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Dorothy McPherson Obituary
Dorothy McPherson
Aug. 5, 1933 - Jan. 15, 2021
MERRILLVILLE, IN - Dorothy McPherson, age 87 of Merrillville, IN, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2021. She was born on August 5, 1933 in East Chicago, IN to Evan and Anna (Skopelja) Bulatovich, both of whom preceded her in death.
She is survived by her children: Rhonda Jewell (Aaron) of Raleigh NC, Dean McPherson (Rose) of Miller Beach, IN, and Dee Anna McPherson of Mill Valley, CA; and by her grandchildren: Kristina McPherson of Chicago IL, Michael McPherson of Valparaiso, IN, Jordan Jewell of Raleigh, NC, Anna Jewell (Matt) of Raleigh, NC, Jacob Jewell (Graziella) of Raleigh, NC, and Alex La Monica of Mill Valley, CA.
She was also preceded in death by her son, Jeff McPherson in 2018, her grandson, Dean Jr. in 2011, and by her two brothers.
Dorothy loved having fun with family and friends. She loved gardening, the beach, sunsets, sports, and faithfully read her Bible and prayed for us.
There will be a celebration of Dorothy's life later this summer.
Professional arrangements are entrusted to the White-Love Funeral Home, Chesterton, IN. Memories may be shared at: www.whitelovefuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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