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MISCHA R. DORR-AMES
Mischa Dorr-Ames, beloved wife, daughter, sister, and aunt passed away peacefully at Suburban Hospital in Bethesda, MD on Friday, March 22, 2013. Mischa was born September 28, 1971 at Providence Hospital, Washington, DC. She was a graduate of Frostburg State University, Trinity University, Washington, DC and McDaniel College, Westminster, MD, and was a dedicated and well-known educator in Prince George's County, MD, currently assigned to Accokeek Academy as an Assistant Principal. She began her career as a substitute, teacher, Reading Specialist, Instructional Coach and administrator. Mrs. Dorr-Ames quickly earned the highest respect and regard by all her colleagues. She was often identified as not only highly acknowledgeable in her fields of expertise but, also by her unique method of entertaining while providing professional development opportunities to county educators. She made positive impressions on all with whom she worked throughout her life, due to her passion for educating elementary students in Prince George's County, MD. She leaves to mourn her loss, her husband, Darius Ames of Crofton, MD; her mother, Alicia Cunningham Dorr of Waldorf, MD; her father, Gerald Donald Dorr, Sr. of Lothian, MD; her twin sister, Megan Kate Ashworth of Gambrills, MD; her brother-in-law, Lawrence Ashworth II; her brothers, Eric Dorr of Hemingway, SC, Terry Dorr of Sunderland, MD and Gerald Donald Dorr, Jr. of Siesta Key, FL; her nieces, Ashley Dorr, Allison Dorr, Aryn Dorr, Rachel Dorr, Emily Dorr, Kelly Dorr Hughes, Katey Dorr and her nephew, Dalton Dorr. Relatives and friends are invited to Mischa's Life Celebration on Thursday, March 28, 2013 from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at Ebenezer AME Church, 7707 Allentown Rd., Fort Washington, MD. Interment Lakemont Memorial Gardens, Davidsonville, MD. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Oxon Hill Annual Scholarship in the name of Mischa Dorr-Ames, 4400 Shell St., Capitol Heights, MD 20743. The scholarship is granted to a deserving student majoring in elementary education. Online guestbook available at:www.KalasFuneralHomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Mischa Dorr-Ames
Leslie Rankins
March 21, 2019
An outstanding educator and wonderful person! I know that your light is continuing to shine in Heaven!
Leslie Rankins
April 26, 2013
You will be missed and you definitely were loved! Education was your passion and it showed! I send my love and prayers to Megan and the rest of the family! May God's strength comfort you!
Derrick Harold
April 23, 2013
I remember when you used to teach me and my friends. Even now as I graduate from high school I still remember your voice, your lessons, and your pet iguana. I'll forever miss you Ms. Dorr.
Crystal Harold
April 23, 2013
My heart just aches to hear about this sad news. I just had to break the news to my son who is graduating from high school in a few weeks (he was her student at Lake Arbor). She will be truly missed by the Harold Family.
Albert Spack
April 6, 2013
My heart was saddened hearing from Megan about Mischa's illness and then her death. It was my honor to be her Principal at Oxon Hill. She was always pleasant, charming and full of life. She had a bright future and was a dedicated educator. My family will keep her, Megan and Alicia in our prayers. We pray that God will provide strength and peace to Mischa's family and friends.
Lynn Jackson-Harley
April 1, 2013
Megan and ALL of the Dorr and Ames family, I want to send you all my most sincere thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time for you all. May HE comfort and keep you ALL.
Tyler Richards
March 30, 2013
Ms. Ames it seems like just yesterday you were calling my mom because of an incident that happened on the school bus. I'm gonna really miss you:(
March 29, 2013
I remember in kindergarden at Lake Arbor elementary when you taught me reading and i went to the first grade when i was five. And rest in peace ms dorr,Nyla
cindy manos
March 29, 2013
Mischa,
What a great friend and inspiration you were and still are....I am still trying to wrap my head around your passing. I look at the emails back and forth you sent and it makes your presence real. Now,you finally get to meet my cousin Eric. You were always so supportive on 9-11. Take care of yourself. You will always be remembered.
