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Dorothy Anne Joplin

1930 - 2021

Dorothy Anne Joplin

1930 - 2021

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BORN

1930

DIED

2021

Dorothy Joplin Obituary

Published by Victoria Times Colonist from Feb. 27 to Mar. 1, 2021.

JOPLIN, Dorothy Anne July 11, 1930 - February 16, 2021 After a fall in August of 2020, Dorothy thought it would be best for her if she moved to Amica Arbutus Manor. She happily resided there until mid-February at which time she was taken to Vancouver General Hospital where she peacefully passed away of a stroke. Dorothy was born in Victoria, B.C. to Winter Cook and Thelma (Bonsall) Cook. She is predeceased by her parents, her brother Douglas, and her beloved husband Fred (2003). Dorothy was an outgoing, kind neighbour and friend who enriched the lives of others with her flamboyant personality and her 'joie de vivre'. She lived a multifaceted life. Some of her involvements included the opera, PR for the Empress Hotel, and as a fundraiser who supported many causes. Irreplaceable... Dorothy will forever be... Post Covid restrictions, a memorial gathering will be held. Dorothy will be laid to rest next to her husband Fred in Chemainus Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined in favour of donations to: BC Children's Hospital Food Allergy Immunotherapy (FAIT) Program. https://www.bcchr.ca/foodallergy Walkey & Company Funeral Directors 604 738-0006

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Diedre

June 24, 2024

My name is Diedre Creech I took care of Dorothy at Las Fuentas convalescent Hospital in the 90's in Prescott AZ

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Wendy

March 2, 2021

Dorothy came into my life but for a short period of time. Her bubbly and colourful personality, left me with a lasting impression.
She had a personality that one never forgets. My life had been enriched by hers.
Wendy Eastgaard
Victoria

Angus Wilkinson

February 27, 2021

Dorothy and I worked at The Empress Hotel in 1969-72. When I first went there as Controller Dorothy managed the Purdy's Chocolate Shop and then became the PR Director of the hotel when Louis Finamore was GM. She was the most vibrant personality on the staff and was liked by all. Although this was along time ago we have remained in touch during her life in Vancouver and have enjoyed lunches together. Her husband Fred was in my Rotary Club and in 2013 Dorothy came to Victoria for a memorial lunch at the Bengal Bar remembering Louis Finamore our GM. May she rest in peace.... a personality not to be forgotten.

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