JOY, Dolores M. (Gaffney). Of Brookline, formerly of Juniata, PA.,Entered the gates of heaven on March 10, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Edward P. Joy, Sgt. U.S.M.C. Survivor Chosin Reservoir Adored mother of Jacqueline "Jackie" Joy of Norwood and the late Kevin, Thomas, Edward Jr., Christine, Paul, Joseph and baby Michael Joy. Loving grandmother of Little Jackie, Keri, Thomas, Paul and Eric. Adored great grandmother of Collin, Fiona, Finn, James, Erin, Kevin and Gavin. Devoted daughter of the late Charles and Margaret Gaffney. Dear sister of James Gaffney of Somers Point, NJ., and the late John, Charles, Harold Gaffney. Also survived by her devoted daughter in law Joan Joy and many cherished nieces and nephews. Dolores' father was an exceptional machinist during WWI and made special parts for planes. He received a letter of gratitude from President Woodrow Wilson. Upon graduating from Little Flowers Catholic High for Girls Dolores joined the U.S.M.C. Paris Island where she met her husband Ed at a USO dance. Her first born Kevin, was born in Beaufort, SC and later the family returned to Boston. The family began to grow and they spent many summers in Marblehead where she and her husband had many fond memories of the children along the beach. As her children grew older, they kept the tradition going by bringing their children back to the beaches of Marblehead. Soon came great grandchildren and Dolores became "Little Nana" and the visits were filled with laughter and fun and they brought so much happiness to Dolores. Her fortitude was heroic during the unbearable loss of her children. She extended incredible kindness and support all of her days. She loved her family, her Country and her faith gave her great comfort. Her daughter Jacqueline eloquently spoke ....One of Gods greatest gifts…..has been returned to Him….her Mother. Funeral from the Bell-O'Dea Funeral Home, 376 Washington St.,BROOKLINE, Monday morning at 10:00 followed by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary of the Assumption Church, Brookline at 11:00. Relatives and friends are kindly invited. Visiting hours in the funeral home on Sunday from 3:00 – 7:00. Interment Highland Cemetery, Norwood. Late Veteran Korean War U.S. Marine Corps.