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2018

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Dorothy Wolverton Obituary

Dorothy Ann Wolverton,80, of Rockville, Indiana passed away peacefully June 1 at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, surrounded by family. She is survived by her husband of nearly 62 years, Raymond Wolverton. Dorothy had 5 children; Nancy (Gale) of Rosemark, TN, the late Raymond (Clare) of Bartlett, IL, Joseph (Francesca) of Hackensack, NJ, Janet (Joe) ofArlington, TX, and William (Julie) of Burlington, NC. She had 7 grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her son Raymond, her sister Betty and brother Rolland. Born in Chicago, November 26, 1937. She was a graduate of Carl Schurz High School. She was an infant nurse at Elmhurst Hospital in ELmhurst, IL. She was a long time Girl Scout Leader. Dorothy retired to Parke County, Indiana in 1999. She was a member of the Parke County Extension Club, Ladies Chorus. She demonstrated quilting at Billie Creek Village. She belonged to numerous clubs and organizations. She was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Rockville. In keeping with her wishes, there will be no funeral. Memorial Mass will be held on Sunday, July 1 at 11:15 AM – St. Joseph Church, Rockville, IN with Fr. Varghese Maliakkal officiating and a luncheon to follow in Holy Family Hall. Memorial Contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Shriner's Hospital for Children. Giovanini Funeral Home in Clinton, Indiana is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jun. 7, 2018.

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St. Joseph Church

Rockville, IN

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