Martha C. Dobrowolski

Martha Elizabeth (Crocker) Dobrowolski of Ridgefield, Conn, a longtime resident of New Haven, Conn, died peacefully on January 10, 2024 at Danbury Hospital, following a brief illness. She was 94 years old. Born on June 6, 1929 in Brewster, Mass. Martha was the daughter of the late Henry and Pauline Crocker. She attended local schools on Cape Cod before graduating from Gould Academy in Bethel, Maine. She then attended Simmons College in Boston, where she earned a business degree. Following graduation, she moved to New Haven where she reconnected with Joseph Dobrowolski, whom she had met while they were both attending college in Boston. Martha and Joseph were married on April 25, 1953. They were married for 69 years until Joseph’s death on August 24, 2022. They resided in New Haven during their entire marriage. The Dobrowolski’s enjoyed walking, attending performances at both Long Wharf Theatre in New Haven and the Metropolitan Opera in New York City, and dining out with good friends. They spent many fall Saturday afternoons watching football games at nearby Yale Bowl. Martha also retained a lifelong fondness for her native Cape Cod, which she visited frequently over the years. Martha, known as “Noni” to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, enjoyed gardening, cooking, and sewing. She created many creative, handmade outfits for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She loved her family very much. Martha is survived by her brother Jackson Crocker, of Brewster, Mass.; her son Anthony Dobrowolski (Jamie) of Pittsfield, Mass;, and her daughter Lauris Khan, of Somers, N.Y. She is also survived by her three grandchildren, Cyrah Khan of Seattle, Wash; Nadia Blair (Aaron) of Ridgefield, Conn. and Alec Khan (Sarah) of Atlanta Ga., as well as five great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was also predeceased by a brother, Lawrence. Calling hours for Martha Dobrowolski will take place from 4 to 6 p.m. January 17 at Sisk Brothers Funeral Homes, 3105 Whitney Avenue, in Hamden. A funeral mass will take place at 11 a.m. January 18 at Saints Aedan and Brendan Church, 112 Fountain Street, in New Haven. Following the mass, a reception will take place at Consiglio's Restaurant, 165 Wooster Street in New Haven. Burial will be private and will take place in Brewster Mass. At a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Martha’s name should be made to the Metropolitan Opera in New York City or to the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, To leave an online condolence please visit www.siskbrothers.com

Martha C. Dobrowolski

June 6, 1929 - January 10, 2024