Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

National Cremation & Burial Society

5641 Highway 90 West

Milton, Florida

DOROTHY APPEL Obituary

Dorothy LaVigna Appel Dorothy LaVigna Appel passed away Thursday, November 17, 2011 at the age of 95. She was the daughter of an Italian clothing designer of LaVigna Coats. She first began work at her father's factory until she passed the Civil Service Test and began work at the Pentagon during WWII. After the war she married Ronald, her life-long neighbor and moved with him to Tampa, where she worked for the US Attorney until retirement. She designed and sewed all her and her daughter's clothing, winning first prize at the county fair each year. Even at the age of 75, she could do a jack-knife off the dock into Mill pond. She was also a renowned cook. She is survived by her two sons, Steven & wife Darlene, Victor & wife Sharon; one daughter, Bonnie Appel Goff & husband Richard; eight grandchildren, including Emily Goff-Dunaway and Rachel Goff and five great grandchildren. From a family of nine children, Dorothy is also survived by her sister Virginia Bradbury and two brothers Richard & Theodore LaVigna. Dorothy's sweet wit will be missed at the Marianna Convalescent Center where she resided her last four years and she will be missed by all who knew her as well.

Published by The Jackson County Floridan on Nov. 23, 2011.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for DOROTHY APPEL

Not sure what to say?





3 Entries

Godspeed Dotty & Family- She was part of the Great Generation!
Chris LaVigna

December 22, 2011

My Mom was the greatest and I will miss her so.
Steven Appel ( oldest son )

November 28, 2011

My condolences to "The Lavigna Appel Family, I hope the thought of Dorothy being in God's Memory and his eagerness for her to be reunited with her family, bring much comfort to your family as it has for me.

Dionne

November 26, 2011

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Make a Donation
in DOROTHY APPEL's name

Memorial Events
for DOROTHY APPEL

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

National Cremation & Burial Society

5641 Highway 90 West, Milton, FL 32583

How to support DOROTHY's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor DOROTHY APPEL's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more