Dorothy Marie Martelli

Dorothy Martelli Obituary

Dorothy (Dottie) Marie Martelli passed away at Eisenhower Hospital in Rancho Mirage, Calif. on September 28, 2010. Dottie was born to Leo Roy and Lenna Mae Walls (Bond) in Floydada, Texas on October 12, 1929. She grew up in Abilene, Texas and attended and graduated from local Abilene schools. She worked for Tenneco West for years and after retiring spent many hours volunteering her time at Eisenhower Hospital's Diabetes Center where she enjoyed the many friendships she made there. She is survived by her son, David (Barbara) Schuyler; and daughter, Morii (Frank) Taylor. She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren, Justin, Brandon, Ryan, Lindsay and Jennifer; and her great-grandchildren, Taryn, Megan and Kailyn who so loved spending time with their "Granny." Dottie leaves behind many extended family members including step-grandchildren, Robi and Kelly; along with two former-daughter-in-laws she cared so much for, Aleta and Jennifer. She enjoyed many friendships over the years but none as dear as the ones with her friends, Alladean, Sylvia and Bev. She especially loved her little dog, Darby, who was by her side the last two years. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard with whom she enjoyed a full and happy life; her son, Bill (Bubba); and her beloved granddaughter, Heather, all of whom she loved and missed so much. Her ashes will be interred next to Richard's in Riverside National Cemetery and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. We love you and miss you, Mom. You will be forever in our hearts.

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Published by The Desert Sun from Oct. 14 to Oct. 19, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Martelli

10 Entries

March 31, 2011

Six long months have passed already since you left us Mom. How I miss you!!!

Alladeen Potter

November 30, 2010

Dorothy,
You have always been just a phone call away. So if I was lonely or wanted to know if you could go to the beach with us......,I’m sure we’ll see each other later, so for now, Good bye my old friend.
Alladeen

Sue Ann Stutts

October 21, 2010

Morii, Donna Frsnk and are saddened that Dorothy has passed. We only just meet her and thought she was amazing. Mom thought very highly of her, we were going to call but the days got away from us. We both know that they are both together and keeping an eye on all of us..

Jennifer Anderson

October 20, 2010

We all miss you Grannie. This candle represents the bright light that you were to all of us. The girls and I love you!

Joyce Wright

October 15, 2010

Ahhh Morii,

My heart is filled with the most wonderful memories of Dorothy.She was my 2nd mom from the day we met on the bus in 3rd grade on. I'm so glad I got to visit her last year.I'm sure she, Bobbie and Mom are even now having conversations as in years past. She is forever in my heart as you are. My prayers are with you daily, and David as well.

Becky Brewer

October 15, 2010

Your mother was such a likable human being and will be missed. May your wonderful memories get you thru this difficult time.

Doreen Perez

October 14, 2010

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010

Morii

October 14, 2010

God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not meant to be,
So he put his arms around you
and whispered "Come to Me".
With tearful eyes we watched you,
as we saw you pass away.
Although we loved you deeply,
we could not make you stay.
Your Golden Heart stopped beating,
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us,
He only takes the best.

I miss you so much Mom!

Doreen Perez

October 14, 2010

My dear dear friend Morii my heartaches with you, I know how precious our mother's were to us. The only comfort I can give to you my friend is to never forget the wonderful time you got to spend with your mom. I am sure she enjoyed the wonderful times you two shared. Love you my friend.

Aleta Walker

October 14, 2010

My heart is full of love for your mother. Her kindness to me will remain in my heart forever. I will always remember and cherish all the wonderful times she and Richard "experienced" Mexico - they were so adventurous. They loved Mexico, the ocean and fishing.
Si, Si, Dottie.

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