Lois Marie "Lolo" Vanderhoof

Lois "Lolo" Marie passed away in Plano, Texas, on July 8, 2008, after losing her battle with cancer. Born in Worcester, MA, on April 17, 1947 to Bertram Anderson and Marie Leda Fournier, both deceased, Lois is survived by three younger sisters: Elizabeth Anderson of Brunswick, GA; Denise Robin Stewart of Little Elm, TX; Joyce A. Morrow of Crofton, MD, as well as several nieces and nephews. Lois' constant drive and limitless energy were an inspiration to everyone she knew.

Lois graduated from St. Peter's Central Catholic High School in 1964, and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Anna Maria College, Paxton, MA in 1968. In 1976, she graduated Summa Cum Laude with her Doctorate degree from the Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA. She was salutatorian of her class and member of the Pi Tau Delta international honor society.

Dr. Lois operated a successful private chiropractic practice in Worcester, MA until 1981. After moving to Dallas in 1982, Lois continued to serve others through chiropractic. In 1996, she received her certification as a clinical nutritionist from the Board of the International and American Association of Clinical Nutritionists. She focused on nutrition as a way to help people achieve optimum health through her business, Applied Nutrition Concepts in Plano, Texas. Some of her numerous positions, memberships and endeavors included: Diplomate of the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners; Treasurer of the Massachusetts Chiropractic Society; Vice President of the Worcester County Chiropractic Society; member of the Dallas Women in Executive Leadership; member of Netweavers Frisco; and graduate of Leadership Plano, Class 17.

Lois was named one of the "Outstanding Young Women of America" in 1977 for distinguishing herself in her profession and community. She was an active member of the Plano Chamber of Commerce and was a regular attendee of the Plano Chamber Women's Division.

Lois was an avid horsewoman for more than 30 years. She leaves behind her proudest accomplishment and most beloved quarter horse, Capriccio.

Memorial donations may be paid by check to the "Vanderhoof Horses Trust", c/o Kara Miller, 8823 Lavalle Lane, Dallas, Texas 75243. To view a journal of her last few weeks of life, please visit

http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/loisvanderhoof