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WEDNESDAY, MAY 20, 1998
KERN VALLEY SUN
OBITUARIES
Doris Maxine Carroll
Graveside services were held Thursday, May 14, 1998, at 1 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Cemetery for Maxine Carroll. Officiating was Pastor John Carpenter of the Kernville United Methodist Church. Mrs. Carroll was born June 30, 1917, in Crandall, Texas, and passed away May 11, 1998, in Bakers- field, after a long illness.
Maxine was a resident of the Kern River Valley for 23 years. She loved to fish and hunt for arrowheads. She was a loving and caring person and a be- loved mother and grandmother and great-grandmother.
She is survived by her daughter Patricia Carroll of Bodfish; and granddaughter and husband, Tammy and Samuel Feemster of Bodfish; and great-grandsons, John Wayne Feemster of Bodfish; and John Lee DeVicariis of Lake Isabella; and a sister, Marion Hurt of Texas. She will be missed by all.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Beverly Jane Crawford
Private arrangements were made for Beverly Jane Crawford who passed away May 12, 1998, after a long ill- ness. Mrs. Crawford was born July 24, 1927, in Los Angeles and was a resident of the Kern River Valley for 20 years. She was a member of the Clan Dig- gers and enjoyed fishing and crafts.
She is survived by her hus- band of 51 years, Robert Crawford, of Lake Isabella; daughter and son-in-law, Sharon and Art Wehrman, of Thousand Oaks; daughter, Carol Beaver, of Mountain Mesa; three grandchildren, Michelle, Will and Bobbie Jo. Mrs. Crawford is also survived by her brother, Kenneth Lindhardt, of San Diego; and sister-in-law, Barbara Finnegan, of Van Nuys; and nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Kern Val- ley Hospital.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Larry Shores
Larry Shores entered life on March 6, 1942, in the city of Bell, Calif. to his parents, Wilbur and Jesse. He was raised in Southern California. After com- pleting school, Larry became interested in the field of heavy machinery, later becoming a mill wright for United Riggers. During this time, Larry met Marsha Jo Wellman, the love of his life and his future wife.
After 32 years of working, Larry and Marsha settled down and retired to Weldon, where they put down roots and made a new home after leaving Long Beach. A short time later, Larry's mom, Jesse, fell ill. He made the decision to bring her home, where he and Marsha faithfully cared for her until the twilight of her life. Jesse passed away at home in January of 1997. This had a profound ef- fect on Larry, but he learned that it was time to move on and continue life with his loving wife and family.
For the next year or so, Larry, Marsha and the family grew close, drawing strength from one another. But on April 30, 1998, Willard Lawrence "Larry" Shores passed away at home with his loving family.
* Graveside funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 5, 1998, at 2 p.m. at the Kern River Valley Cemetery in Wof- ford Heights, where he is in- terred next to his mom, Jesse. Pastor John Carpenter of the Kernville United Methodist Church officiated.
Larry's time with us here was much too short, but now he is at peace. He has gone home. He is truly missed by all who loved him.
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 2.7, 1998
KERN VALLEY SUN
OBITUARIES
Marlene Thompson
Marlene Alhanati Thompson lost her battle with breast can- cer early in the morning of May 9, 1998. She was born on Feb. 21, 1932, in St. Paul, Minn. Her early childhood was unique, growing up in a communal home formed by three broth- ers who had married three sis- ters. The families moved to California in 1943, continuing the communal living arrange- ment for a few years. Perhaps this explains Marlene's treat- ing the whole as her family. Marlene's eternal optimism and zest for life (not to mention the many practical jokes played on unsuspecting family members) made her a very special friend to the many who knew her. Marlene cast a wide blanket of sunshine around her sharing her love and affection with ev- eryone she met - a love that was often returned tenfold.
She attended Los Angeles City College and the Brymar School of Dentistry. Marlene worked as an administrator in the Los Angeles School sys- tem for several years, and for the last 15 years before retire- ment, as a real estate agent. She moved to Squirrel Valley five years ago when her hus- band retired. After retirement, Marlene loved travelling nation- ally to duplicate bridge tourna- ments. Her primary passions were of course family and lend- ing a helping hand to anyone in need - friends and strangers alike.
