Search by Name

Search by Name

Marjorie Dotson Obituary

DOTSON, MARJORIE DARLENE Passed away on Friday night, September 2, 2005 at the Highland Manor in Mesquite, Nevada. She was born in Quincy Township, Adams County, Iowa on August 23, 1920 to Cecil and Louisa Thomas Beckwith. Marjorie grew up in the farm country of Iowa and she graduated from Corning High School in Iowa in 1938. On April 8, 1939 she married Russell F. Dotson of the same area. They were later divorced in 1975. Marjorie has been a resident of this area since 1982. Russell preceded her in death, as well as both parents Cecil and Louisa; three brothers Clesson, Theodore, and Duane; two sisters Violet and Gladys (Barnes). She was also preceded in death by her grandson, Rusty Wilson. Survivors include one son Dennis Dotson of San Pedro, CA; two daughters, Sheryl Ungar of Saugus, CA; Sharon Bell of Desert Springs (Beaver Dam), AZ; one sister, Fondeen Westphal of Bridgewater, IA, one brother, Thomas Beckwith of Lake Forest, CA; seven grandchildren, Mike Wilson, Dusty Wilson, Daphne Dotson, Devon Dotson, Terry Ungar Bock, Greg Unger; 15 great grandchildren, Cassie Bock Shaffer, Stefan Bock, Tristen Bock, Fallon Bock, Samantha Wilson, Rachel Wilson, Nicholas Wilson, Brienna Wilson, Kasey Wilson, Kyle Wilson, Irving Gomez Wilson, Brittny Wilson, Michelle Ungar, Kathryn Ungar, Nathan Ungar; and two great great grandchildren, Bailey Shaffer and Luke Shaffer. A short memorial service is scheduled for Wednesday, September 7, 2005 at 9:30 a.m. at Highland Manor, 202 Pioneer Blvd., Mesquite, Nevada. Graveside services will be at a later date, at Crestlawn Memorial Cemetery in Riverside, CA. Arrangements under the direction of Virgin Valley Mortuary, 702 346-6060.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Press-Enterprise on Sep. 7, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Marjorie Dotson

Not sure what to say?





Make a Donation
in Marjorie Dotson's name

Memorial Events
for Marjorie Dotson

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

People and places connected with Marjorie
How to support Marjorie's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Marjorie Dotson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more