Later Years
In 1728, William Burnet became governor, with Dummer continuing as lieutenant governor. When Burnet died suddenly of a stroke on September 7, 1729, Dummer resumed acting as governor and commander-in-chief. He remained in office until June 11, 1730, when he retired at the age of 53.
He remained, apparently quietly, in private life for many years until his death in 1761. He died at his home in Newbury on October 10, 1761, and was interred in Boston's Granary Burying Ground six days later.
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