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1953
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2017
Dorian Kreiling Obituary
Phoenix - Dorian Roberta Kreiling, age 64, passed peacefully in her sleep after a well fought battle with cancer on December 4th, 2017.
Dorian was born September 23, 1953 in Huntington Station NY, went to Concordia Teachers college in River Forest, Illinois, worked for an insurance company and later worked at AIBT a technical college helping youth get an education. She, in 2002, received her real estate license and rose to become a well-respected real estate professional in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dorian is survived by her beloved wife and partner of more than 18 years, Melinda Murphy, along with her brothers Mark Kreiling and Bill Sullivan, sons Dan and David Preuss, grandchildren Jared, Erik, Taylor, Danielle, Joshua, Brendon, and Noah Preuss,. Also John and Joan Liemer her favorite aunt and uncle, niece Lacy Magnolia and nephew Colton Kreiling, as well as many loving cousins and many friends. She was adored by so many!
Dorian committed both faith and action to disadvantaged youth stigmatized in the LGBT community. As a foster parent, she and her wife Melinda fostered seven at risk youth in their home, and are very proud of all their foster kids and grandkids. Dorian was widely known for her humor and 'stand-up comedian' talents. She was also a faithful reader of the obituary page, yet in her zeal for life she never wrote her own obituary. If you are reading this in the newspaper - GRAB A PEN NOW! (…right, Dorian?!)
A celebration of life will be held in Phoenix on January 20th 2017 at Beatitudes Church 555 W Glendale Ave 2:00 pm In lieu of flowers, please donate to the the Community Church of Hope (www.communitychurchofhope.com) or One-in-Ten organization (www.onenten.org)
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorian Kreiling
Amy Robertson
December 25, 2023
Still miss you and your witty messages. RIP dear friend.
Kathy Preuss Troost
October 12, 2023
Oh Dor, what can I say. I know you see all of our grandchildren growing. Erik with 2 kids. And Noah getting his pilot license. I know he is protected by you and Bob when he is in the air.I know you and Bob are together making everyone laugh. See you soon my Dorian.
Nan Cie Hamilton-Cole
December 26, 2021
Your star shines bright in the sky my friend. Your spirit still resonates in my heart and always will.
Nan Hamilton-Cole
December 25, 2020
Dorian has always been a bright and shining star in my life,...and always will be. Her energy and kindness lives on. Till we meet again my dear friend.
Amy Robertson
December 25, 2020
I sure miss her quick wit, laughter and sound advice. Love to Melinda.
Nan Hamilton
December 29, 2019
Dorians laughter and love of life will forever impact my spirit. Miss you my friend,...
Sue (Streich) Marcinkowski
March 13, 2018
Just received word of this sad news through our college magazine. Though I only knew you for two years - you made such a connection in my life. I loved my first trip to New York to visit your family over the Thanksgiving holiday and our long drive back to RF in your Jeep. I know there are smiling faces in heaven now because your sense of humor was fabulous. I have used your line "Got any hot gossip, tales of lust or violence, stories of outright perversion..." so many times - but no one could say it like you. God bless you Dorian and my sympathy to your life partner.
Gloria DeMoura
January 30, 2018
SHE WILL BRIGHTEN THE HEAVENS AS SHE DID THIS EARTH!!!
Kyle Paskey
January 20, 2018
The world has lost a wonderful and dear person. Art Schneider and Kyle Paskey
Wendy Brewer
January 20, 2018
I will be missing your happy face and Beautiful Spirit. Prayers up for your loved ones (Wendy)
Sallea Unger
January 20, 2018
Your humor and smile will be missed by all who knew you.
Valissa Witmer
January 20, 2018
I met Dorian when Melinda and I were singing with AZWIT. She was a vibrant strong woman with dancing eyes, a beautiful smile and a great laugh and a humor that I could identify with immediately. I remember when they began fostering children. They always took the children who had been the most traumatized. Their home was a sea of calm and acceptance that provided the peace and love these little souls needed in order to begin their own healing journey. During that time I offered to care for the 2 boys for an entire weekend so they could that they could take some much needed vacation time for themselves. I remember coming to meet the boys and review their routines and schedule. Being a nurse and babysitting hundreds of children and teens I wasn't worried about my abilities to care for them. Dorian and Melinda's "notebook" of schedules and routines and attention to detail, well it was more detailed than any Nursing Care Plan I had ever written or been assigned!! But in my mind it was a perfect reflection of the love and kindness of who they were. Their love and admiration for one another impacted all of their friends, family,acquaintances and clients in such an incredible way. Dorian and Melinda were pillars of the community, they were committed to providing the time and effort to serve LGBTQ at risk youth and so much more. Dorian, your kindness and joyful attitude was contagious. You were a gem, filled with joy and compassion. You leave a gaping hole in those lives and organizations you shone your light upon. We are ALL grateful to what you brought to the planet. May you rest peacefully with returned memory and shine your light to Melinda and your family and friends. No soul ever dies, they just change form. Enjoy your wings....
larry hamilton
January 18, 2018
i remember the first time I met the both of you.it was a great time.you guys had just bought your motor home and was camping with are group at the time.i was your camping neighbor to the side of you guys in the tent.
Shane Burleson
January 11, 2018
A true soul loved by many and I consider myself so lucky to have known Dorian as a friend and business partner! So many memories of all the good times we had together whether working in Real Estate, Rv'ing, lunch & dinner dates, pedicures or coffee - most importantly just enjoying life! You are so missed and have left a lasting impression upon my heart! Hugs to Melinda - I LOVE YOU!
