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Beloved Gift Shop, Pharmacy Owner From Northern Westchester Dies: 'Wonderful Person'

A business owner who was well-known in Northern Westchester is being remembered for always coming to the aid of those in need. 

Ossining resident Dolores Frustace, also known as "Miss Dee."

Ossining resident Dolores Frustace, also known as "Miss Dee."

Photo Credit: Dorsey Funeral Home Inc.

Ossining resident Dolores Frustace, also known as "Miss Dee," died on Sunday, Oct. 15 at the age of 80, according to her obituary. 

Over the years, Frustace became a fixture of her community by owning her gift shop, “The Village Emporium," located on Main Street. She also later co-owned the Hudson Pharmacy in downtown Ossining, her obituary said.

Her loved ones remembered her as someone who was quick to help others. 

"Dee was a wonderful person who was always there when needed. She had many friends and was a well-loved community member in Ossining for her entire life," her obituary said.

Frustace is survived by her husband, John W. Frustace, Jr.; her two sons, John W. Frustace, III, and Frank S. Frustace; her daughter-in-laws Jennifer Ann Frustace and Lorraine Frustace; her four grandchildren, John, Michael, Aidan, and Logan; her sister, June Ferrusi; and sister-in-law, Helen Frustace. 

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, Oct. 19 from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the Dorsey Funeral Home in Ossining at 14 Emwilton Pl. A memorial funeral Mass will then be held on Friday, Oct. 20 at 11 a.m. at St. Augustine’s Church in Ossining at 381 North Highland Ave. 

Frustace's full obituary can be read by clicking here.

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