Marlene is survived by her husband, Robert, of Squirrel Valley; her sons, Mark (and his wife Laura), Craig and Bruce of Culver City; grandchildren, Heather and Steven; and by her brother and sister-in-law, Dick and Peggy Roast, of Van Nuys.
Rest in peace, Marlene, you will always be in our hearts!
Elmer Sabers
Elmer Sabers was born Oct. 16, 1908 in Salem, S.D., and he passed away May 18, 1998.
He attended St. Mary's School. For a number of years he helped his father farm. In the 30's, he went to North Da- kota to work. There he met and married Florence Haugen on Nov. 27, 1937. He lived alter- nately in South Dakota, North Dakota and California. He was into farming, restaurant busi- ness and grocery business which he owned and operated
from time to time. He and his wife lived in Southern Califor- nia for a number of years be- fore coming to Lake Isabella. He was a resident here in the Kern Valley for 27 years. He loved fishing, playing cards, shuffleboard and having friends over for a dinner.
Elmer was preceded in death by his wife, Florence; his father and mother; brothers, Alfred, Edgar, Gilbert, Gerald; sisters, Muriel Gstohl, Elvira Herting, Esther Mentele, Liona Sabers; brothers-in-law, Al Mentele, Lowell Herting, Carl Koepke, Rodnic Olson, Lyle Brenna; sister-in-law, Tillie Sabers.
He is survived by two broth- ers and one sister, Melvin Sa- bers and wife, Ida, of Salem, S.D .; Willard Sabers and wife, Ruth, of Sun City, Calif .; Marcella Koepke of Spencer, S.D .; a number of in-laws, Madia Olson of Stockton; Ruth Brenna, of Ventralia, Wash .; Janet and Carl Nelson, of Faulkton, S.D .; Joe and Dana Haugen of Ventura; Herman Gstohl of Salem, S.D .; Lucille Sabers of Lake Isabella; and a number of nieces and neph- ews.
Elmer passed away on May 18, 1998, in Bakersfield at Pleasant Care Convalescent Hospital where he was a resi- dent for the last few years. A memorial mass was said for him at St. Jude's Church in Wofford Heights on May 22 at 10 a.m. Father Gilbert Mayer officiating. Interment followed at Kern Valley Cemetery.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 1998
Vernon Orville Nelson
Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 2, 1998 at 11 a.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Mountain Mesa for Vernon Orville Nelson. Officiating was Bishop Sam Beckham. Mr. Nelson was born Sept. 21, 1914 in Brigham City, Utah and passed away on May 28, 1998 in Mountain Mesa.
He was a resident of the Kern Valley for 25 years, and enjoyed fishing, hunting and traveling. He was a member of the Church of Christ of Latter Day Saints, and a member of the UAW and the Dam Danc- ers.
Mr. Nelson was a wonderful father and he is survived by his daughter, Arlene Nelson, of Lake Isabella; son and daugh- ter-in-law, Lloyd and Nancy Nelson, of Weldon; daughter, Judy Nelson, of San Pedro; son, John Nelson, of Lake Isa- bella; and stepdaughter, Shirley Penland, of Santa Bar- bara. Also surviving are his brother Paul Nelson and sis- ters, Lola Stewart and Thelma Nelson, all of Utah; 18 grand-
- children; . 26 great-grandchil- dren and two great-great- grandchildren; and close com- , panion, Ardene Hotchkiss. He will be missed by all.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Montie Montana
Cowboy celebrity and fre- quent Kern Valley visitor Montie Montana died May 20, 1998 in Los Angeles from com- plications following a series of strokes. He was 87.
Veteran of more than 60 Rose Parades, and a legend- ary roping artist, Montana per- formed and rode in several Whiskey Flat Days Parade. He was a good friend of retired policeman and author Lynn Franklin, of Squirrel Valley. "Montie was known and will be missed by many old timers here in the valley," he said. "He was planning to be here with us this year, however, weather and health problems got in the way."
