Dorothy McDonald

McDonald, Dorothy Welke MADISON-Dorothy Welke McDonald of Madison, died Thursday, May 14, 2009, in Poynette. She was born in Lime Ridge on April 24, 1920. She was a lifelong Madison east sider. Dorothy Elizabeth Welke McDonald was born with energy, quickness and stamina and lived responsibly, generously and optimistically. She was a professional clerical in government, business and church work. Dorothy volunteered in her church, with the Girl Scouts, at parent/teacher associations, special arts organization, hospitals, Masonic and other charities. She led scout troops, high school P.T.A. and Eastern Star chapters. Dorothy expressed herself through music (piano and dance) and in keeping a gracious home. She married a McDonald sense of humor and surprised all with a love of travel - Montana, Hawaii, Europe. Her zest for life included camping, flying lessons and a red convertible. She taught hard work, joyful play, loyal friendship and giving back all we can; a life well lived. Dorothy is survived by her children, Elizabeth Welke McDonald of Madison, Roberta S. Halverson and son-in-law Michael J. Halverson of Poynette; her grandchildren, Amy E. (Douglas) Johnson and David M. (Elizabeth) Halverson; two great-grandchildren; sister, Virginia Welke Bonner and brother-in-law Bertrand L. Bonner of Madison; brother, Joseph R. Welke and sister-in-law Patricia S. Welke of Red Wing, Minn.; and seven nieces and nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert E. McDonald (1942-1980); parents; and a sister-in-law. A memorial service will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, at 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 23, 2009. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Donations may be made St. Johns Evangelical Lutheran Church, Order of Eastern Star Starlite Chapter or the Waisman Center. Family gratitude to the loving hands and hearts at Caring Hearts Assisted Living in Poynette. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremations Centers 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420 www.gundersonfh.com