Dorothy Virginia Baltes
August 21, 1927 - September 07, 2020
Obituary
MADISON - 1 Corinthians 10:24 - "Let no one seek their own good, but the good of their neighbor." Whether she was hostessing at Hoffman House, working with life-long friends at Capital Supply Company, teaching Sunday School at Zion Lutheran Church, chairing the East High School class of 1945 Reunion Committee, or being a confidant and inspiration to her countless friends, Dorothy Baltes lived a life caring about her neighbor over herself. Her life at Oakwood Village East quickly became her new "project" - befriending all newcomers, helping current friends ease into their new life in God's hands, and celebrating the world around us. Over 30 children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews have been touched by her optimism and guided by her example of giving. Dorothy passed away on Monday, Sept. 7, 2020.
In accordance with COVID-19 restrictions, a drive-through visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, from 11 a.m. until 12: 30 p.m. A private funeral service will be held.
Memorials may be made to the Oakwood Foundation - Pastoral Care Fund, 5565 Tancho Drive, Madison, WI 53718. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
Events
Memorial Service
Wed Sep 16, 2020 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Livestream Event • Livestream via webcast, Fitchburg, WI 53711
Visitation
Wed Sep 16, 2020 @ 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Richard P. Olson
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We have enjoyed knowing Dorothy during our nearly 3 years on the same floor with her at Oakwood Village. She was so gracious and welcoming. She was appreciative and affirming of me, sending me little notes when I played my baritone horn for chapel or floor meetings. She kept our bulletin board so neat and up to the minute. While we will miss her, we rejoice in her life of faithful service and love.
Sincerely,
Richard and Mary Ann Olson
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Bill & De Nelson
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Dorothy was one of the great ladies in our life. She will be missed by all her knew her. Our thoughts & prayers go out to all her family at this difficult time. Love, Bill & De Nelson
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Joan
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Dorothy lived her lifer life following the words of our Lord:
Love others as you would love yourself.
Dorothy did exactly that. A great person setting leadership of loving others.. Sincere condolences.
Joan Rubens
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Janet Wagner
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Beth I am so very sorry for the loss of your mother. My sympathy to you and your family. In reading her obituary it is clear where you get your warm welcoming demeanor and smile. Keeping you all in prayer. - Janet Wagner