Mrs. Dorothy Patricia Romano, age 69, of Stuart passed away Thursday, October 15, 2020 after battling cancer for over 20 years.  She was born in Mt. Vernon, NY on December 22, 1950 to the late Pietro Giacomo Gherardi and Dorothy Veronica Rose Gherardi.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a half-brother, Peter Francis Gherardi.

         Surviving are her husband of 36 years, Stephen Romano of the home; one brother and sister-in-law, William Rocco Romano and Carlene Delucia Romano of NC; and a special friend, Andre Barschi.

         Special thanks to Mountain Valley Hospice.  Online condolences may be sent to www.moodyfuneralservices.com.