Dorothy June Switalski Catalogna
Smithfield
Dorothy June Switalski Catalogna, 88, of Smithfield, passed Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Born March 12, 1937, she was the beloved daughter of the late Edward and Christine Lynn Switalski.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, James J. Catalogna; sisters, Florence Brady, Loretta Arbogast, and Mary Switalski; and brothers, Edward Jr., Charles, Kenneth and Leonard Switalski.
Surviving are her children, Cindy Catalogna Adams and husband AJ, and James Catalogna and wife Michelle; her sisters, Christine Moats and Ada Parker; sister- in-law, Carolynn Catalogna Conaway; four grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
Dorothy and James shared a beautiful life together. They were inseparable, enjoying golfing, bowling, shopping, and spending every moment of their free time side by side. Their love was evident from the day they met.
Dorothy had a special passion for gardening; her yard was always filled with vibrant flowers every spring and summer. She cherished time outdoors and adored her children and grandchildren.
The family would like to extend its heartfelt thanks to the staff at Bella Healthcare for their wonderful care, love, and support shown to Dorothy.
Her legacy of love and laughter, family, and joy in the simple pleasures of life will be remembered by all who knew her.
The family will receive friends and family from 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, November 2, in the DEAN C. WHITMARSH FUNERAL HOME, 134 West Church Street, Fairchance, where visitation continues Monday, November 3, from 9 until the 10 a.m. hour of service, with Pastor Bryan Kelley officiating. Interment will follow in Mount Moriah Baptist Cemetery, Smithfield.