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Dorothy Black Obituary

Dorothy Stewart Black PORTSMOUTH - Dorothy Stewart Black, 81, passed away Jan. 25, 2009. Born in Tennessee, Dorothy was retired from Virginia Marine Terminals in Norfolk and Portsmouth. She was the widow of John A. Black II and is survived by a sister, Jeannia Proctor; a close cousin, Carolyn Henriksen and her husband John; other cousins, Marilyn Dovel, Barbara Murry and Beverly Price; and many special friends including, Linda Cadotte, Elaine Jones, Ruby Belch, Melesa Chainey, Becky McKena, Jennifer Barka and John and Beth Tynch and Sandra Bryan. A memorial service will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday in Snellings Funeral Home, Churchland Chapel, with the Rev. Ellen W. Comstock officiating. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jan. 27, 2009.

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Melesa Chaney

January 29, 2009

Dottie was a dear, dear friend. A very special person and friend to all who knew and loved her. I'll miss our "animal lover" conversations , her stories , and most of all her laugh when she got so tickled. It was a blessing to have had her in our lives. I will cherish our friendship forever. May our Lord keep you in His care as His angel watching over us. I love you Dottie. , Melesa

priscilla tynch

January 27, 2009

Dot,
I hoped you are surrounded by all the kittens you love so much! I know you are happy now surrounded by love. You will be greatly missed!

Christian Tynch

January 27, 2009

Dot,
Thank you for your kindness, and friendship in my life. Your enthusiasm, perspective and sense of humor have enriched my life in numerous ways. You made me think, you made me laugh, and showed me how to see the humor in things that most people missed. My family and I will miss you very much!

Judy Widick

January 27, 2009

Dot, I will miss you and always remember our days of working together at Francis and Lusky in Nashville. You were a special friend to Bill and I for over 50 years. Rest in peace.

Becky McKenna

January 27, 2009

You have been such a good friend to me over the last 22 years! I am sad to have had to say goodbye for now, but I have many wonderful memories of you that continue to make me smile. Love you Dottie.

Ruby Belch

January 27, 2009

I will never forget you Dottie.

Jenifer Barka

January 27, 2009

Thank you for being my Angel. I love you and will miss you terribly.

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