Montana was also a noted film presence, with appear- ances in several John Wayne films; he was considered one of a dying breed of authentic cowboys hired by Hollywood in the 1920s and 1930s - during the Western film hey- day -for their roping and riding talents.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 1998
Raymond Chavez
Raymond Chavez was born Dec. 13, 1918 in New Mexico and passed away May 16, 1998, at the hospital. He was 79
He was a resident of Moun- tain Mesa for 15 years. He was a member of the V.F.W.
Mr. Chavez will truly be missed by his loving friends, Lavon Babylon of Mountain Mesa; David Rodie, of San Pedro; and his nephews, Fred Chavez, of Hardin, Mont .; and Dave Chavez, of New Ply- mouth, Idaho.
Edna Lois Townsend
Edna Lois Townsend, age 61, passed away at her resi- dence in Weldon on May 26, 1998. A graveside service was held in the Municipal Cemetery in Grand Junction, Colo., on Saturday, May 30, 1998 at 10 a.m. She was a retail clerk at a grocery store for 20 years.
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Mrs. Townsend is survived by her husband, Ernie Townsend of Weldon; her mother, Edith Nelson, of Delta, Colo .; her two daughters, Cathy Staggs and Sheri Neal, both of California; and her son, William Satterfield of Ohio; sis- ters, Dorothy Thomas and Shirley Williams, both of Grand Junction, Colo .;. Mary Ann Flynn of Delta, Colo .; five grandchildren and one great- grandchild.
Roy D. Shaw
Visitation was held on Tues- day, June 2, 1998, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Valley Mortu- ary for Roy Dallas Shaw, age 75, of Weldon. Private inter- ment followed. Mr. Shaw was born on May 24, 1923, in Mus- sel Shoal, Mont., and passed away in Ridgecrest on May 28, 1998.
He was a Kern River Valley resident for 20 years and was active in various conservation projects. He was a member of the Kern River Preserve, the National Audobon Society and the Ridgecrest Astronomy Club. Mr. Shaw also enjoyed photography and sporting events at the high school and always brought his pictures of the previous game to share with everyone. He also did na- ture photography in Weldon and had some of his photos placed in local magazines.
Mr. Shaw is survived by his son,' Robert Shaw, of Ridgecrest; his daughter and son-in-law, Carol and John Weghorst, of Weldon; a sister, Hazel Brown, of Eugene, Ore .; a brother, Clyde Shaw, of Se- attle, Wash .; and a grand- daughter, Tara Quint, of Wel- don.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary, Lake Isabella.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 1998
James Junior Thomas
Services were held on June 3, 1998, at Valley Mortuary Chapel for James Junior Tho- mas who passed away in Mountain Mesa on May 31, 1998. Officiating were Pastor Carlos Fandino and the VFW Post #7665. Originally from Simole, Okla., James was born Aug. 2, 1943, and graduated from North High School in Bakerfield.
He worked 14 years for the Marathon Oil Company before retiring. He was in the service from 1969 through 1972. James was stationed in Ger- many during some of this time. He was a life member in the V.F.W. Being a back country horsemanjn California, James enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding. He also used to race motorcycles.
James was always ready to lend a helping hand to all and never knew a stranger. He will be missed by his wife, Patty, of 11 years; son, Kent Thomas, of Bakersfield; son, Tate Nagle, of Kernville; son, Tim Nagle, of Kernville; brother, Jerry Tho- mas, of Bakersfield; sisters, Wanda Bamgardner, Nadine Decker, and Jackie Thomas, all of Bakersfield; his mother, Molly Thomas, also of Bakers- field; and eight nieces and nephews.
Arrangements made by Val- ley Mortuary.
Gordon Carroll Carlton
Graveside services were held Friday, June 5, 1998 at 11 a.m. at the Kern River Valley Cemetery for Gordon Carroll Carlton. Officiating was the VFW Post #7665.
