Santa Ana, California
Hastings, Dorothy Gertrude (Graber), passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2010 in Fountain Valley, CA. Dorothy was born in Chicago, IL, September 19, 1926 to Gerard and Evelyn Prescher. As a teenager during WWII she volunteered at the Service Men's Center in Chicago. She married her first...
Read MoreDorothy took me under her wing as a new teacher, taught me everything to do a great job with my First Graders. Though I only taught for 8 years, I was fortunate to keep in touch and see Dorothy over the years. She was one in a million, I feel lucky to have known and been friends with her. I do so often think of her and am glad to have seen her early this year,... who could ever forget her sweet smile and loving ways.....Fran Brayton
October 09, 2010
Dorothy was such a good friend to me when I first joined the Hansen School staff.I had so many questions and she was always there to help, smiling, and making each day a joy. I will keep her in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol Hahn
October 07, 2010 | Fountain Valley, CA
I am deeply saddened to hear of Dorothy's death. Dorothy was a wonderful friend and teacher. For many years I have valued the friendship, kindness, and thoughtfulness. Friends like Dorothy are few in life. I will treasure the memories I had with Dorothy. Her smile and sense of humor will always be remembered. MY thoughts and prayers go out to the family at this difficult time.
Nora Knox
October 05, 2010 | Laguna Niguel, CA
Dorothy, you were a very good friend. Fun to be around,very up beat at all times. Loved music and dancing. Alway had a smile on her face. You will be missed. Juanita
Juanita Owens
October 04, 2010 | Huntington Beach, CA
I have such fond memories of teaching with Dorothy back at the old Savanna
Elementary School and at Hansen School.
After we both retired I enjoyed so much
our lunch get-togethers at Mimi's and
later at the Claim Jumper. We would
talk and laugh away the afternoon.
Dorothy had a wonderful sense of humor.
She will be sorely missed!
Ethel Carter
October 04, 2010 | Seal Beach, CA
Dorothy, thank you for so many happy memories that our family shared with yours. We will miss your laughter and sweet smile.
Walt & Rose Badouin
September 14, 2010 | Dana Point, CA
I didn't know Dorothy but I graduated from Lakewood H.S. with her son Tim Jr. and was shocked when I heard of his passing back in July. My prayers go out to the entire family at this time.
Rosemary
September 12, 2010 | Cypress, CA
I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for the strength and determination to see past challenge, rather than stare at it, that my grandmother taught me through her life. I will be forever greatful to have had such a wonderful grandmother to have shared my love with. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten...
Danielle Shaver
September 12, 2010 | Dublin, CA
In addition to her own large family, Aunt Dorothy was always a much loved substitute mom to her sister Geri's girls, Doni and Des who were just teenagers when their dad and mom died. She also took on the roll of grandmother to Doni's sons, Sam and Jason. She will be greatly missed.
Doni Almand
September 12, 2010 | Corning, CA