Kara Crossley-Eddins
March 29, 2013
To the Ames & Dorr Families,
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Mischa. I think of her as a beautiful flower on Earth that God especially chose for His garden in Heaven. I pray He will sustain, comfort, & strengthen you. She will always be with you through her wonderful memories & I pray those memories will soon bring smiles & laughter to you.
Erika Noel
March 28, 2013
I remember the first day i met you at Lake Arbor Elem School... comming to visit my mom. From that day on, everytime i would visit we would cut up.. I will never forget your laugh,and us cutting up.. I am so blessed to have met such a wonderful person..
Say hello to my grandparents.... You will be missed, until we meet again
Erika Noel (Glenda Baines daughter)
Darrius G. Smith
March 28, 2013
To the Dorr and Ames families, a treasure lost indeed. My sincerest condolences to you all for your lost loved one.
alice whitaker
March 28, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
vanessa kennedy
March 28, 2013
The one thing that keeps ringing through my mind, since Mrs. Ames passing, is how much I regret not letting her know what I thought of her before she passed. She was more than an Assistant Principal to me. More than my boss. Mrs. Ames was a women that I could go to whenever I needed advice, both personal and professional. She was my cheerleader in the classroom as well as my most honest critic. She pushed me to be the best educator that I can be. I admired Mrs. Ames and strive in my every day practice to be just like her. She was a women of integrity, honesty, and persistent passion to inspire the lives of many children and adults. Although my heart is broken by her passing, I will be forever indebted to her for the time that I did have with her.
Isaac Mason
March 28, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Monica Anderson
March 27, 2013
To the Dorr and Ames Family: I send my deepest heartfelt condolences to your family. We went to Oxon Hill High together. She was a very kind and helpful person. She will be missed. Missy is among the angels now. Love Monica Anderson
Diggs
March 27, 2013
My sincere condolences to the Dorr and Ames families as well as to the Accokeek Academy Family on the loss of your wife, daughter, sister, and friend. Please know that my prayers are with you all. I knew Mischa from professional developments and workshops throughout the county and she always enlightened me and gave me new insight. She will truly be missed.
March 27, 2013
MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY. MAY GOD BE YOUR COMFORT THROUGH THIS TIME. NICOLE RAY
T. Belton from PGCPS
March 27, 2013
God will be by your side and comfort each of during this difficult time. I send prayers and condolences.
jefferson
March 27, 2013
My condolences to the family. Losing a loved one is never easy but keep in mind the God of all comfort will be your strength at this time.
Beth Linn
March 27, 2013
I have no words to describe the depth of loss we will all feel ... know that so many people have been touched in a positive way due to Mischa's amazing spirit that will live on in her legacy of caring ... The Apple Grove Elementary School family extends its prayers and deepest condolences to all those who knew and loved Mischa. We hope in the coming days that her friends, family and colleagues will find peace of mind and heart.
Pamela King-Williams
March 27, 2013
To the Dorr & Ames Families,
My deepest condolences to each of you. Mrs. Mischa Ames was a mentor, friend and hero to my daughter, Ciara Williams. Ciara is a college student at Spelman College, in Atlanta, GA. As a little girl she attended Ferguson Elementary School (Accokeek Academy). She always wanted to teach at this school. Mrs. Ames took Ciara under her wings. The experiences and life lessons she learned in the classroom and from her mentor, Mischa Ames will forever be in her heart. Thanks, Mrs. Ames for giving so much to my child and so many other children.
Tracy (Palmer) & Carlos Silva
March 27, 2013
Mr and Mrs. Dorr, Donnie, Eric, Terry and Megan,
My Family (Kathleen & Wayne (Brother) and I are so sorry for the horrible loss of your Daughter and Sister.I hope time and the wonderful memories of Mischa will help ease your pain and you'll be able to think about her with a smile on your face instead of grief in your heart. Our thoughts are with you all.
Sharon Hargro Porter
March 27, 2013
My heatfelt condolences to the Dorr and Ames Family. May you be comforted with the wonderful memories of your precious loved one.
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