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Dorothy Fink Obituary
May 1, 1928-July 25, 2012
Kannapolis, NC
Dorothy Lee Alwran Fink
Kannapolis, NC
"Dot" Fink passed away July 25, 2012 following several years of declining health. A
memorial service is scheduled for 3pm Sunday, July 29th at Midway United Methodist Church in Kannapolis . The Rev "Billy" Rintz and Rev. Burt Williams will officiate. The family will receive friends immediately following the service in the fellowship hall.
She was born on May 1, 1928, to the late Jacob and Maude Alwran. She graduated from Winecoff High School in 1945 and attended Pheiffer College. She wed her childhood sweetheart James W. Fink on February 6, 1949. The couple was married for 63 years.
An active member of Midway United Methodist Church, she served as a children's Sunday School teacher, a volunteer in the Mother's Morning Out Program, a member of the "Midway's Finest" Hot Dog Gang and an active member of the Hettie Womble Circle. She was also active in her community having served as a Girl Scout troop leader, and volunteered for Meals on Wheels and Cabarrus Memorial Hospital/NorthEast Medical Center.
In addition to her husband James, Dot is survived by her two children, Dale Fink and
wife Cynthia of Kannapolis; Ann Stegall and husband John of Myrtle Beach;
and five grandchildren, Jessica Fink, Erin Fink, Jake Fink, Katelyn Stegall, and Sydny
Stegall; In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a half-brother, Ford Summitt of Black Mountain.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Midway United Methodist Church (We Care Fund), 108 Bethpage Road, Kannapolis, NC 28081.
The family wishes to thank Dot's many friends who continued to brighten her days and the staffs of Morningside of Concord and Hospice for the care and compassion that Dot received while there.
Online condolences may be left at www.whitleysfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Fink
August 5, 2012
James, Dale and Ann,
We are so sorry for your loss. Dot will always hold a special place in our hearts. Her kindness to my parents over the years meant so very much to all of us. God's kingdom has just received one of earth's most precious souls.
God Bless you all,
Libby McKnight Toler
August 4, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of sorrow. Psalms 46:1 says: God is for us a refuge and strength during this difficult time and may God grant you the comfort to endure.
Kym Bradley
July 29, 2012
Dale, Cynthia, and family,
Im thinking of you all during this time. Dot is going to be missed by so many people. The best part of my work day was to find her and see that beautiful smile. I feel honored to have been able to care for her the past 4 years. She is truely an angel!
Sincerely,
Patty Lazenby Shannon
July 29, 2012
Dale & Ann, Your mother and dad helped make fond memories in my spiritual growth while growing up at Midway United Methodist Church. I always knew where they would be sitting in the sanctuary. You & your families have been faithful caregivers to both of them. Dot is now in heaven with her precious mother. James will join her soon. God be with you & your families. My parents (Cora & George Lazenby) loved them as my brother, Jimmy, & I did. Love, Patty
Tyrone and Joyce Ivey
July 29, 2012
Ann and John,
Ann we are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was such a very special lady that we loved very much.She always had that smile that would light up a room when you saw her.We pray that God will get you through this very rough time.May God Bless you !! Tyrone and Joyce Ivey
July 28, 2012
Dale & Ann,
I am truly sorry to hear of your loss, your mother was a inspiration to all of us that had the pleasure of growing up with her. She was like a mother to me and I will always remember the wonderful times we had. God has truly recieved an angel in his flock.
Scott Starnes, Salisbury N.C.
J. DAVID & LYNN COX
July 27, 2012
Dale and Cindy,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
July 27, 2012
James, So sorry to hear about your loss of Dot. She was a very sweet lady. My prayers for your faith and memories to comfort you. Love, Dean Daugherty Williams
Randy Ford
July 27, 2012
Dale & Ann: Your Mother was truly a special person. I always loved visiting them with my grandmother. Those were good times. Love to all in your family. Randy Susan & Christina
Ivan Nesbitt
July 27, 2012
Dale & Family: God is receiving a prize in His Kingdom. Your wife & mother was a very special inspiration to me and all who met her and a true "lady"in every since of the word. May God Bless each of your families.
Ivan & Zinda Nesbitt
July 26, 2012
Dale,
Suzan and I are very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a jewel - I have very fond memories of her. Sorry for your loss.
Jeff and Suzan Rodgers
Leah Wagner
July 26, 2012
Dale,
I am so very sorry for your loss. The care and love that you showed your mother must surely be a testament to the kind of woman she was.
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