Dorothy E Lapham

In Loving Memory of Dorothy Lapham Dorothy Collins Lapham of Hampton NH, beloved in the hearts of many, passed away on July 29, 2023. Born in Belmont, Massachusetts, Dorothy's life was one marked by contagious optimism and a love of life, family, friends, and the beach. She was 62 years old at the time of her passing. Dorothy's journey began on January 7, 1961, when she entered the world as Dorothy Collins. From an early age, it was evident that she possessed a vibrant spirit and a deep love for the water. This love eventually led her to become the Waterfront Director at Camp Bernadette and during Exceptional Children's (EC) Week at Camp Fatima — a role she cherished. She eventually settled at Hampton Beach, happy to be at the ocean. Unfortunately, Dorothy's life was significantly impacted at a young age by injuries resulting from her passion and work of lifeguarding, necessitating corrective surgeries resulting in disability. She was extremely grateful to the many medical and care professionals who helped her over the years, and to her good friends Lisa, Brent and Sandy for their friendship. Apart from her passion for water-related activities, Dorothy's compassionate nature endeared her to everyone she encountered. She was known for her warm smile, beautiful red hair, and her ability to brighten even the cloudiest of days. She made new friends of strangers wherever she went. Dorothy's legacy lives on in the memories of her family, friends, colleagues, and the countless campers whose lives she touched. She is survived by her loving family, who take solace in the knowledge that she will forever be remembered for her boundless love, spirited ways, and her lasting impact on the lives she touched. Dorothy is survived by her mother, Elizabeth (Blackham) Collins of Belmont, MA; her brothers, John Collins and his wife Cynthia of Lexington, MA, and Andrew Collins and his wife Ann of Litchfield, NH; her sisters, Margaret Collins of Concord, NH, Patricia Kelemen and her husband Phillip of Port Orange, FL, and Judy Collins of Exeter, NH, as well as many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father John Collins and her husband Brian Lapham. Services for Dorothy will be private. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to be made in Dorothy's honor to EC Week, http://www.ecweek.org/, a cause that was close to her heart. Rest in peace, dear Dorothy. Your light continues to shine brightly in the hearts of all those who were fortunate enough to know you. You will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.

Dorothy E Lapham

January 7, 1961 - July 29, 2023