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Dorothy Daganhardt Obituary
Dorothy Daganhardt passed away peacefully on January 19, 2021 at Care-Age of Brookfield. She was 89 years old. Loving mother of Mary Baker and Kathy Woyahn. Adoring grandmother of Amy (Dan) Sazama, Ashley Woyahn (Lucas), and Amanda (Robert) Chapel. Cherished great-grandmother of Mason, Jackson, and Penelope. Dearest sister of John Keyes and Tom Keyes. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents Earl and Dorothy Keyes, her brother Jim Keyes, her daughter Elizabeth Tegge, and her grandson Tom Tegge.
Dorothy was born on November 11th, 1931 and spent her youth in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. She attended Wauwatosa High School, Marquette University and went on to teach at Fort Atkinson High School. In her adult life she lived in Waukesha where she was a loving mom and entrepreneur. Dorothy started Midwest Magazine Services, which she ran for 30 years. Dorothy's life was lived through prayer and her deep Catholic faith. She loved volunteering at St. William's Church, taking trips to Door County, and serving the underprivileged in her community.
Private family services will be held on Monday January 25, 2021 at 11:00 AM. Dorothy's Funeral Service will be live streamed. Please see the Becker Ritter Funeral Home website for a link to view Dorothy's Funeral Service.
Dorothy's family would like to extend their deepest thanks to the wonderful caregivers at Mission Creek Assisted Living Waukesha, Care-Age of Brookfield and Allay Hospice Inc.
In lieu of flowers, donations made to St. Williams Parish in Waukesha would be appreciated.
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Memories and Condolences
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LaVerne Griesberg
January 23, 2021
I played Bridge for many years with Dorothy in the St Luke´s Bridge group. She was always the gracious hostess and a very sharp player. I remember her smile and happy attitude.
Sally Schultz Norcia
January 23, 2021
I have many fond memories of Mrs. Daganhardt. Kathy and I were close friends during our high school years and remember just how strong of a faith she had. I can relate to the pain of losing your mother, my mother departed this earth just two days ago. Kathy, if you read this, Zelda ( the nickname you gave her) always remembered you floating in our pool and bringing us ice cream from the chocolate factory! May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Elizabeth Schwartz
January 23, 2021
While I only knew Dorothy for a short while, I will remember her always. Sending love and comfort to her family and friends.
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