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Dorothy Lothrop Obituary
June 15, 1923 - January 2, 2019 Dorothy Elizabeth Zuck Lothrop, a former 30-year resident of Westport and wife of the late James Denny Lothrop, died peacefully on January 2, 2019, in her home at Atria Darien, CT. She was 95 years old.
Dorothy was born on June 15, 1923 in Evanston, Illinois to Ralph Everett and Marion Ethel Patterson Zuck. She spent her childhood living in the same home, next door to her best friend, and surrounded by a large extended family. Ever energetic, resourceful and spirited, Dot was appropriately nicknamed "Flash" by her father. At the University of Illinois, she met her fellow Evanstonian and future husband, Jim Lothrop. Throughout her life she embraced travel, reading, gardening, the arts, dance, yoga, sailing, golf, and deep friendships wherever she lived. Quilting and the study of metapsychology and spiritual growth were particular passions. Above all else, her family was the true center of her life. Hers and Jim's homes were always hospitality centers and havens for generations of family and friends.
Dorothy leaves behind two daughters and a son: Barbara Cross and husband William of Westport, James Lothrop, Jr. and wife, Pamela (Haywood) of Westport, and Nancy Lothrop and husband, Robert Docters of New Canaan; grandchildren Todd (Estee), Brian (Katherine), and Kevin (Melanie) Cross, Lisa Tilstone (Luke Rodwell), and Ainsley and James III (Julie) Lothrop; as well as great-grandchildren Nicholas, Isabella, Emmett, Grace, Gabriel, Julia, and George Cross, and Jake Rodwell.
Her sister, Virginia Ann Gardiner and brother, Stuart Harmon Zuck, predeceased her.
A memorial service in celebration of Dorothy will be held at the Congregational Church of Green's Farms on March 23, 2019, at 11:00. The Harding Funeral Home in Westport, CT is assisting the family with the arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left on line at www.hardingfuneral.com. Contributions in memory of Dorothy may be made to Green's Farms Church, Westport, CT.
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January 22, 2019
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear loved one. May you be comforted by the promises found in his Word and know that there is a promised for a future.
1 Thessalonians 4:14
Cindy
January 17, 2019
My deepest sympathy for your loss. The longevity of the life of you dear love one brings to mind Psalms 90:10 reason of strength (especially strong ) what a blessing. I hope your fond memories comfort you during these trying days.
January 17, 2019
My sincerest sympathy. May the God of all comfort strengthen your family during this time of sorrow. Those who die God keeps in his memory because he cares, they are precious in his eyes. Psalms 116:15
January 11, 2019
Please accept my heartfelt condolences, may you find peace, comfort, and strength from our Heavenly Father as you go through this challenging time.
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January 10, 2019
May God's love and grace help you, comfort you and grant you peace. At 1 Peter 5:10 God gives the guarantee that He will make you firm, He will make you strong.
Lucinda
January 10, 2019
May God's love and grace help you, comfort you and grant you peace. At 1 Peter 5:10 God gives the guarantee that He will make you firm, He will make you strong.
January 10, 2019
My deepest sympathies to your family and friends. May God bring comfort to your heart and strengthen you during this difficult time. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,17) CM
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