Dorothy Ann Delaney Vasta
August 22, 1934 – January 3, 2021
With much sadness I announce the unexpected passing of my loving wife, Dorothy Ann Delaney Vasta on Sunday, January 3, 2021. Born on August 22, 1934, she grew up in Silver Spring, MD attending Holy Names Academy and University of Maryland. We were married in 1956 and have spent the last 64 years together. She was a devoted mother to her four children – Karen Flood (Paul), Vicki Healy (Tom), Charlotte Duchesne (Bill) and Rob Vasta (Laura) and a cherished grandmother of eleven grandchildren – Kevin Healy, Carlee Duchesne, Claire Healy, Nicko Duchesne, Lauren Flood, Brenna Healy, Rob Vasta, Amanda Flood, Rachel Vasta, Daniel Flood, and Bridget Vasta.
She worked first as a teacher and then later at the National Wildlife Federation for 15 years. The last 30 years, we’ve been living our dream down on the Chesapeake Bay.
She was known to many as “Dotty Vee”, known proudly to her family as “Gigi”. She loved her gardens, books, kitties, ice cream, singing with the Patuxent Pearls and enjoying nature right out her back door at Vasta View.
In lieu of flowers, a charitable contribution can be made in her honor to Bestfriends.org or the charity of your choice.
We will have a celebration of her life in the spring when her gardens are in bloom.
To leave the family a condolence please visit www.rauschfuneralhomes.com .
Visitation
Services
- No Services Scheduled at This Time
No Services Available
Interment
- Private
Contributions
Best Friends Animal Society
5001 Angel Canyon Road
Kanab, Utah 84741-5000
Condolences
Sort Comments
5 Jan 2021
1:01pm
Capt Bruno and family, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you and your family. What a splendid lady she was and I know you will miss her so much.
Prayers for all,
Ron Smith
City
Prince Frederick
State
MD
7 Jan 2021
7:29pm
Bruno and family. Dorothy was the sweetest lady to all she met. We always enjoyed talking to her at the fishing meetings, and holiday parties. We know she loved her family very much and her smile would light up a room. May Dorothy rest in peace and condolences to you all. ⚘
City
California
State
MD
5 Jan 2021
2:59pm
Capt. Bruno.
On behalf of the Solomons Charter Captains Association we extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Please reach out to me or any member of SCCA if we can help in any way.
God bless.
Capt. Wally Williams
City
Solomons
State
Maryland
5 Jan 2021
3:34pm
She was a lovely lady with a beautiful smile! Capt Bruno was always smiling as well! 64 years of happiness together was an admirable accomplishment! Tom and I send our condolences to ALL of your family Bruno!
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
5 Jan 2021
4:40pm
Oh Bruno, such sad news. You two were such a special couple. Both of your smiles were always bright and shining. It was obvious how much you loved each other. May the Lord give you the strength to weather the loss of the love of your life. We know your children and grands will help you. May she rest in peace. Bernie and I will keep you all in our prayers.
Margie Dove
City
Lusby
State
MD
5 Jan 2021
8:24pm
Capt. Bruno we were so saddened to hear of the passing of your lovely wife Dotty. Her smile was contagious. We will cherish the wonderful memories we had at CovePoint with you two. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know we will be praying daily for you and your family. Sending our love to you Capt. Bruno. May God give you peace in the days ahead.
City
Appomattox
State
VA
5 Jan 2021
10:59pm
Capt. Bruno and the Vasta Family
The Stevenson’s offer our sympathy and prayers to you and to all the Vasta family.
I am grateful to have shared a bit of time with you and your wonderful lady Dorothy these past few years. May the Love of your family give you strength at this time.
City
Lusby
State
Maryland
6 Jan 2021
9:02am
With deepest sympathy Charlotte,Bill, Carlee and Nicko and the entire Vasta family. We know what a close family you all are and how heartbroken you all must be. I only had the pleasure of meeting Dotty once in Ottawa but remember her cheerful and friendly smile. God bless you all as you go through this difficult time.
City
Ottawa
State
Ontario
6 Jan 2021
2:23pm
Bruno, I am so sorry to hear about Dottie, but what a wonderful love story you shared, and what a great family she leaves.
I have nothing but fond memories of you both and the dinners Dottie provided before Monday night football games at RFK.
City
Solomons
State
MD
6 Jan 2021
2:57pm
We are deeply saddened for the loss of your mum Charlotte. Her story is beautiful and touching, she was blessed with a close & loving family. This evening, we will light a candle in her memory. Sending you all strength, courage & serenity through this difficult time.
City
Ottawa
State
ON
6 Jan 2021
4:27pm
To a very close friend, I will miss you.
City
Lusby
State
MD
9 Jan 2021
5:27pm
You were so blessed to have her. Dotty exuded warmth and love and good humor. Just look at her children and grandchildren to see the wonderful legacy she left the world. I loved her so much most of all because of how openlyshe loved you all and your friends…She made every one of us feel we were special too. She spread light wherevers she was and I was beneficiary of her great example and advice (and her mom’s advice too) through Vicki … RIP Dotty Vee, you are so missed here on earth, but I know “Granny” is hugging you tight.
City
Vienna
State
VA
9 Jan 2021
9:21pm
Dotty, I’ll truly miss your beautiful smile, bubbly and caring personality, and your quick wit. You made a great impact on my life and will always be in my thoughts.
My thoughts are with you, Bruno, and all of your wonderful family as you deal with your loss. You know that I’m am always ready to help in any way.
