Dorothy S. "DoAnn" Anthofer

DoAnn Anthofer, born on March 30, 1930, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2023 at age 93. She is survived by her son, Michael Anthofer and his wife, Norma of Danville, CA; daughter, Karin Caldwell and her husband, Kent of Walnut Creek; cherished grandchildren, Michelle, Eric and Anna; and two great grandchildren, Emma and Terra. DoAnn touched the lives of many people with her love, humor and compassion. She was a 64-year resident of Walnut Creek. She was born in Detroit, MI and graduated from Portage High School in Kalamazoo, MI, where she was valedictorian. She then attended Western Michigan University before meeting her beloved husband, Erv. They wed in November, 1950 and were married for 56 years until Erv's passing in December, 2006. DoAnn was also predeceased by her parents, Bertram and Marie Scheff, and her two brothers, Donald and John. DoAnn was a devoted homemaker, beloved wife, mother and grandmother. She was an original member of the Ahwahnee Guild, that raised money for the building of John Muir Hospital in the 1960's. A private memorial service, celebration of her life and burial will be held at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery.