Dorothy Mae Sutherland
May 22, 1926 - August 17, 2018
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MADISON/McFARLAND- Dorothy Sutherland, age 92, went to be at peace with the Lord on Friday, Aug. 17, 2018. She was born May 22, 1926, in Wonewoc, Wis., and grew up in Mauston. On July 2, 1946, she married Marvin Erickson and they resided in Elroy with their children, Debra and Jon until 1960. They moved to Madison and five years later Marvin passed away. Dorothy met A.J. (Jack) Sutherland and they were married on Oct. 25, 1970. Both Marv and Jack were wonderful husbands, fathers and dancing partners - dancing being one of Dorothy’s favorite activities. Dorothy worked in retail women’s clothing and became a personal shopper for many stylish ladies in Madison. She herself was an exceptionally classy lady. In addition to being a devoted mother to her children, she was a loyal and loving caregiver to anyone who needed help. If you gave Dorothy a box of candy, you could be sure it would all be shared with everyone else – she might not even get a piece! She will be missed by all. Dorothy was the matriarch of a blended family, to include her daughter, Debra (Harlan) Hettrick, Jack (Andrea) Sutherland, Joyce Mullarkey, and “special son” Michael (Lisa) Peloquin. She is further survived by nieces and nephews, including Sandy Schenkat, Randy Schenkat, Susan (Winston) Beahm, Karen (Ron) Reineck and Dan (Marge) Burke, and leaves behind many grandchildren, including Christine Hettrick, Angela Sutherland, Chad Sutherland and great grandson, Maverick Steppe. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin in 1965; husband, Jack in 1995; and her son, Jon, in 2011; her parents, John and Jessie Ott; her sisters, Frances and Arlene; special sister-in-law, Ruth Sutherland; and many close friends. Special thanks to Dr. Al Musa, SSM Palliative Care Nurses, SSM Hospice Staff and the loving and caring staff at McFarland Villa and all the loving family members and friends who visited her. A private celebration of Dorothy’s life will be held in the near future. Memorials may be made to McFarland Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Sandy Schenkat
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The best aunt in the world. I will miss Dorothy, but know she is in heaven. She was a beautiful lady inside and out. She was a great example of a good hearted person.,She cared and shared with all she knew. RIP, to my wonderful aunt.
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D'neece Hettrick
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Dorothy was no doubt one of the most self-aware women I have ever known in my entire life. I have known her for the last 25 years as a member of our extended family. Her heart was always filled with love and gratitude right till the very end. Praise be to God for the life of Dorothy.
-D'neece
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Jack Sutherland
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What can I say about the wonderful woman in my fathers life, who struggled daily for two years watching and advocating for my fathers care as Alzheimers Disease took him slowly from us.
My Daughter summed it up best……
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Sue Wiemer
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Deb and family, so sorry to read of your Moms passing . What a wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you.