Dorothy L. Kearney

Dorothy Louise Kearney, lovingly known as “Dottie” or “Dot”, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 23, 2025, at Yale New Haven Hospital, St Raphael’s Campus, at the age of 83.

Born on March 22, 1942, at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Bridgeport, Connecticut, Dorothy was the daughter of the late Mary Ella Jennings and George Lanham Sr. She was one of ten children. She was predeceased by her brothers Wilbert Lanham, Calvin Lanham, Geronimo Piper, Kenneth Piper, George Lanham Jr., and Sylvester Lanham. She leaves to cherish her memory her brother Curtis Lanham, sisters Sadie Bristow and Mary Bryant, and a host of extended family and friends.

She was a devoted mother to Nelson P. Kearney Jr., Donna R. Foster, Bryan D. Kearney (Deborah), and Aaron M. Kearney Sr. She was also the proud grandmother of Kakisha E. Foster, Kenneth L. Foster Jr., Amir B. Kearney, Kenara T. Foster, Jesse E. Foster, Aisha D. Morton, Katiria J. Kearney, Aariana C. Kearney, Zane L. Kearney, Aaron M. Kearney Jr., Bryan D. Kearney II, Breanna J. Kearney, and Matin L. Kearney, as well as 15 great-grandchildren.

Dorothy’s warmth, strength, and love touched all who knew her. She will be remembered for her devotion to her family, her enduring faith, and the joy she brought into every life she touched.

Family and friends are invited to gather in celebration of Dorothy’s life and legacy. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at Mt. Aery Baptist Church
73 Frank Street Bridgeport, CT 06604
Viewing: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Funeral: 11:00 AM

There will be a repast after the funeral at:
The Trifecta Event Space
215 Warren St. Bridgeport, CT 06604

Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who loved her.