Elizabeth Steffens Dobbins

Elizabeth Steffens Dobbins, 94, of Roanoke, Va., passed away Thursday, September 25, 2008. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, on April 30, 1914, she was a daughter of the late Harold C. and Nellie Herbert Steffens. Also preceding her in death were her husband, Kemper Almy Dobbins; her daughter, Martha Dobbins Williams; and her twin brother, William Steffens. A graduate of Flora Stone Mather College she was also an active member of Christ Episcopal Church where a memorial service will be held at noon on Monday, September 29, 2008 with the Rev. Deborah Hentz Hunley officiating. Elizabeth was an avid reader and member of the "Tuesday Bridge Group," enjoyed knitting, sewing and bird watching, and for many years she supported her husband, Kemper, in his love for watercolor painting including the Ralph Smith workshops. Surviving are her son, Bradley Herbert Dobbins, of New Castle; sister, Jean Nelson, of Sherman, N.Y.; beloved granddaughter, Jessica Williams Perdue and husband, Jason, of Hardy; devoted son-in-law, Thomas (Tommy) Williams, of Hardy; family friend, Jocelyn Holloway, of Roanoke; and her cats, Max and Cammie. Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Hall or The Phoebe Needles Center. Lotz Funeral Home, Roanoke is serving the Dobbins family. Online condolences may be made at www.lotzfuneralhome.com.