Dorothy-Keating-Obituary

Dorothy Mae Keating

El Centro, California

Jun 22, 1931 – Jun 26, 2025

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BORN
June 22, 1931
DIED
June 26, 2025
LOCATION
El Centro, California

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Dorothy Mae (Hatch) Keating was born on June 22, 1931, in El Centro, the fifth of five children. She was a precocious child and excellent student, graduating valedictorian of her class at Central Union High School in 1948. She attended Pomona College, graduating summa cum laude in 1952, majoring...

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My Condolences to Daughter Irene. Irene we played in Mrs. Sechrist Orchestra from grade school to middle school. You played the cello and I played the Viola. I never knew your Mom was such a talented Musician. I would have loved your Mom to give me voice and piano lessons. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless you, my fellow musical student.

Rest in Peace Dorothy . You have left a wonderful legacy !

Rest in peace. Ms. Dorothy, always smiling and friendly know her from preschool from church.

I had the privilege of working with Mrs. Keating for many years while teaching at De Anza School. She was an amazing teacher, touching the lives of thousands of students. Even 30 years later I find myself singing the songs she taught the students. As much as she was a true professional, she was an even better person, and I enjoyed spending many hours chatting with her over the years. Hers was truly a life well lived, and her legacy will endure for generations.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Growing up attending the Methodist Church, Mrs. Keating's voice was the most beautiful in the sanctuary. Pure, powerful and full of grace. May you find comfort in your wonderful memories and the gift of her beautiful voice she shared with all of us.

"Well done, thou good and faithful servant!" Thank you for it all, Dorothy... Rev. Gene Hill, Helena, MT