Dorothy Catherine Bunker

Hubbardston-- Dorothy C. Bunker, 97, passed away peacefully at her home in Hubbardston, MA, on March 26, 2026. Though born in Boston on January 20, 1929, Dorothy always considered Matinicus Island, ME, to be her true home.
The daughter of the late Charles W. and Catherine F. (McIntyre) Ballem, Dorothy was the beloved wife of the late Albert M. Bunker, with whom she shared a lifetime of memories and love. A 1948 graduate of Winthrop High School, she worked as a telephone operator before marrying Albert on October 11, 1950. Following their marriage, she moved from Winthrop to Matinicus Island, where she lovingly raised her family and remained for 75 years.
Dorothy was known for her artistic spirit and her love of conversation. A gifted cook, she was also a talented knitter, seamstress, and painter. Her creativity knew no bounds; she delighted in making handmade toys for her children and crafting unique gifts, such as nylon flower bouquets and Christmas ornaments fashioned from painted starfish and seashells.
She is survived by her daughters, Linda M. Bunker of Hubbardston, MA, and Catherine L. White of Edwards, MO; five grandchildren: Heidi Jo Pulkkinen of Hubbardston MA., Barry D. White, Jr. of Edwards MO., Albert T. White of Mobile, AL., Lorena A. White of Round Rock TX., and Travis White oof Eldon., MO; and 10 great-grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was predeceased by her daughter and son-in-law, Diane C. and Joseph Pulkkinen; her granddaughter, Michelle D. Pulkkinen; and her sisters, Rita Melia, Irene Brayson, Marion O'Regan, and Florence Schisler.
Friends and relatives are invited to a service on Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 10:00 AM at St. Bernard's Catholic Church, 150 Broadway, Rockland, ME. A graveside committal service will be held at 1:00pm at Matinicus Island Cemetery on Thursday, May 21, 2026. Travel to Matinicus will be available via the MV 'Sunbeam', family and friends should arrive from 10:00 am to 10:15 am with the boat departing from the Rockland Ferry Terminal at 10:30am and will return at 6:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Matinicus Cemetery, C/O Matinicus Plantation, P.O. Box 198, Matinicus 04851 (make sure to note Matinicus Cemetery Fund in memory of Dorothy Bunker), or Maine Seacoast Mission, 6 Old Firehouse Lane, P.O. Box 600, Northeast Harbor, ME 04662.2d:{"dat