Mr. Carlton was born Feb. 28, 1924 in Shelville, Tenn., and passed away May 31, 1998, in Mountain Mesa. He served in the U.S. Navy on the U:S. Air Saratoga. He was a professional ice skater and skated with Sonja Henie in 1947. He worked as a line man for 22 years at China Lake before retiring. He lived in the Kern Valley for 35 years and was a member of the Masons
Lodge #872 F. & A.M. Mr. Carlton also enjoyed fishing and hunting.
He was one of 11 children and is survived by his sisters, Margaret Haley and Clara Veach; brother, Ernest Carlton, all of Tennessee; his daugh- ter, Christine Hodan, of Run- ning Springs, Calif .; and his very dear friends, Jeff and Darlene Robinson, of Weldon.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 1998
Annie Fisher Ford
Private arrangements were made for Annie Fisher Ford who passed away June 4, 1998, in Mountain Mesa. She was born March 16, 1916, in New York City, New York, and was a resident of the Kern River Valley for 30 years. She was the owner and manager of Reed and Annie's Duck Blind Tavern in Lake Isabella and also was a seamstress and did alterations for many in the val- ley. She was also a member of the Lake Isabella Chamber of Commerce.
Annie is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Pat and Larry John, of Riverside; sisters, Elsie Wagner, of Canoga Park, Calif .; and Car- rie Rengstl of Florida; brother, Rudy Will, of Newhall; five grandchildren and five great- grandchildren.
Arrangements by Valley Mortuary.
Russell A. Anderson
Services were will be held Saturday, June 20, 1998, at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church in · Kernville for Russell A. Anderson, age 73. Officiating was Pastor Dick Lewis.
Mr. Anderson was born in Chicago, Ill., on July 25, 1924, and passed away at his home in Lancaster on May 28, 1998. He was a World War II veteran - of the 8th Air Force. He was a resident of Wofford Heights for 20 years. He was a member of the Masonic Lodge.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Geneva Anderson; daughter, Sharon Miller, of San Jose; daughter, Barbara Murphy, of Rosamond; seven grandchildren and 18 great- grandchildren.
Pearl "Peggy J." Wobermin
Peggy J. Wobermin was born in Staples, Minn. She came to California during World War II and worked at Lockheed Aircraft in Burbank, where she met and married Walter Wobermin.
They resided in Los Ange- les area for many years. Upon retirement in 1973, they moved to Lake Isabella where they lived for the past 25 years. She celebrated 49 years, lacking 12 days, of marriage. Peggy passed away on Saturday, May 30, 1998, in Bodfish area of Lake Isabella when God called her home.
Peggy is survived by her ·husband, Walter; his daugh- 'ter, Joyce Olsen, and five sur- viving sisters and their fami- lies.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 1998
Louie Adames
A celebration of Louie Adames' life was held at 11 . a.m. on Thursday, June 11th, 1998 at Mountain View South- ern Baptist Church, 2959 Ersk- ine Cr. Rd.
Louie, 92, loved life and en- joyed it to its fullest. He was a very pleasant and fun-loving person, who brightened the life of everyone he came in con- tact with.
A native of Mexico, Louie immigrated to the United States at the age of three. Later on, after his early adult years in the San Fernando Valley, he joined the United States Army, serv- ing during World War II.
After a brief stint in the army, he returned to the S.F. Valley, and worked for the Los Ange- les County Flood Control Dis- trict. After 21 years of service, he retired in 1968. Upon retire- ment, he moved to Lake Isa- bella with his wife Laverne. Together they traveled throughout the United States and Canada, looking for the best camping and fishing spots around!
After his wife Laverne's passing in 1988, Louie stayed close to home in Lake Isabella, enjoying the remainder of his years with his numerous friends.
Louie is survived by his daughter Mary Lou Duarte, his grandchildren Rose Marie Pierce, Anna Fossett and hus- band Ken, grandson Robert, granddaughter Denise, great- granddaughter Mary Angela · Fossett, as well as his closest and loving friends, Andy and Arla Gibson.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Louie's name can be made to the American Cancer Soci- ety.
