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Catherine Dobbs Obituary

CATHERINE SMITH DOBBS, passed away peacefully at her home Saturday, September 29, 2007 at the age of 90 years. Mrs. Dobbs was born in Peoria, Illinois and moved to Memphis to attend Southwestern College (now Rhodes College). While at Southwestern, she was a member of Chi-Omega Sorority. Mrs. Dobbs was married for 61 years to the late James K. Dobbs, Jr. whom she met after college. Mrs. Dobbs was an active member of The Junior League of Memphis, a former member of The Memphis Country Club, and also was a member of Second Presbyterian Church. Most of all, Mrs. Dobbs loved her family and was most happy spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her daughter, Katie Eleazer; sons, John C. Dobbs and James K. Dobbs III; as well as seven grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be sent to the charity of the donor's choice. Memorial Park Funeral Home is in charge. Visitation will be Wednesday, October 3, 10 a.m. at the funeral home with Graveside services to follow at 11 a.m. Memorial Park Funeral Home 901-767-8930

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Published by The Commercial Appeal on Oct. 2, 2007.

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Helen Cochran

October 4, 2007

Dear Katie and Ed, Johnny and Jimmy,
Please accept my sympathies on your mother's passing. I have such fond memories of her when we were all growing up. She was a very gracious lady.

Helen Ohman Cochran

Mishia Shaw-Thomas

October 3, 2007

My aunt Freddie Louise Williams was the longtime personal cook for your family and I will always have fond memories of The Dobbs Family. From our family to yours, we wish to express our deepest sympathy, but find joy and peace in knowing that Mrs. Dobbs is at rest!

james bartlett

October 2, 2007

Never had the honor to meet Mrs.
or Mr Dobbs but if her offspring
are any indication of her character, integrity, humor and honosty I'd say she was a great
lady and had a wonderfull life.
Jim Bartlett - Palm Springs, CA

Ellen & Ken Clark

October 2, 2007

With fond memories of a lovely and gracious neighbor, and profound condolences for her three caring children.

Staff of Memorial Park Funeral Home & Cemeteries & Cemeteries

October 2, 2007

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