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Dorothy Weger Obituary
She was born on Dec. 11, 1934, in Jamaica, N.Y., to Paul and Marjorie Barthel.
Dorothy is survived by her loving husband, Chester Weger, along with her five children, Michael, Catherine, Patricia, James and Linda, and two stepchildren, Donnie and Kim and their respective families. In addition she had five grandchildren, four step-grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Dorothy is further survived by her beloved dog, Coco.
Dorothy married her first husband and the father of her children, Charles P. Cummiskey, in 1953. Being a military wife, Dorothy lived in numerous parts of the country but the majority of her life was spent in what she considered her "home," the great state of Alaska.
She married Chester on June 26, 1989, in Honolulu, Hawaii. They spent 21 happy years together.
Dorothy worked at Elmendorf AFB most of 41 years, primarily in the Civil Engineering Squadron. She retired in 2006.
She loved Elvis, had a passion for antiques, shopping and gambling. She loved her "little pretties," as she so lovingly called them. She was very talented and loved spending hours crocheting beautiful afghans for the ones she loved, which shall always be treasured. Dorothy was known for her apple pie and her famous potato salad and these two items were always requested at family and friend gatherings.
Dorothy was beautiful, loving, generous and witty, along with having a streak of tenacity that made her the unique person that she was. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Anyone who truly knew Dorothy would agree that she lived her life like her favorite Elvis song: "My Way."
Her daughter Linda writes:" My Mommy, my best friend, the magnitude of the loss that I will feel throughout the years without you will be always be present. My precious Mom -- I LOVE YOU! Your little girl always."
In honor of her wishes no memorial services will be held. Memories of Dorothy can be sent to Chet Weger at [email protected] or Linda Cummiskey at [email protected]
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Weger
Ron Pitts
March 10, 2011
Dorothy was truly a wonderful person, a great boss and friend. I first met Dorothy in 1967 on my return from Shemya AFB. She was always looking out for the Civil Engineering airman. She hired me to work for her at Command CE in 1983. She taught me many things especially grammer when writing Air Force Communication, my letters would have so much red marking after she proofed them I thought they were bleeding. I will never forget her. She will be missed by all whose lives she touched. Ron Pitts
robert cummiskey
February 24, 2011
To my grandma i will miss you so much, there is not a day that will go bye that you won't be missed, love you always
Jeff
February 22, 2011
My deepest thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.
February 22, 2011
Dorothy was such a wonderful lady and such a great friend to my mother, who passed away a few year ago. My mom, Mary Jones, was Dorthy's hairdresser and good friend for as long as I can remember! I used to love to pop in and listen to those two chat on Saturday afternoons! Dororthy was a wonderful woman and she will greatly missed! WE LOVE YOU DOROTHY!!! Tami, Mary Jones' daughter
Diane Skiles
February 22, 2011
The degree of loss is overwhelming. She was my "Kindred Spirit" and although Heaven is probably a brighter place, I cannot help but believe she left us too soon. Dorothy was an exceptional woman in every way; bright, sparkling, wonderful and inspiring. There was no one like her in all the world. I will always be grateful for her presence in my life, and I will miss her for the rest of my life. My sincere condolences to all.
Linda & Violet Cummiskey
February 22, 2011
My Mom,
As each day goes by, we miss you more and more! WE LOVE YOU! Your little girl and her little girl.
Tom Carrier
February 22, 2011
Chet and family, our sympathy is with you. We know you will miss Dot very much, she was truly a unique person. For many of Tom's 31 years at Elmendorf she and Tom were partners in many projects. Tom & Donna Carrier
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