Dorothy Elaine Dowell
October 21, 1931 - May 31, 2011
Obituary
Dowell, Dorothy E.
EDGERTON/MADISON-Dorothy Elaine Dowell, age 79, of Edgerton, formerly of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, May 31, 2011 at Edgerton Care Center. She was born on Oct. 21, 1931, in Paoli, the daughter of Walter Casper and Margaret Ann (Mauer) Hefty. She married Thomas Dowellon Jan. 11, 1957 in Belleville. Dorothy worked for the Department of Veteran Affairs for many years. She was an avid reader and loved caring for her grandkids. Dorothy is survived by her son, Michael Dowell; daughter, Margaret Hawley; grandchildren, Tasha Hawley and Marisa Hawley; brother, Rob (Shirley) Hefty; brother-in-law, Jack Wittwer; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brother, Kenny; and sister, Mavis. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 12 p.m. on Friday, June 3, 2011, with the Rev. James Johnson presiding. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Friday.
Cemetery:
Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park
Visitation:
Visitation will be at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Friday.
Service:
Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 12 p.m. on Friday, June 3, 2011, with the Rev. James Johnson presiding.
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Tom Scott
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Mike, Margie, Tasha, and Marisa:
You have been in our hearts, minds, and prayers throughout this very difficult period. Our love and devotion toward each of you is beyond measure. We will cherish and treasure the memory of Aunt Dorothy throughout the remainder of our lives, blistfully remembering her sweet character, loving manner, gentle smile, and enthusiasm for life and family. There is an Irish headstone that reads: "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Tom lived life to the fullest; their legacy resides in the heearts of their children and grandchildren. Their courage and strength are clearly evident in each of you. Emily Dickinson once wrote "Because I could not stop for death, He kindly stopped for me; The carriage held but just ourselves and immortality." Your mother and grandmother took the first step toward immortality. With heartfelt sympathy and eternal love/Tom, Mary Ann, and family
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Michele Blackman
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Margaret, my love and prayers go out to you and your family. The tribute is wonderful! What a nice remembrance.
Love,
Michele
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James Spoerl
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Dear Mike and Family:
So sorry for your loss. We at MMHI are thinking of you and want to express our support for you.
Take care and best wishes.
Jim Spoerl