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Dorothy Seamonson Obituary
Seamonson, Dorothy Mae
STOUGHTON - Dorothy Mae Seamonson, age 92, of Stoughton, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital. She was born on April 24, 1928, in Madison, and raised by her grandparents, Fred and Freida Tiedeman, in Middleton. Dorothy married Donald Seamonson on Nov. 17, 1956, at Bethel Lutheran Church in Madison. Throughout their marriage, Donald affectionately referred to her as "Jolly Dot." Dorothy worked as a secretary for USAFI, FDIC and the VA Hospital. Following retirement, she worked at Stoughton Walmart in the fabric department for many years. Dorothy was a member of Covenant Lutheran Church. She enjoyed sewing, cooking and baking with her key lime pie winning a prize twice at the fair. Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Dona (Jim) Backus; two sons, Alan (Kristi) and Mark Seamonson; three grandchildren, Kylen (Brian) Whitmore and Kalvin and Karter Seamonson; and two great-granddaughters, Caroline and Lucy Whitmore. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald. Due to COVID-19, private services will be held. Burial will take place at Lutheran South Cemetery. A public visitation will be held outside at GUNDERSON STOUGHTON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1358 Hwy. 51 N. at Jackson St., Stoughton, from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., on Monday, Sept. 21, 2020. Memorials may be made to Covenant Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Jeanne A. Schwass-Long
September 14, 2022
I remember her pleasant mannerisms and smile. Always a pleasant woman. She was excellent doing her job in the fabric department at Walmart! Thinking fondly of her.
Jeanne Schwass-Long
Jeanne Schwass-Long
October 2, 2020
Dorothy was one of the sweetest ladies I know. Walmart fabric section had one of the best when she was working! Prayers and comfort to Dorothy's family.
Kay Seamonson
September 21, 2020
With deepest sympathy to the family. Dorothy always had a beautiful smile and Personality. So sorry I didn't get the information until 5:30 today and am in Milwaukee so couldn't make the visitation.
Betty Seamonson
September 21, 2020
Dorothy was a very special friend who made the world a nicer place just by being in it! Her memories and kindness to me will be in my heart forever!
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Steve and Monica Slinde and family
September 20, 2020
We were sad to hear of Dorothy passing. She was a very nice person end will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
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