Our families started a friendship during the brief time we were neighbors that has lasted through life's many changes. When I was in kindergarten, Dottie would see the bus drop me off about lunchtime. She would bring her own lunch, walk across our adjoining yards and sit with my mom and me as I told them both all about my morning at school. That made me feel so grown up, like I was one of the ladies having lunch together.

I know my parents Joan and Phil have many fond memories with Dottie and family. We will miss her.

Ginny Allen Bussey

Dottie was my sister-in-law for over 45 years, the relationship lasted long after John (my husband, her brother-in-law) passed away and I think the bond grew stronger over the years.

I treasure our many phone calls and our last visit to Pennsylvania, when Tony and I stayed with Dottie and Debbie for a few days.

Tony, Scott, and Ericka, as well as myself express our deepest condolences to the family. We are sadden and will miss her.