Dorothy Scales

Dorothy Scales

Dorothy Scales Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hendersons Funeral & Cremation Care - Des Moines on Nov. 8, 2025.

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Dorothy Scales, 62, of Des Moines, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Services are pending.

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DeboraRobinson

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Dot I can't believe it I don't want to believe it you will be truly missed my condolences to the family rip Dot gone but never forgotten

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