Dorothy Gumz

1926 - 2018

Dorothy Gumz obituary, 1926-2018, Tucker, GA

BORN

1926

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Dorothy Gumz Obituary

Dorothy Wilkinson Gumz, age 92, of Pine Lake, passed away on Thursday, August 9, 2018. A service will be held at 10:00 am Sunday, August 12, 2018 in the mausoleum chapel at Floral Hills Memory Gardens in Tucker. A native of St. Petersburg, FL, Dorothy was a 1944 graduate of St. Petersburg High School where she played softball and trumpet in the band. She worked the counter at the McCrory Store where she met her future husband, Paul. Dorothy eventually retired as a manager with Krystal with over 30 years of service. Her interests included sewing, cooking, gardening and swimming. She was described as independent, strong willed, dependable, hard working, ethical, generous and loving. She loved baking pound cakes and having Christmas family gatherings. Dorothy was a "daddy's girl" who lost her father when she was 12, never getting over the loss. She raised six kids to be very reliable, independent and loving kids. She helped raise two great nieces for several years. Her big smile and twinkling eyes would light up a room, especially when she saw one of her 6 kids, 12 grandchildren or 30 great grandchildren. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, Jim and Maude Wilkinson, her sisters, Helen Fleischman and Ida Mae Gicker, and her husband of 65 years, Paul Arthur Gumz, Jr. She is survived by her children, Richard Gumz, Terry Gumz, Reece Gumz, Sherry Garmon, Debra Young and Vint Gumz; grandchildren, Christina Brown, Stephanie Entwistle, Serah Ashley, Wyatt Gumz, Tracey Brown, Tim Garmon, Gene Garmon, Michele Thrailkill, Brian Dodson, Ashleigh McCormack, Christopher Gumz and Kristi Leutele; 30 great grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations are encouraged to PruittHealth - Athens Heritage, 960 Hawthorne Avenue, Athens, GA 30606. Online condolences may be left at www.billheadfuneralhome.com. Bill Head Funeral Homes & Crematory, Lilburn/Tucker Chapel, (770) 564-2726

Gumz, Dorothy

Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution from Aug. 11 to Aug. 12, 2018.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Gumz

Sponsored by Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. Lilburn-Tucker Chapel.

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

I'm sorry for your loss of a dear family member. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" strengthen your family during this difficult time (Isaiah 61:1,2)
SW

August 18, 2018

I will miss her so much. She had the the most beautiful smile. We would sit for hours watching movies on the hallmark channel when Vince and i would come visit her.

Deborah Mullis

Family

August 11, 2018

Our condolences to the Gumz family in the recent loss of someone so dear. Have confidence in God's ability to strengthen you and comfort you through this difficult time. - Isaiah 40:26,29

August 11, 2018

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

(Psalms 46:1)

August 11, 2018

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in Dorothy Gumz's name

Memorial Events
for Dorothy Gumz

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Bill Head Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc. Lilburn-Tucker Chapel

6101 Lawrenceville Hwy, Tucker, GA 30084

How to support Dorothy's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Dorothy Gumz's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more