Dorothy O. Moffat

Dorothy Moffat Obituary

Dorothy O. Moffat

Dorothy O. Moffat, 82, of Freeland, Washington, died peacefully in her home surrounded by her children Tuesday, October 30, 2012.

A native of Springfield, Missouri, Mrs. Moffat graduated from Springfield High School and Southwest Missouri University. She moved to the Seattle area as an airline stewardess and flew from 1951 to 1959 with Northwest Orient Airlines. In 1956, a plane she crewed out of Seattle ditched in Puget Sound. The crew's use of seat cushions as emergency flotation devices subsequently became standard procedure.

She married David A. Moffat of Seattle in 1959, who predeceased her in 2008. They are survived by their two children, Colin Moffat (Sophie), and Merrill Biesada (Pete) and their five beloved grandchildren. Also surviving are her two sisters, Rosalind Fellwock and Bonnalie Campbell, and their families.

She received a Master's Degree from the University of Washington in 1973 and taught in the Mukilteo School District for twenty-seven years, retiring from Harbor Pointe Middle School in 1995. The family lived in Windandtide (Edmonds) until her retirement, at which time they moved to Whidbey Island. Mrs. Moffat loved watching the ever-changing moods of Puget Sound and never tired of the orcas, deer, eagles, or the sunset views from her home.

Her faith sustained her all her life; she was an active member at Trinity Lutheran (Freeland), participating in the church choir and outreach programs. Her hobbies were music, gardening, reading, flower arranging, skiing, and helping her husband with his stamp collection. She was a supportive PEO member (IH Chapter). Mr. & Mrs. Moffat traveled extensively in their retirement years.

A memorial service will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, 18341 State Route 525, Freeland, Washington 98249, on Saturday, December 8th at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate contributions to either: Trinity Lutheran Church (Freeland) or The Dorothy Moffat Estate (for a scholarship fund).

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Published by The Seattle Times from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Moffat

6 Entries

Sharon Green

November 28, 2012

Mrs. Moffat was my favorite Teacher. She was alway sweet and always fair. (she never assigned homework!) My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.

Wenda Dollarhide - Zonnefeld

November 27, 2012

I would like to offer my condolences to Colin and Merrill. I loved your mother and looked forward to her lively conversation. She could speak the truth without an ounce of bitterness and give advice that was always worth hearing. I will always think of her as someone I hope to be like someday - even though it is not likely I will attain this goal. I look forward to seeing her again in Heaven more lively conversations then.

Michael Smith

November 15, 2012

I knew Dot through my mother-in-law, her good friend, Joyce Kleinsmith. Though I never met her, Dot and I corresponded a number of times after she'd read a novel I'd written. She had a lively mind and it was great getting her insightful literary critique. But Dot was more than just sharp - she was generous with praise and encouragment. Based on our discussions, I'm sure Dot must've been a very fine teacher. It is for extraordinary readers like Dot that writers write.

Andrea (Aundie) & Bill Collison

November 12, 2012

We too, would like to add our condolences to Dorothy's family.
We first met back in the very early 1960's through St. Johns Lodge #9. At that time, Dave and Dorothy lived on Capitol Hill, later moving to Windandtide. We remember several times when she graciously hosted several get-togethers in their home on Capitol Hill. From the very beginning of our association, Dorothy was easy to like because she seemed so upbeat and easy to talk with. Dorothy was a very positive and reassuring lady, who seemed to be well respected by a number of people.
Through the years we would see Dorothy at St. John's functions. A conversation with Dorothy always made us come away feeling good. That is a special gift she shared with many people. We now feel very badly that we were unable to connect in person with her a couple of years ago when we were on Whidbey Island for a week end.
We know that you will miss her deeply… as well as many people, whose lives she touched through the years.

Miles Kolman

November 11, 2012

She was a shining example of God's grace and love. I wasn't the best behaved kid at Picnic Pointe, but she didn't let my reputation effect how she treated me.
She is part of the reason I ended up becoming a teacher.

Tim Snow

November 11, 2012

I would like to send my condolences to Dorothy's family. I know she will be greatly missed.
I taught with Dorothy forty years ago. I was a young beginning teacher who always appreciated her wisdom, wit and compassion. For those reasons I have never forgotten her, even though I moved away long ago.

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