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Dorothy Dunscomb Obituary

DOROTHY EILEEN DUNSCOMB D. Eileen Dunscomb, a Modesto resident since 1947, passed away quietly on September 26, 2010 at age 90. Eileen was a long-time member of First Baptist Church (now Cross Point Community Church). She was a graduate of UC Berkeley. She taught at Chrysler Elementary School for many years and was a member of the Retired Teacher's Association. She was also a member of the American Association of University Women (Modesto), California Scholarship Federation, Modesto Women's Republican Federation, Serendipity Antique Club, various bridge clubs, and several book clubs. She was a devoted Christian and claimed Proverbs 3:5-7 as her life verses, with Psalm 139:41-43 being her favorite passage in the Psalms. She is survived by one sister, two children, four grandsons, and six great grandchildren, with a seventh due in January. At her request, a family graveside service will be held. Date is yet to be determined. In remembrance, donations may be made to Cross Point Community Church or Community Hospice. www.modbee.com/obituaries

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Published by Modesto Bee from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2010.

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Lamar Dodson

October 3, 2010

Mrs. Dunscomb was my friend and fellow teacher in the Stanislaus Union School District for many years. Her talent and expertise as a teacher, and the love she shared so freely with her students provide memories I share and that her family can cherish. Her favorite verses from the Bible are also ones that are precious to me. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Bobbi Potts

October 2, 2010

Mrs. Dunscomb was my teacher when Stanislaus students were sent there while Prescott was being built. She was such a wonderful teacher and person. May she rest in peace. My thougts and prayers are with her family at this time of grief. May you find peace in your memories.

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