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Dorothy Mae Dunning Ballantyne

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Dorothy Ballantyne Obituary

Dorothy Mae Dunning Ballantyne Hobart, IN Dorothy Mae Dunning Ballantyne passed away on Sunday, July 1, 2007. Dorothy was born March 17, 1910 in Aetna, IN to Henry L. and Ella Larson Dunning. She was married June 24, 1934 to Donald B. Ballantyne. Survived by daughters: Elin (Stanley) Christianson of Hobart, IN, Dee (Bob) Ballantyne-Eastwood of Healdsburg, CA and Brianne (Clarence) Lowery of Independence, KY; six grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Dorothy was an active volunteer and won many awards for community service, among them, Hobart's "Laura Bracken Award" in 1968; Distinguished Service Award from West Hobart Civic Club in 1970; 12 Most Valuable Women Lake County, Tradewinds, 1978; Citizen of the Year by St. Mary Medical Center in 1997; Woman of the Year by local chapter of AARP in 1998; Grand Marshal of Hobart's July 4th parade in 1999; and Volunteer of the Year award by the Legacy Foundation in 2000. She was a member of St. Mary Medical Center Auxiliary with over 7300 hours of service; First Methodist Church of Hobart where she edited the church newsletter for 30 years; a 75-year member of Hobart Chapter 314, Order of the Eastern Star where she served as the Worthy Matron in 1938 and District Deputy in 1940; the Hobart Historical Society where she was a charter member, past president and acted as museum director for 35 years. Dorothy was the author of George Earle & Family of Hobart, Indiana, On The Route: A History of the Hobart, Indiana Post Office and Postmasters; Growing up in Hobart; and Hobart Memories. She was employed by the Lake County Auditor's Office and the Hobart Gazette in the 1930's. In the 1960's, Dorothy substitute taught at Hobart High School and later as a special education teacher. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Ballantyne in 1973 and son, Alexander in 2003. Memorial donations may be made to the Hobart Historical Society, P.O. Box 24, Hobart, IN 46342. Funeral services will be held Friday, July 6, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Rees Funeral Home, 600 W. Old Ridge Road, Hobart, IN with Rev. Alex Stone officiating. Cremation will follow with burial at Crown Hill Cemetery, Hobart, IN. Order of the Eastern Star service will be held Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 7:30 p.m. Visitation will be Thursday from 2:00-5:00 and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel. For further information, please call (219) 942-2109 or online at: www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by The Times on Jul. 3, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Ballantyne

14 Entries

William Vernigor

April 26, 2008

Brianne, Dee and Elin

I just today read of your mother's passing and I regret not hearing much earlier to offer my sympathy at a more appropriate time. I have many fond memories of your mother and the times I spent at your house in Hobart. Shaka paka, Brianne.

Larry Koziol

July 17, 2007

Dee,

I'm sorry for the loss of your mother.

Jackie Cain

July 10, 2007

Brianne, I am so sorry about the passing of your wonderful mother. I know how much you cared and how hard you tried to be there for her in spite of the distance. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Vivian (Selby) Sheriff

July 8, 2007

Dear Dee,
Sorry about the loss of your Mom, it is always hard to lose a parent.
I knew your Mom from the Eastern Stars, she was always a hard worker and a very active member, she will be missed.

Barbara (Gilbert) Chesnut

July 7, 2007

Dear Dee and family,
I'm so sad to learn of your mother's passing. As "resident historian" for Hobart and Lake Station area many people went to her for historical information. As kids growing up, Dee, many of us spent time having fun in your home. I regret not being able to express my sympathy personally, but my sincerity is not diminished. Love, Barbara

Nancy (Bryan) Geleott

July 7, 2007

Dee.
So,sorry for the loss of your mom.

Paul & Diane (Pflughoeft) James

July 5, 2007

Dee & Brianne,
Our sympathies on the loss of your mother. Have fond memories of her chaperoning band trips and all of her involvement with the HHS band. Hobart has lost one of her outstanding citizens.

Donna Johnson

July 4, 2007

Dear Dee,
My sympathy to you on the loss of your Mother.
I have fond memories of our Moms playing in the same bridge group since they were in high school, I believe. So many years of fun they had together.
You are in my thoughts.

Donna Shannon Johnson

Robert M. Bone

July 4, 2007

Brianne,
I am very sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was a wonderful lady and has left us many lasting beautiful memories of our times with the Hobart High School Band and the Hobart 1st Methodist Church. My prayers are with you and your Sisters.

Dorinne Richardson

July 3, 2007

Dear Dee,
I was so sorry to learn orf your mother's passing. She was a grand lady who lived a good and Godly life. From my own experience, I know you will miss her very much.
with sincere sympathy and understanding,

Mary (Kitterman) Nutter

July 3, 2007

Dee, I was so sorry to hear about your mom. She always seemed like a grand lady in the true sense of the word. I have both books that she worked on about Hobart's history (memories & growing up) and enjoyed them both.

Barbara Quinlan

July 3, 2007

On behalf of the Quinlan family - we extend our sympathy. Your mother was the essence of "Hobart"

David and Barbara (Bayless) Quinlan
Canton, Ga.

herbie peterson

July 3, 2007

Dee, sorry for your loss.

Diane (Swartzlander) Paske

July 3, 2007

I alwys enjoyed the time spent with Dorothy, she had so much to tell of Hobart's history. To the family, my deepest sympathy, Hobart has lost a true friend.

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