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Dorothy Girard Obituary

Girard, Dorothy M. DOT (nee Gatenby), Kirkwood, MO, born August 25, 1912 has entered the arms of Jesus June 22, 2010. Loving wife for 67 years to the late Richard Vic Girard; loving mother to the late 1st Lt. Richard Victor Girard, JR.; her three surviving children, Judith (Louis) Antahades, Gary (Donna) Girard, Linda (Jim) Day; beloved grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 22 and friend to many; Devoted Cardinal Fan no matter what the score. Services: Visitation will be at FOREVER Oak Hill Funeral Home(Hwy 44 & Big Bend), 10301 Big Bend, Kirkwood, MO 63122 on Sunday, June 27 from 1-4 p.m. The family will be sharing memories and prayer from 3-4 p.m. Funeral service will be Monday, June 28 at 10:00 a.m. at Forever Oak Hill Funeral Home. Interment at National Cemetery, Jefferson Barracks. Memorials may be made to The American Diabetes Association, 10820 Sunset Office Drive #220, Saint Louis - (888) 342-2383 and The American Arthritis Association, 9433 Olive Street, Suite 100. St. Louis, MO 63132. (314)991-9333.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jun. 25, 2010.

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Diane West

July 11, 2010

The evening time of life falls gently like the setting sun. Work on earth has ended, a well-earned rest is won.

Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. As we mourn the loss, also we honor the life that was lived so well.

Deena and Dan Andert

June 29, 2010

We are sorry for your loss..We love you

Sue Burke

June 28, 2010

She was my "idol", always full of life and that great big smile, and I loved her little dance step. I will truly miss her. Hey, Dorothy, it's your deal. I'm sure Heaven is a little happier with her at the head of the table.

Bob & Lorraine Humphries

June 25, 2010

To the Girard Family,
We loved your mother as if she was our own. We have so many great memories of her over the years that they will fill our hearts forever. She was a delightful lady.
Love you all

Mac Williams

June 25, 2010

Knowing this great Lady and her family has enriched our lives. There will never be another one like her. I know her special place in heaven serves beer and has a "Poker Night".

June 25, 2010

I have fond memories of your Mother. What a sweet lady. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Peggy Drake Stevens ,Eatonton, GA

Suzanne Chilton

June 25, 2010

To the Family I am so sorry about your loss I just lost my mother in Sept. she was 93, very frail but still very much wiyh the program. Lots of love to you all Susie Chilton

June 25, 2010

So sorry to hear about your Mom. My deepest sympathy. Will keep you all in my prayers.
Beth Browning

June 25, 2010

What a wonderful and beautiful lady. To know her was to love her and I will treasure my memories of her always. May Gods love comfort and bless her family and may they know we keep them in our hearts and prayers.
Linda Stroup










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June 25, 2010

May you rest in Peace always

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