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Karen Schauer
September 28, 2025
I had the opportunity to work with Dorothy in the Galt Elementary School District. She was wise, witty and so encouraging. Her words and actions helped me to learn and grow in my career path. Dorothy Merkins and her husband, Chuck, were such a special couple!!
Susan Hagen
September 21, 2025
Dorthy was a second mom to every kid who came through her door. Whether we were splashing in the backyard pool or building a float in the driveway, she was always there with a helping hand and a snack for everybody. Even though it's been 60 years since I slept in a sleeping bag on the living room floor at Heidi's slumber parties, I will still miss having Dorothy on the planet. Rest gently, good mother. You will surely be missed by many.
Luana Whitford
September 21, 2025
Heidi and family,
I am so sorry for your loss! Your mom influenced my life in many wonderful ways! I am so thankful for her talents and dedication to the youth of Galt. I loved her kindness and upbeat personality! She will never be forgotten
Dory Guevara
September 16, 2025
Heidi
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Holly Yue
September 6, 2025
Dorothy was a truly special woman and I will miss her dearly! She had so many wonderful qualities, the list is long. My favorites were her love and kindness for others, her willingness to always take action and be a doer, she was fun- always a twinkle in her eye, she was a great communicator, and she came to love Jesus and was so grateful to those that helped God show her the way. I am so grateful she is with Jesus now! She is home, but we will so miss her! I will certainly cherish her notes and letters from recent years because they shared who she was as a human being that loved others well.
Keesee n Stroh Family
September 6, 2025
What a BEAUTIFUL LADY she was. Dorothy extended her LOVE n KINDNESS when our brother Mike n his wife died in a horrible airplane accident. Rest In Peace ~_~ BLESSED...
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