Dorothy L. Shiflett
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Dorothy L. Shiflett
Dorothy L. Shiflett, 78, of Charlottesville, Virginia, died Thursday, September 24, 2009, at a local health care facility.
She was born October 17, 1930, the daughter of the late John W. and Dora Wood Marshall. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Charles G. Shiflett; and her sister, Mabel Marshall.
Mrs. Shiflett was employed at the time of her death at The Supply Room Companies where she had worked for 18 years.
She is survived by a son, Charles "Chuck" Shiflett; a sister, Lucille English and her husband, John; two grandchildren, Angela Gay Shifflett and her husband, Jeffrey Page Shifflett and Glen Dale Shiflett and his wife, Kim Frazier-Shiflett; two great-grandchildren, Amber Nicole Frazier-Shiflett and Alexander Neil Shifflett; and her former daughter-in-law, Barbara Heffernan.
Dorothy was a very special "Nannie" to her beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren who will all miss her greatly.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to her good neighbors of 50 years, Steward and Natalie Walton and Shelby and Michael Haigh, long time friends. They would also like to express their appreciation to the staff of The Cedars for their excellent care. To Patsy, Tina and all of the Hospice nurses, we will always be grateful for your loving care.
A funeral service will be conducted 11 a.m. Monday, September 28, 2009, at the Teague Chapel with Dr. Alan Thompson officiating. Interment will follow at Holly Memorial Gardens. There will be a reception at Mount Moriah United Methodist Church in White Hall, Virginia following the interment.
The family will receive friends from 4 until 5 p.m. Sunday, September 27, 2009, at Teague Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Piedmont, 675 Peter Jefferson Parkway, Suite 300, Charlottesville, Virginia 22911.
Friends may sign the guest register at teaguefuneralhome.com.
This obituary was originally published in the Daily Progress.
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Barbara Richards
September 29, 2009
Even though I never "met" Dot, I have worked with her for the past 18 years. I am employed with the UVA system and I knew I could always count on her for help. She knew her products at the Supply Room and was alwys kind and helpful. I will miss her warm voice and quiet way. She was very special and I know her family will miss her very much.
Charlotte Burton
September 27, 2009
It was a pleasure to know Dot having worked with her at The Supply Room Companies for three years. She had such a kind and gentle spirit. The love I witness between her and Garwood was beautiful. It was an honor to call Dot not only my co worker but a friend.
September 26, 2009
You all will always be in my thoughts and prayers. I have worked with Dot for 18 years & I will miss her so much. She was my best friend and I could talk to her about anything, she was always there for me and now that she is gone, I know she will still be there to help me lead the way.
Love Always,
Shelby and Mike
michele
September 26, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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