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Dorothy Trimble Obituary
Dorothy went to be with the Lord on Dec. 23, 2009 at her home in Buckeye (Sun City Festival) at the age of 81. Dorothy Kowalsky was born on Dec. 12, 1928 in Rouseville, PA. to Henry J. and Nell Kowalsky. She graduated from Oil City, PA. high school in 1947. She married Russell Trimble on June 25, 1949 and they moved to Denver, CO. to start their life together. They had 3 children while living in Denver. In 1965 they moved to Wenatchee, WA. Dorothy was active in her churches, Lady Lions Club, and activities her children were involved in. She retired as secretary of Blue Cross of WA. & Alaska in 1984. She lived in Wenatchee for 41 years before poor health forced her to move closer to her children in Arizona. Dorothy is survived by her husband Russ of 60 years. Sons; Bill (Claudia), of Buckeye, AZ. Richard (Gail) of Eugene, OR and daughter; Cynthia (Richard) Babst of Whittman, AZ. 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. A celebration of Dorothy's life will be held at the Grace Community Church in Surprise, AZ. on Sat. Jan. 9th at 10:00am. Memorial gifts to honor Dorothy Trimble may be made to the ALS Association of Arizona, 4643 E. Thomas Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018, or the Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phx, AZ 85014-5656.
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January 6, 2010
Dorothy, you were the love of my life. Our 61 years together made me love you even more. We were buddies and always will be.
Your Loving Husband,
Russ
Dick & Cindy Babst
January 3, 2010
We were blessed to have such a fun, caring & loving Mother. Loosing her has left a huge hole in our hearts & lives. Comfort comes knowing she's with our Lord and someday we will be together again. We love & miss you, Mom, more than words can express!!!
Dick & Cindy Babst
January 2, 2010
I can not begin to say enough about my grandma. She was an amazing woman with the biggest heart of pretty much anyone I have ever come in contact with (and I have met a lot of people). I will cherish our times together and the time she was able to spend with her newest great-grand daughter Bella. Grandma, I will forever hold your memory in my heart. God bless you and may you forever live in happiness.
Jenn & Grandma AZ 2009
Jenn Bickler
January 2, 2010
My Grandma was a wonderful woman who loved her family. She loved to garden and cook (and she was a GREAT cook). She had a great sense of humor and I used to look forward to spending a week with her every Summer in Wenatchee while growing up. My daughter Makayla, who shared a Birthday with her Great-Grandma, was always very fond of her.
I have many great memories of my Grandma and I smile when I think of them. I Love & Miss you Grandma but I will see you again someday!
~Jenn (Trimble) Bickler
January 2, 2010
It was my honor and pleasure to be her son. She was such a loving, caring & giving Mother, Mother-in-law, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. I will miss you terribly but I know you are in a better place. Love You, Mom. Dick & Gail
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