Photo courtesy of Crofts-Crow Funeral Home - Johnson City
Johnson City, Texas
Jun 29, 1922 – Nov 27, 2023
Estella Anna Wittkohl Lorenz “Dottie” passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on November 27, 2023, at the age of 101 years. Dottie was born on June 29, 1922, to Otto and Augusta Wittkohl in the small town of Doss, Texas. She was the youngest girl of eight kids. On May 28, 1946, she married Clarence Lorenz and together they had seven children who survive her: Darlene Gibson, Kathleen and Ronnie Scott, Barbara Strackbein, Judy Langbein, Tina and Larry Scott, and Douglas Lorenz. Dottie was preceded in death by her husband, Clarence Lorenz; son, Roland Lorenz; sons in law, Steve Baker, Leonard Strackbein, Stephen Langbein, and Aubrey Gibson. She is also preceded in death by great grandsons, Lance Scott, Evan Langbein, Damian Lorenz, and Joey Lorenz; great granddaughter, Destiny Conatser; her sisters and brothers, Meta Gipson, Elisa Moehle, Harvey Wittkohl, Ott Wittkohl, Fritz Wittkohl, Edgar Wittkohl, and Victor Wittkohl. Dottie is survived by 19 grandchildren, 42 great grandchildren, and 9 great great grandchildren and so many nieces and nephews and long-time friends, who loved and honored her for her never-ending smile, kind words, and love for her family.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 AM, Friday, December 1, 2023, at Liberty Lighthouse Fellowship, 321 Old River Crossing, Johnson City, TX 78636. Visitation will be 5:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday, November 30, 2023, at Crofts – Crow Funeral Home in Johnson City. Interment will follow at Johnson City Masonic Cemetery.
Mom lived a long, wonderful life. She saw things many could only imagine, been through hard times and good times and through it all she never complained about any of it, and always loved her family. You will forever be in our hearts and souls.
Read MoreWishing you loving memories to soften your sorrow today.
And to carry in your heart always.
She will be missed; but be assured that she will definitely brighten Paradise.
Sincerely,
Nica Caseres McLendon , Class of '66
Nica McLendon
December 25, 2023 | Delta, CO | Acquaintance
Ms. Dottie was ALWAYS so sweet to me from the moment I became her daughter, Tina's friend. I will always remember great times I had at their home where I was made feel like one of the family by everyone. Thank You for the good times Ms. Dottie, I will forever carry you in my heart.
Caroline Huerta- Alfonsin
December 07, 2023 | Austin, TX | Family
She was a truly amazing person!
Sheila Edwards
November 30, 2023 | Stonewall, TX | Friend
Such a special lady and a wonderful legacy she leaves behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Janice and Randy Hambright
November 30, 2023 | Johnson City, TX | Acquaintance
I will always miss and remember Dottie’s sweet smile and good nature. And enjoyed the times we chatted away when we ran into each other at the beauty shop. I believe she must have been a wonderful mother because of how her children and families absolutely adored her as she did them. My sincere condolences to her entire family.Rest well sweet lady.
Vicky Patton
November 29, 2023 | Johnson City, TX | Friend
What a lady! God Bless you all.
Charles and Patsy Sharp
November 29, 2023 | Johnson City, TX | Acquaintance
She was an amazing lady. She loved Elvis, scratchoffs and family gatherings. I can see her and Aubrey dancing to Elvis amongst Heaven’s stars. TIP in sweet lady❤
Pam Jernigan
November 29, 2023 | Kingwood, TX | Friend
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Pam Jernigan
November 29, 2023 | Kingwood, TX | Friend