Louie should be remem- bered for his enjoyment of life; he loved people, his family, and traveling. No matter where he was, though, he brightened the life of each and every per- son he came in contact with.
Pat Henson
Pat Henson was born in Marion, Ill., on April 16, 1911 and died on June 9, 1998, at the Devonshire Care Center in Hemet, Calif. He was 87 years of age.
Before moving to Hemet in January of 1995, Pat and his wife, Madeline, lived on Chism Trail in Onyx for 22 years.
Pat is survived by his wife, Madeline, of 63 years; daugh- ter Patsy Friend of Hemet; grand daughters, Lee Anne Adams and her husband Neal of Hemet and Michelle Haubrick and her husband Jim of Corona; Great grandsons Glen Baeckel, Bradley Baeckel and Jeffrey Baeckel, all of Hemet; great grand daughter Jenna Marie Haubrick of Co- rona.
A service was held on Fri- day, June 12, at the Miller- Jones Mortuary in Hemet at 4:30 p.m. with the Rev. Howard Brown of the Winchester Com- munity United Methodist Church officiating.
Madeline Henson was a member of the Weldon United Methodist church for many years and was very active in all church affairs.
Genevieve Beatrice Cross
Genevieve (Trudy) Cross, age 89, died June 10, 1998 in Basye, Va., after an extended illness.
Genevieve was born to Mary and George Woodward on January 9, 1909 in Truckee, Calif. She and her four broth- ers spent their childhood in the town of Winnemucca, Nev. and on a family owned cattle ranch in northwestern Nevada.
Mrs. Cross and her husband, Clifford Cross, made their home in the Kern River Valley for nearly sixty years. In 1992 they moved to Toms Brook, Va. to live with their daughter and son- in-law, Patti and Rod Bankson.
Trudy retired from the U.S. Postal Service in Wofford Heights, in 1977. She was an accomplished artist and had a great zest for life, even in her most recent days. She was a former member of St. Jude Catholic Church in Wofford Heights and a member of St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Woodstock, Va.
Survivors include her daugh- ters, Patricia Bankson of Basye, Va., June Frakes of Belleville, Ill. five grandchildren and six great grandchildren. Her son, Clifford Allen Cross, of Myrtle Creek, Ore. preceded her in death in 1985. Her hus- band Clifford Lyman Cross, died in 1994 in Toms Brook, Va.
The Reverend Robert Ruskamp conducted a Memo- rial Mass at St. John Bosco Catholic Church in Woodstock, Va. June 11, 1998. Burial was in the Kern River Valley Cem- etery, Wofford Heights.
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Charles Fulton Phillips
Charles Fulton Phillips was born on January 3rd, 1929, in Dunn, North Carolina to his parents Garland and Lessie Phillips. At the age of 17, Chuck entered the United States Navy and proudly served his country for the next four years. After his military service, he worked in the construction field. As a car- penter he had a special talent for finish work, and will be re- membered as a very compe- tent building supervisor. He also kept busy working side jobs, one as an ambulance driver at the old Lyon's Drag Strip.
Charles loved to hunt and fish often traveling to Colorado for the big one. After acquiring a set of elk eye teeth he crafted a ring with one of the teeth setting it in gold. It is a beautiful work of art. The other tooth went to his daughter who also had a ring made. He also loved to cook his catch of fresh caught fish for friends and family, a treat that is sure to be missed by all who had the pleasure of tasting one of Chuck's special- ties.
Chuck's quiet manner and quick wit, along with his great integrity, endeared him to all who had the privilege of com- ing in contact with him. His quiet behind the scenes com- passion caused him to be God's instruments to aid those in need whether it was in a material way, or even in a financial one. Those in need usually never knew from where their help came, as Chuck was also a modest man, who didn't feel recognition for the things he did was necessary.
Chuck was very sick in the last few months of his very special life, yet never complain- ing, he was always there to help in whatever he was yet still able to do.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 1998
Chuck left us to bear our burdens on June 8, 1998.