Michele Dore'
January 9, 2018
Melinda:
Dorian was quite something....always a smile on her face with a witty and humorous comment to be shared. I feel quite lucky in having known her.
She was also good with kids and really had a big heart. Both you and Dorian were so helpful when my father died in 2003, and I will always remember that.
January 7, 2018
Dear Melinda,
My heart hurts for you. I am so sorry to hear the news of Dorian. I hope that your sweet memories of her helps to ease some of the pain of her loss. I will hold you and your family in my hearts and prayers. Much love, Mary Beth Markus
Gloriana Hunter
January 7, 2018
Thank you Dorian, for all the help and support you and Melinda gave my sister, Sarah when her husband passed. You secured her a beautiful home where she could continue to thrive with her children. You had a wonderfully positive impact on our family, and I will always appreciate you. Gloriana Hunter
Michael Ryan
January 7, 2018
I treasured working with Dorian and Melinda. I saw greatness their work and learned much about life and strong ethics. Dorian, I miss you.
Silver Rose
January 5, 2018
I only know Dorian through Melinda. I can tell Imissed a gem. My love is with you, Melinda and all who love and miss her. -Silver Rose
January 4, 2018
Dorian was generous and kind hearted to people she didn't even know well. I am the recipient of one of her random acts of kindness. Her character is her testimony.
Linda Sharp
January 4, 2018
We didn't know her well, but we loved because Melinda loved her. Hugs and deepest condolences. Linda and Danielle from Payson.
January 4, 2018
Beautiful smile, wicked sense of humor, a witty comedian. A kind hearted woman who gave joy to all she came in contact with. You and Melinda have always been pilliars of our community. You've both given so much to foster children and LGBTQ youth thru your work with one n ten. I am grateful our paths crossed and sad that there won't be more times to share. May Melinda, your children and grandchildren feel your warmth inside them and their memories hold them in a place of peace and love....
January 4, 2018
Dorian always seemed to me to be fully present in the now. She would turn her eyes to you and she was there, with her whole self. Over the years, we went house hunting, we laughed, we shared serious stories of our lives, we enjoyed a bite to eat or a glass of wine, and we were happily present at those moments. I am sad that we didn't get to see each other one more time before she continued on her spirit journey, but she touched me and everyone she knew with the light of her essential warmth, good humor, and kindness, and I am grateful to have known her. I hope that with time, the memories of the terrible struggle of these last several months will fade and both Dorian and those who have loved her will remember only the essential happy light she shone in this life. Godspeed, dear girl! I hope we meet again one day. Wishing peace and comfort to Melinda and all who mourn your loss in their lives. xoxo
Thomas Cannon
January 4, 2018
I will miss her, she was a wonderful caring person.
Gregg Murphy
January 4, 2018
l miss you. I love you. You will always be part of the family. And you are forever in Melinda's heart. But you already know all of this, don't you Dorian? But I don't want to say goodbye... I'll just say.... I'll see you around...
Maggie Oakley
January 3, 2018
What a beautiful picture of Dorian.
She will be missed by so many people who loved her.
January 2, 2018
Dorian in the short time I knew you it was always apparent to me and really so clear that you were a stand up person and truly a good egg. You will be missed by many. Thank you for all you contributed to our community in fostering children and caring for and about others.
To Melinda, your sons, brothers, grandchildren and family members I am so sorry for your loss. May the memories of all she brought to your lives be with you always and bring you a tremendous amount of joy and comfort. Sending you a lot of love.
Deborah Jamieson
January 2, 2018
I remember the first time I met Dorian. She was subbing for Melinda, a broker I had been working with about a month. She was friendly and upbeat, and I liked her immediately, but I really knew I was with the right brokers when she pointed out all the things wrong with the house I was finding tempting on that second visit to it. She asked numerous questions about my likes and dislikes and needs, and clearly was more interested in finding the right place for me than in just making a sale. After I bought another house, my husband and I truly enjoyed our long dinner with Dorian and Melinda discovering what wonderful people they were. The world should not have lost so valuable a person so early.
January 1, 2018
Melinda,
I am so sad about the passing of Dorian. Life is beautiful and hard all at the same time. You and Dorian helped make our time in Ireland delightful. I send love and light. Suzann Werner
Tami Swearingin
January 1, 2018
Melinda, Mark and Family,
I know there are no words of comfort at a time like this, but hopefully the love and friendship of those that knew Dorian will help to lighten your hearts.
Her smile and friendship will be missed.
Love,
Tami
Amy Robertson
January 1, 2018
Dear Melinda and family,
Dorian was a light and inspiration to a great many people. Her kindness was without limits as was her friendship. I feel blessed to have been her friend and love her. Her advice to me has been invaluable. In her passing, she's left a void physically but her presence will remain in the hearts of all who loved and admired her.
Blessings,
Amy
Michele Futrell
December 31, 2017
Dorian, thank you for brightening our world with your smile. I wish I would have gotten to know you better, but I saw the affect you had on Melinda's life and am ever grateful to you for that. Rest peacefully.
Nan Cie Hamilton-Cole
December 31, 2017
Dorian was an amazing person with an exuberant personality that touched everyone fortunate enough to be in and around her life. Her smile-big and bright- was an extension of her happy heart and passion for the joys of life.
I remain blessed for all she gave to me and so many others. Her courage and strength thru the challenges of life were nothing less than remarkable. She never lost who she was.
Love you Perky,... always have and always will.
Tracy Morris
December 31, 2017
Such a treat to have gotten to known Dorian. Sharp, dynamic, beautiful lady. Thank you for sharing your gifts and life with us. Love always
Gail Smith
December 31, 2017
Such a beautiful tribute, and a loving legacy. Condolences
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