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Dorothy Appleby Obituary
Dorothy was born in Athabasca on June 17, 1930 to Bryce and Mary Minns. She grew up on the Minns farm in South Athabasca, and spent nearly her entire life in the Athabasca area. She married Frank in 1959 and they lived in town for many years, and then relocated to a farm near the present Multiplex, where they lived until moving into a condo in Athabasca in 2011. They also spent many wonderful summers at their cabin at Baptiste Lake. Dorothy spent her last few months in Edmonton where she could receive the care she needed and be near family.
She is survived and mourned by her step son Brian (Liz); grandchildren Erin (Mauricio) Echeverria and Kevin (Lauren) Appleby; four great grandchildren Lucas and Sofia Echeverria, and Eleanor Dorothy (Ellie) and Sadie Appleby; as well as her brother Ken Minns and his children Gerry, Dawn, Ralph, Sandra, and Rob and their families; and nieces Lori Ames and Wendy Appleby and their families. She was adored as "Ma" to Brian and his family, and as "Aunt Dot" to all her nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her husband Frank; her parents; and her brothers Jim and Allan.
Dorothy trained as an X-Ray technician and worked at the Athabasca hospital for many years. When Frank entered politics, Dorothy embraced the life of an MLA's wife. She accompanied Frank on the campaign trail and was at his side for many events, from 90th birthday parties for local seniors to state dinners at Government House. Later she assisted Frank in performing nearly 300 weddings in his role as marriage commissioner. Dorothy was a faithful and valued member of both the Anglican Church and the Athabasca Lion's Club, and organized local blood drives for many years.
A memorial service will be held at All Saints Anglican Church in Athabasca on Saturday, March 11, 2017 at 1:00 pm.
Those wishing to make a donation in Dorothy's memory should send it to the St. Albans Memorial Fund, c/o Rhonda Guay, Box 2048, Athabasca AB, T9S 2B6.
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Appleby
10 Entries
Janet Kiist (McLevin)
March 20, 2017
Brian. Just want to send you my sympathies and let you know that I am thinking of you and your family. Your Ma always had a smile for everyone and was definitely a person to be remembered for her positive comments.
Bruce Cleveley
March 11, 2017
App, Liz and family,
We are saddened to hear of your Ma's passing, Brian. Brenda and I send you our condolences.
March 11, 2017
Brain....My condolences to you and your family. I first met your Ma in 1959 when your Dad was our coach in little leaque baseball......Albert Katona Athabasca AB.
Al Loxam
March 9, 2017
My condolences to Brian, his family, and all of the Appleby & Minns families.
Deanna Kempster
March 8, 2017
My sympathy to you and family on the loss of your Ma. I remember her as having a delightful laugh.
John Law
March 6, 2017
Brian, I was so sorry to learn of your loss. My sincere condolences to you and your family. God bless you all.
John
Gail Leicht
March 6, 2017
Sending our deepest condolences on Dorothy's passing. She was a lovely lady and will be greatly missed. The Leicht Family
Arnie Loxam
March 6, 2017
My condolences to you and your family, Brian. I have many good memories of your mother and the time spent at your place after school.
March 6, 2017
Brian & Family:
So sorry to hear of your recent loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Gale & Eileen Barber (nee Barrett)
Marlene Schinkinger/Stevenson
March 2, 2017
We send our deepest sympathy to the Appleby and Minns families in the passing of Dorothy. May you keep your memories of Dorothy close to your heart.
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