane Society, P.O. Box 760668, Melrose, MA 02176.