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MANGURIAN,
DOROTHY, 88
Ft. Lauderdale - Dorothy J. Mangurian passed away peacefully after a long illness in her home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on March 28, 2015. She was predeceased by her devoted husband of 61 years, Harry T. Mangurian Jr., and her parents Aletha and Franklin Jones.
She is survived by her two daughters, Terry (John) Skuse of Pittsford, NY and Tracy (David) Jenkins of Ocala, FL; grandchildren Brian Skuse of New York, NY, Jeffrey Skuse of Rochester, NY, Thomas (Karen) Berry of Tampa, FL and Scott Berry of Orlando, FL; and two great-grandchildren.
Dottie graduated from Brighton High School, Rochester, NY, and Edgewood Park College, Briarcliff Manor, NY. She married her high school sweetheart Harry Mangurian Jr. and they had a long and fulfilling life together. They first resided in Rochester, NY where they raised their family and then later in Ft. Lauderdale and Ocala.
Dottie participated in many community charitable activities and enjoyed modeling for Eastman Kodak and several Ft. Lauderdale clothing retailers. She and her husband were longtime NBA basketball fans, especially loyal to the Rochester Royals and the Boston Celtics. They also bred thoroughbred race horses at Mockingbird Farm, Ocala.
In 1999, Dottie and her husband established a private foundation which supports medical, educational and environmental organizations both locally and nationally. The foundation has contributed to the Holy Cross Hospital to benefit the Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women's Center, Ft. Lauderdale.
Her family would like to thank all of her caregivers for the special kindness and care they gave Dottie.
Dottie was a member of Christ Methodist Church, Ft. Lauderdale.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association, 912 Killian Hill Road S.W., Lilburn, GA 30047: https://donate.lbda.org/
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorothy Mangurian
Ken Powers
March 25, 2021
Your memory will always be in our hearts and thoughts. Rest In Peace, beautiful lady.
Love,
Ken and Jimbo Powers
Tom Baur
April 8, 2015
A the pilot for Harry & Dottie, I fondly remember the many flights that took them all over the country.
Ken Powers
April 6, 2015
As the general manager of Mockingbird Farm in the early years, your mother and father were like my own. They were truly family to my mother Lucille and my step-father Ben and my son Jimbo. They were very special and I am sure they are in a better place and together again. May they rest in peace. My condolences to the entire family.
Sincerely,
Ken Powers
Wendy Dubrow
April 3, 2015
May your memory always shine brightly!
Alan DuBrow
April 2, 2015
Terry, I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember having lunch with her and Wendy many years ago when we first arrived in Ft. Lauderdale. She was beautiful, radiant, and charming. It was so thoughtful of her to meet us even though she was very busy. I am sure that she is in heaven after so much suffering. According to Corinthians 4:17, "for this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison." May she rest in peace and may God help you through this difficult time.
Diane Hill
April 2, 2015
Dearest Tracy,
The memories I have of your mom are so special. Growing up with you, she opened up her home to me. So many overnights, dinners in and out, even the Mai Kai! Afternoons spent at the Coral Ridge Country Club swimming and having lunch. She was always interested in what we had to say, she was so different than my own mom, because she had the time and energy to devote to us. She made me feel like one of the family. I was in awe of her, she was so beautiful and glamorous, and she was your mom! I remember her driving us everywhere. She kept such a perfect, tidy and comfortable home, whereas mine was always so chaotic! I loved just being around her, and you! Thank you for being such a huge part of my life, and for sharing your unique, kind, loving and glamorous mom with me. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May she rest in peace.
Tracy Jenkins
April 1, 2015
My mother was the most wonderfull person I have ever known.She was not only beautifull , but she was my best friend . No words can tell you how much I will miss her.
April 1, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. She leaves a great legacy which has helped countless people. Her death is not in vain.
With all our hearts,
Ashley Bayston and Herbert Geist
Lissa Schaefer
April 1, 2015
Dear Terry, I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Cherish the memories. Love, Lissa
Lissa Schaefer
April 1, 2015
Terry, I am so sorry about your Mom. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Cherish your memories and they help to keep her close.
Amy O'Day
April 1, 2015
Dear Tracy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I was fortunate to meet you and your family while working in the Thoroughbred industry in Ocala (DMW Inc). Your parents were truly a special couple and can now rest in peace together.
Wendy Dubrow
March 31, 2015
Dear Terry and family, I feel very lucky to have known your mother. She was a role model for all women. She was smart, beautiful always interested in what you had to say and independent. Your Mother and Father are together again. Two very bright shining stars. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Paul Forte
March 31, 2015
On behalf of my parents, Joseph(who recently passed away) and Arlene Forte, I want to send my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Dottie (and Harry). My mother worked at Mangurians for years in Rochester, and my father did all of its printing. We grew up 3 doors from the store on Edmonds St. Dottie and Harry were incredibly kind to my parents, both in Rochester, and in Fort Lauderdale, where my parents moved to in 1971.
The Forte family cannot thank them enough for their kindness and support over 50 years of knowing each other.
Harry and Dottie were truly special people.
Shirley Hanni
March 31, 2015
Dearest Dorothy(Dotty)J. Mangurian whom we have loved and cared for these past years
will remain in our hearts and prayers forever.
May God bless Dotty and her lovely family,
Sincerely, Shirley and Bob Hanni
Sally Fay
March 31, 2015
Terry and family,
I am so sorry. My thoughts are with you all. Sending love.
Annie Wakeley Wall
March 30, 2015
Dear Terry, I know this has been a long, hard road to travel. She has peace at last. My thoughts are with you, my friend.
Much love, Annie
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