Obituary of Doreen A Schlicher

Doreen A (Collett) Schlicher, 56, of Peabody and formerly of Everett, passed away Thursday evening at her home surrounded by her loving family following a courageous battle against cancer. She was the devoted wife of Charles Schlicher with whom she shared over 25 years of marriage. Born in Boston, she was the daughter of the late Albert and Grace (Brophy) Collett. She was raised and educated in Everett, later lived in Chelsea and has spent the last 3 years living in Peabody. She was a graduate of Everett High School, class of 1979. Doreen was employed as Corporate Procurement Manager for Hood Milk Company for over 25 years before her illness. She enjoyed reading, walking, and hiking with her dog Molly. Besides her loving husband, she is survived by her sister, Joanie Collett Nakkashian of Salem, NH and nieces and nephews. Following cremation, her Funeral Service will be held on Thursday at 11:00 AM at the Conway, Cahill-Brodeur Funeral Home, 82 Lynn St, Peabody to which relatives and friends are kindly invited to attend. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Peabody. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her name to the MSPCA, 350 South Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02130.