Shrewsbury – Malocke “Millie” (Dahrooge) Esper, longtime Shrewsbury resident, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loved ones, Monday, Oct. 12, 2015, after a period of declining health. She was 75 years of age. Her husband, George S. Esper, passed away July 31, 2001.
Millie was born Dec. 8, 1939 in Worcester, one of four children of Abraham “Danny” and Gladys (Gabis) Dahrooge. She graduated from Commerce High School, and attended Worcester State College and New England School of Accounting. She has lived in Worcester before moving to Shrewsbury in 1994. After retirement and during the winter months, she spent her time in Hallendale, Fla.
She co-owned and operated Clearview and Esper Ice Company with her husband before retiring. She previously worked for Union Cartage Company as office manager.
She is survived by her devoted and cherished family, Gail S. Esper-Collette and her husband Ernie of Northborough and Joy Esper of Framingham and Provincetown; a brother, Eli Dahrooge of West Boylston; two sisters, Josephine Gauthier of Millbury and Karen Melican of Worcester; three grandchildren that called her ‘Grammy,” Robert, Olivia, and Daniel Collette; and nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Besides her husband, George, she joined in heaven her grandson, Ryan Collette, who passed away Aug. 7, 2004.
The Esper family would specifically like to thank Millie’s caregivers, Mavis and Georgina, as well as the Notre Dame Hospice, for the care compassion and comfort they gave to her during a difficult time.
Millie was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church. She enjoyed playing Bingo, cards, reading, the beach, the Boston Red Sox, and crossword puzzles. Most of all, she most enjoyed being “Grammy” to her grandchildren. The times she could spend with them enjoying laughs and celebrations were the precious moments in her life.
Funeral services for Millie will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, at 10:30 a.m., in Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 256 Hamilton St. Entombment will follow in Notre Dame Mausoleum. A period of calling hours will be held from 9-10:30 a.m. in the church prior to the service. The Mercadante Funeral Home & Chapel is assisting with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances in her name can be made to a charity of one’s choice.
