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Shirley Dorsa Obituary
Oct. 29, 1921 - Jun. 19, 2013
Resident of Saratoga
Longtime resident of Saratoga, CA and ranch partner in the Ruby Dome Ranch in Lamoille, NV. Preceded in death by her beloved husband of 45 years, Steve, and her oldest son Robert of Elko, NV. Shirley is survived by her son Paul, daughter-in-law Linda; grandchildren Steve, Cindy and Denise Dorsa and Susie Sandoz; and four great-grandchildren.
Shirley was an avid bridge player and enjoyed dominoes. She was a former antique dealer at the Antiques Colony in San Jose. She loved to cook and entertain for their wide circle of wonderful friends and family.
A private memorial service will be held in July to celebrate her long, active life. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Shriner's Hospital or Vitas Innovative Hospice Care.
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Susie Sandoz
June 24, 2013
Gram, you will be terribly missed. I love you, Susie
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Paul,Sherry & Nicole Hough
June 22, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to Shirley's family. She was an amazing women that always had us laughing and smiling. We feel blessed to have been part of her beautiful life.We will miss her but know she is at peace.Thank-you,
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