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Dorothy Elsner Obituary
Dorothy Jean Elsner, known affectionately as Dort, passed away on August 1st, 2023, at the age of 73 in Kettering, Ohio. She was born on December 31st, 1949, in Burkettsville, Ohio, to Cordula and Norbert Schmitz. Dort was preceded in death by her parents and her sibling, Doris.
Dort was a remarkable woman who touched the lives of many. She was a caring and devoted wife to her husband, Frank, a loving mother to her two sons, Michael (Jennifer) and Joseph along with her daughter in law Jennifer. Dort cherished her role as a grandmother and took great joy in spending time with her grandsons, William, Ian, and Curtis. Dort is also survived by her siblings Diana (Ken), Betty (Terry), Robert (Jane), Donald (Maureen), Mary (Mike), Larry (Becky), Carolyn (David), and Theresa (Chris). Dort enjoyed being a treasured and "favorite" aunt to all of her nieces and nephews, and a kind-hearted friend to many. Her compassionate nature and warm heart will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
To honor Dort's life and legacy, visiting hours will be held at 10am on August 18th at Saint Francis of Assisi Roman Catholic Church in Centerville, Ohio with a memorial service to follow at 11am. The memorial service will also be live streamed at sfacc.org. Following the service, there will be a brief luncheon for family and friends to gather and celebrate Dort's life. It will be a time to share stories, memories, and find solace in each other's company as we remember the beautiful soul that Dort was.
Dort Elsner will forever remain in the hearts of her loved ones. May her gentle spirit find eternal peace, and may her memory be a source of comfort and inspiration to all whose lives she touched.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Elsner
Judge P. Lunt & family
August 18, 2023
You were always great to work with and so very helpful at the Boot Camp sessions.
Rest in peace my friend.
Daisy Coleman family
August 17, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the family of Dort Elsner.
Daisy Coleman & family
August 17, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We are sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the family.
Arlen Keller
August 17, 2023
Dort always made people feel welcomed. Her smile will be missed.
Scott Weyburn
August 17, 2023
Dort was always so easy to work with and a truly sincere individual. Our prayers go out to her family during this time.
Cathy Crawford
August 17, 2023
Dort added cheer to the room wherever I saw her. She made me feel welcomed and appreciated.
chris hayes
August 17, 2023
I did not know Dort well, but she was one of the first people at Eagle to truly make me feel welcome. She was always a smiling face or voice on the phone. My condolences to her entire family and circle of friends.
Jean Cofield-Shepherd
August 15, 2023
I met Dort in the early 70's at Reynolds & Reynolds. Dort was very funny with her quick wit and would always find ways to make the job more fun than work. I will always remember her as a sweet and kind soul that was "real". Sending prayers to her family and friends. Jean Cofield-Shepherd
April Leonard
August 14, 2023
There are so many great things to be said about Dort! She was certainly one of a kind and I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to cross her path in life. I met Dort starting at EAGLE and she greeted everyone with a smile on her face! I had many great laughs with her; almost daily. The office was never the same after she retired! Many of my stories with Dort warrant a head shaking and an 'Oh, Dort', LOL. She had a great way of making feel comfortable, or uncomfortable with her bluntness. She was an absolute hoot! She loved many and loved hard. Heaven gained one wild angel. Love always, and miss you Dort.
Greg & Irene Bogosta
August 13, 2023
Diana, Ken, Betty, Terry, Mary and Mike,
Irene and I are so sorry to hear about Dort's passing. Whenever we were back in Centerville to visit our daughter, we would always go to Saturday mass at St Francis. I would always look for her. What a great person and someone we both could call a friend
Greg
Doug Pilgrim
August 9, 2023
I worked with Dort for many many years at Reynolds .
Great worker and a great friend. She will be missed.
Doug Pilgrim
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