Dorothy A. D'Amato

Dorothy Salerno D’Amato, 90, passed away in hospice Friday, February 20, 2026, in Jacksonville Florida. She was born April 29, 1935, in Greenwich CT where she grew up. Dorothy was pre-deceased by her husband, Philip Ralph D’Amato.

In her youth, Dorothy worked at the New York Foundling Hospital. She married Phil on August 3, 1953, and held several part-time administrative positions through the years, retiring as secretary at St Roch Church in Greenwich CT. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family.

Dorothy is survived by her son Peter (Lauren) D’Amato of Ponte Vedra Beach, FL, daughter Karen (D’Amato) Lamphier of Brenham TX, and grandchildren Maxwell D’Amato of Jacksonville and Francis Lamphier of Elgin TX.

A private family service will be held on May 8, 2026, at the Jacksonville National Cemetery, Jacksonville FL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Jude Children’s Hospital.