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Dolores J. Munsey

1934 - 2015

BORN

1934

DIED

2015

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San Diego State University Hoover High School

Dolores Munsey Obituary

Munsey, Dolores J. 12/05/1934 ~ 01/22/2015 POWAY -- Dolores J. (Murray) Munsey passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 22, 2015 in Poway, California after courageously fighting the effects of a stroke she had 18 months earlier. Dolores was born in St. Louis, Missouri in 1934 but called San Diego County her home for 69 years. She graduated from Hoover High School in San Diego in 1953. In 1956, she married Dr. Cecil Munsey Jr., a fellow educator and professional writer - author. They spent 59 years together and raised their son Cecil III, who is an optician. Dolores worked as a secretary with the California State Board of Equalization for 10 years before enrolling at San Diego State University where she earned a Bachelor's, Degree, a Master's Degree, and several teaching credentials. During her working career, Dolores was a teacher in all K-6 elementary school grades, was a Resource Teacher, and program administrator with San Diego Unified School District until her retirement in 2000. In retirement, she proffered her services for 10 years in the Volunteer Office of Pomerado Hospital in Poway. Dolores is survived by her husband, Cecil; and son, Cecil, both of whom will miss her profoundly. At her request no services will be held.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Feb. 1, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Dolores Munsey

16 Entries

Ferdinand Meyer V

February 21, 2015

Cecil: We are sorry to hear of the passing of Dolores. Though I did not have the opportunity to know both of you together, I suspect she was your anchor. Take care of yourself.

Bill Baab

February 20, 2015

Cecil, June Lowry told me about Dolores' passing. I am sorry that we never met. Please accept my sincere condolences. I have forwarded the obituary to Ferdinand Meyer, who will place it in the FOHBC web site.

Bill Baab, Augusta, Ga.

R. Wayne and June Lowry

February 20, 2015

Glad we had the opportunity to get to know her. Considered her a great friend.

February 9, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of Dolores' passing. She was a wonderful person - and superb educator. Even though we hadn't seen her for many years, our thoughts were always for her - and her family - when we drove through Poway and other times. Our thoughts and condolences are with the family. Love, Barbara & Harry Towler

Debarah Wiggs

February 8, 2015

Dolores was a loyal and very sweet friend to our family. She showed the utmost kindness to my mother and aunt, my sister and me. Her goodness and endearing thoughtfulness will always be cherished. My condolences to her wonderful husband and son.

February 3, 2015

Cecil,

I was so sorry to read of Dolores' passing. My thought and prayers go out to both you and your son.

Sharon Snyder

Margaret Heinzman

February 2, 2015

Dolores was such a wonderful lady and I will miss her very much.

Rosi

February 2, 2015

Delores hired me at Ericson Elementary School, and I will always be grateful. She was a warm and companionate person and was extremely respected by her peers and friends. My sincerest condolence to her family.

February 2, 2015

My thoughts go out to you and your son....wish I had known Delores better but I do remember some interesting times at Loma Portal with you. Still remember the burlap delivered to us for the Hall bulletin boards....loved my time teaching across the hall...hope that brings a smile on your face .Sara Hayes

Erline Berg

February 2, 2015

I was saddened to hear of Delores passing. She was a great mentor for me at Erickson Elementary. My condolences to her entire family.

February 1, 2015

I am so sorry to learn of Dolores passing. She was so wonderful to me we when I came to the Chapter 1 Resource assignment. I remember her as so lovely and kind not only to me but to her schools. I will remember her in my my prayers.You will be missed, Dolores...

Mary Weber

February 1, 2015

Dolores has been one of my closest friends for nearly twenty-five years. She was a warm, gracious, and thoughtful person, a perfectionist who worked very hard to do the best job possible, and someone who gave generously of her time and attention far above the norm. Dolores was a very attractive woman who dressed beautifully and kept her home a showplace. I could continue listing her virtues, but they are already well known to her grieving family and friends. For me, Dolores is irreplaceable.

Genie Brown

February 1, 2015

Dolores offered me a teaching position in the Chapter ! program after I had a 20 year hiatus from the education field. I was most grateful and enjoyed our 10 year professional relationship in this area. she was always extremely supportive of the entire staff and was a great asset to this program. My condolences to her entire family. Genie Brown

Charlotte Collins

February 1, 2015

I knew Dolores from the volunteer office at Pomerado Hospital. She had the sweetest personality & I always enjoyed our conversations. She will be missed terribly.

February 1, 2015

Mr. Munsey, I am sorry to read of your wife's passing. You are one of my Best Teachers of All Time (Silver Gate Elementary 6th grade, 1970), so I am delighted to learn that she was an educator also. I am sure that her students and colleagues benefitted from the same dedication and integrity that you brought to your classroom.
Best regards to you,
Terry Cook

Renee Rowan

February 1, 2015

I had the pleasure of working with Dolores in San Diego, when we were both resource teachers. I later worked with Cecil when I was in Ramona, for SARB cases. Having known both and the love and respect they had for one another, saddens me more to read the news of her death. My deepest condolences to Cecil and the rest of the family, for the loss of such a wonderful person.

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