On June 3rd, 1972 he mar- ried the love of his life Karyen, who stayed by his side and ministered to him in all his. needs, especially in the last few months when he was so gravely ill. She has not only lost her husband, but her "best friend has also gone to another mountain." Chuck's children, sons, Michael, Billy, and Joe, along with daughters, Sharon, Linda, and April, are also left with a great void in their lives. Chuck also leaves to grieve for him his wonderful grandchil- dren of which there are 22, with 7 great grandchildren, and of course his loving companion . 'Precious."
Services were held at the Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Lake Isabella, on Thursday, June 11th, at 2 p.m. Pastor Mike Ireland officiated. Inurnment will be private at a later date.
May all who are in sorrow and grieving for Chuck please take comfort in Jesus' words at Matt. 11:28-30
"Come to me all who are toilling and loaded down, and I will refresh you. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am mild tempered and lowly in heart, and you will find refreshment for your souls, for my yoke is kindly and my load is light."
Arrangements by Lake Isa- bella Funeral Home.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 1998
Paul Kenneth Little
Loved son, step son, brother, husband and father.
Paul died suddenly May 17, 1998 in Atlanta, Georgia. He is survived by his wife Tamara and son David of Atlanta; par- ents Ted and Robin Little of Kernville and Henry and Marilyn Shott of Oakland; sis- ter Kristine Preston and family of Valley Center; brothers Ted and family of Oakland, Jon and family of Kernville. Step sisters and brothers will also miss Paul.
Paul was a loving, gentle, creative man. Loyal and caring of his family, a sweet smile and knowledge beyond his years.
"When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight."
-- Kahlil Gibran, "The Prophet."
The family of Paul Little would like to thank friends and . neighbors for their words of comfort following Paul's death. Kindness has made this sad journey less painful.
Ted, Robin, Jon, Jenny and Davis Little T
Ira Odell Fitzgerald
A graveside service was held Friday June 12, 1998 at 10 a.m. at the Kern River Valley Cemetery in Wofford Heights for Ira Odell Fitzgerald of Wof-, ford Heights. Officiating was Rev. Albert Terwilliger of the Community Church of Dunlap Acres.
Ira was born June 4, 1910 in North Carolina and died June 6, 1998 in Bakersfield. He was 88 years old. Ira retired from Rocketdyne Corp. as an aero- space technician after 25 years of service. He was a Mason, a Shriner, Elk, and Moose, and a 25 year resident of the Kern River Valley.
Ira is survivied by his wife of 11 years Oma Fitzgerald of Wofford Heights, step daugh- ters Linda . Espe of Wofford Heights, Jean Donnelly of West Hills, Anita Carrington of Wash- ington, step son William B. Reynolds of Wofford Heights, 8 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren.
Arrangements by Ridgecrest Mortuary.
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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 1998
Dorothy Myers
Dorothy Myers was born in El Paso, Texas on March 26, 1913 and returned to her home in heaven on June 17, 1998. Dorothy died at the age of 85 after a brief illness. She re- sided in La Crescenta and in Bodfish for most of her life. Dorothy's life was based on the love of her church, devo- tion to her children and grand- children, and her service to God. She was a member of the St. James the Less Women's Club and belonged to the Third Order of Mary. Dorothy's ef- forts in support of St. James the Less Church in La Crescenta included consider- able fund raising projects that culminated in a new convent building and transportation ser- vices for the nuns. She was also a generous contributor to the Trappist Monastery.
Many of the parishioners of her church will remember Dorothy's "Taco Booth" where she worked so tirelessly every year as part of the St. James the Less Jamboree, an annual fund raising event.
As a young mother, Dorothy took pleasure in sewing clothes for her little girls. She enjoyed bowling, feeding the wild birds, and taking care of her cats and dogs. One of the most trea- sured moments of Dorothy's life was a trip to the Vatican where she received a personal blessing from the Pope.
Dorothy was an inspiration and a joy to all who knew her. She loved to laugh, to cook, and to sing. She was selfless in her dedication to her family. Her children say that Dorothy's strength, courage, and faith in God in times of adversity acted as a moral compass that con- tinues to guide their charac- ters. She will be sorely missed by all those whose lives she touched.
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