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Dorothy Shorts Obituary

Shorts, Dorothy "DoDo" (Nee Flejter) Of Waukesha. Passed away peacefully Sat., Oct 6, 2012, age 88. Loving mother of Linda (Al) Ristow, Paul (Betty) Shorts and Lauren (Erik) Boos. Dear grandma of Carly Hofmann, Maggie Ristow, Jamie (Rorey) Kroening, Katie Shorts and Casey Shorts. Beloved sister of Paul (Bev) Flejter, Jim Flejter and George (Marilyn) Flejter. Preceded in death by her sons Eric and Craig Shorts. Further survived by great-grandchildren, nieces nephews other relatives and friends. Private family services were held. Special thanks to Ellen, Sandy and all of the caregivers at St. Johns Manor and Gentiva Hospice for their compassionate care. "STUFF" HAPPENS

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Oct. 14, 2012.

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Carly Beth Hofmann

August 26, 2020

I’m sorry I was not there to say my goodbyes grandma. I miss you very much. It’s because of you that I have my stained glass business today. Keep an eye on Dad and Lany for me and give them a big hug and kiss from me please. I love you grandma!❤ Love Carly

October 19, 2012

Lauren, Linda, Paul,
Your Mum has a very special place in our hearts. Auntie 'Dode' was a great Auntie and we had a lot of fun with her. We are so sorry for your loss.

Our love to you and family. . .
Erica and Rich

Bill and Cheryl Robbins

October 14, 2012

Psul and Betty, our thoughts and prayers are with both of you and your family. It is never easy to lose a parent.

Jacki Schleicher

October 14, 2012

Paul and Betty, sorry to hear about your mom/mom-in-law. Death is final but being Christians you know there is a wonderful time after...My prayers are with you and yours!

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