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Dorothy Johnson Obituary
76, of Louisville, passed away Thursday, January 8, 2015.
She was the former Dorothy Downs. Dorothy was a professional wrestler in the 1970s. She was a Baptist by faith.
She was preceded in death by her grandson, Kevin Larsen-Rutherford.
She is survived by her daughter, Debbie Elter (Michael), grandson, Brian Larsen (Kristin), sister Norma Brooks, half brother, Sonny Downs and four great-grandchildren.
Memorial service will be 2 p.m. Friday at Fairdale-McDaniel Funeral Home & Cremation Service 411 Fairdale Road. Family and friends will gather after noon.
Memorial donations may be made to the family in care of the funeral home.
Please visit fairdale-mcdanielkfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Kathy Foreman
January 15, 2015
Debbie, I am so sorry for the loss of your mom. Cherish the memories that you have of your mom. Its so hard loosing our momma. Norma, so sorry about the loss of your sister. I remember as a child her being at your house. You have so many memories to cherish that you all made together. May God be with you all in the days to come. love you both
Kathy Powell
Hornback Family
January 14, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Elaine Martin
January 14, 2015
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Larry & I used to visit Dottie at Parkway Medical,till he passed away a few years ago. She was a delight to visit her.
She is now with Jesus!
Elaine Martin
January 14, 2015
My sympathy to her family. My husband, Larry, & I used to visit Dottie at Parkway Medical center. She was a delight to visit. My husband passed away a few years ago, and I had not seen her recently. I am so sorry for your loss. She is with Jesus!
Elaine Martin
Debbie Elter
January 13, 2015
God Bless you Mom, you will be missed
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