Mrs. Dorothy Speed Eason

Mrs. Dorothy Speed Eason obituary, Tallahassee, FL

Mrs. Dorothy Speed Eason

Dorothy Eason Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Strong & Jones Funeral Home - Tallahassee on Jul. 11, 2022.
Dorothy Speed Eason, age 80, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 9, 2022. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving daughter, Amanda Eason of Tallahassee, FL and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Aldonia Speed and Osbon Speed; brother, Willie C.Speed. Dorothy was a member of the Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. She retired in 1994 from Florida A&M University after 30 years of service. Dorothy was also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., The Charmettes, Inc, and FAMU National Alumni Association. Graveside service will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at Oakland Cemetery, 838 North Bronough Street, Tallahassee, FL 32303. Viewing will be from 12 (Noon) to 6 P.M. Monday, July 18, 2022 at Strong and Jones Funeral Home, 629 West Brevard St. Tallahassee, Florida 32304.
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July 21, 2022

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Velda Green Alexander

July 21, 2022

My condolences to my cousin, may God ease your pain. We are here for you! Your aunt Rosa daughter & family.

Marian Bellamy Gibbons

July 19, 2022

Prayers for and condolences to the Family on the loss of our beloved sister, Dorothy "Dot" Speed, who we were honored to know as a friend. She will be greatly missed. Rest in the care of the Lord for great is your reward in the Kingdom.

Louise Cook Dennis

July 17, 2022

My heartfelt sympathy, prayers and love to Dot's family. She was kind, loyal, independent and extremely witty. We shared Smokey Hollow,Bond Jr. High, Lincoln High and FAMU experiences/memories.The pain will subside but the wonderful memories will last forever.

Jacquelyn Martin Walker

July 16, 2022

Sincere condolences to my HS classmate´s family May God grant them peace during this loss

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