City
Lusby
State
MD
10 Jan 2021
12:06pm
Dear Vasta Family,
I am saddened to learn of Dotty’s passing via today’s Washington Post. I had the privilege of working with Dotty at the National Wildlife Federation in Membership Services, my first real job after college beginning in 1979. Dotty taught me how to answer letters and be a good office worker, but mostly, she taught me with incredible patience and care. Everyone loved her! Bruno, I don’t believe we ever met, but I feel like I know you from all of Dotty’s loving stories about you and the family. I still have a Christmas tree decoration she made, a tiny little bear in a needlepoint box; also a small square enamel box with cats on the lid. That was a birthday gift. She knew how I love cats.
My older brother Tom worked at Cardinal Hill as swim coach and pool manager when your family were members. He sends his condolences as well.
I will always be grateful for Dotty mentoring me graciously into the working world, and I will never forget her uncommon kindness.
City
Leesburg
State
Virginia
25 Jan 2021
1:04pm
Oh, my, I did love to be across the chorale group from Dottie. Her amazing smile and enthusiasm just melted by heart and helped me to sing better. I’m no longer living there but will remember her when we again sing here in North Carolina. I’m sure she is singing with the angels.
City
Southport
State
NC
2 Feb 2021
2:02pm
Our sincere condolences Charlotte to you and your family. Thinking of you in this difficult time and sending you all our love. Heather, Michel and Katherine Lortie. ❤️
City
Bourget
State
Ontario
Sort Comments
Capt Bruno and family, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you and your family. What a splendid lady she was and I know you will miss her so much.
Prayers for all,
Ron Smith
Bruno and family. Dorothy was the sweetest lady to all she met. We always enjoyed talking to her at the fishing meetings, and holiday parties. We know she loved her family very much and her smile would light up a room. May Dorothy rest in peace and condolences to you all. ⚘
Capt. Bruno.
On behalf of the Solomons Charter Captains Association we extend our deepest condolences to you and your family. Please reach out to me or any member of SCCA if we can help in any way.
God bless.
Capt. Wally Williams
She was a lovely lady with a beautiful smile! Capt Bruno was always smiling as well! 64 years of happiness together was an admirable accomplishment! Tom and I send our condolences to ALL of your family Bruno!
Oh Bruno, such sad news. You two were such a special couple. Both of your smiles were always bright and shining. It was obvious how much you loved each other. May the Lord give you the strength to weather the loss of the love of your life. We know your children and grands will help you. May she rest in peace. Bernie and I will keep you all in our prayers.
Margie Dove
Capt. Bruno we were so saddened to hear of the passing of your lovely wife Dotty. Her smile was contagious. We will cherish the wonderful memories we had at CovePoint with you two. We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this difficult time. Please know we will be praying daily for you and your family. Sending our love to you Capt. Bruno. May God give you peace in the days ahead.
Capt. Bruno and the Vasta Family
The Stevenson’s offer our sympathy and prayers to you and to all the Vasta family.
I am grateful to have shared a bit of time with you and your wonderful lady Dorothy these past few years. May the Love of your family give you strength at this time.
With deepest sympathy Charlotte,Bill, Carlee and Nicko and the entire Vasta family. We know what a close family you all are and how heartbroken you all must be. I only had the pleasure of meeting Dotty once in Ottawa but remember her cheerful and friendly smile. God bless you all as you go through this difficult time.
Bruno, I am so sorry to hear about Dottie, but what a wonderful love story you shared, and what a great family she leaves.
I have nothing but fond memories of you both and the dinners Dottie provided before Monday night football games at RFK.
We are deeply saddened for the loss of your mum Charlotte. Her story is beautiful and touching, she was blessed with a close & loving family. This evening, we will light a candle in her memory. Sending you all strength, courage & serenity through this difficult time.
To a very close friend, I will miss you.
You were so blessed to have her. Dotty exuded warmth and love and good humor. Just look at her children and grandchildren to see the wonderful legacy she left the world. I loved her so much most of all because of how openlyshe loved you all and your friends…She made every one of us feel we were special too. She spread light wherevers she was and I was beneficiary of her great example and advice (and her mom’s advice too) through Vicki … RIP Dotty Vee, you are so missed here on earth, but I know “Granny” is hugging you tight.
Dotty, I’ll truly miss your beautiful smile, bubbly and caring personality, and your quick wit. You made a great impact on my life and will always be in my thoughts.
My thoughts are with you, Bruno, and all of your wonderful family as you deal with your loss. You know that I’m am always ready to help in any way.
Dear Vasta Family,
I am saddened to learn of Dotty’s passing via today’s Washington Post. I had the privilege of working with Dotty at the National Wildlife Federation in Membership Services, my first real job after college beginning in 1979. Dotty taught me how to answer letters and be a good office worker, but mostly, she taught me with incredible patience and care. Everyone loved her! Bruno, I don’t believe we ever met, but I feel like I know you from all of Dotty’s loving stories about you and the family. I still have a Christmas tree decoration she made, a tiny little bear in a needlepoint box; also a small square enamel box with cats on the lid. That was a birthday gift. She knew how I love cats.
My older brother Tom worked at Cardinal Hill as swim coach and pool manager when your family were members. He sends his condolences as well.
I will always be grateful for Dotty mentoring me graciously into the working world, and I will never forget her uncommon kindness.
Oh, my, I did love to be across the chorale group from Dottie. Her amazing smile and enthusiasm just melted by heart and helped me to sing better. I’m no longer living there but will remember her when we again sing here in North Carolina. I’m sure she is singing with the angels.
Our sincere condolences Charlotte to you and your family. Thinking of you in this difficult time and sending you all our love. Heather, Michel and Katherine Lortie. ❤️