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Dorothy Florence Colley

1924 - 2015

Dorothy Florence Colley obituary, 1924-2015, South Jordan, UT

BORN

1924

DIED

2015

Dorothy Colley Obituary

Dorothy Florence Hotz Colley died in South Jordan on March 1, 2015. She was born in Somerville, Mass. to John Peter and Anna (Litwin) Hotz on Oct. 31, 1924. On Aug. 9, 1950, she married Donald Grant Colley Jr. in Cambridge, Mass. Later in life, Dorothy graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree from Harvard University.
Surviving Dorothy are her children: Faith and Thomas Wadleigh, Grant and Meegan Colley, Heather and Taylor Brady; grandchildren: Matthew and Angela Barron, Jason and Jackie Barron; great-grandchildren: William, Joshua, James, Grace, Justin, Jonah, Josie and Cecilia Barron. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and sisters and brothers-in-law: Mary Hotz Milligan (James) and Helen Hotz Mott (Miles).
Interment will be in the Westview Cemetery in Lexington, Mass. on Friday, March 6, 2015. A memorial service will be held at the Concordia Church, 292 West Shore Road, Warwick, R.I. on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 1 p.m.

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Published by Southern Rhode Island Newspapers from Mar. 4 to Mar. 10, 2015.

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March 7, 2015

Dorothy was a wonderful and kind neighbor. We miss her wisdom and her hats and her smile. Kitty & Donna

Mariah Almonte

March 7, 2015

The many times that I saw Dorothy at Concordia, she showed herself to be a grand and gentle Lady. An inspiration!
Thank you dear Dorothy, for your well placed energies and foreward thinking, which continue to benefit your legacy, as The Concordia Center for Spiritual Living.
Blessings to the family.

Ann-Marie Mann

March 6, 2015

She is missed. Her smile , her kindness. It is with a heavy heart and deep sadness that I say goodbye to you. Till I see you again Dorothy.

Ann-Marie Mann

March 5, 2015

Dear Grant, Faith and Family - On behalf of Concordia Community, We send our deepest heart felt love to each of you at this time of your Dorothy's passing. May you discover strength and may the presence and blessings of Dorothy's love always be felt. We will remember her with the sweetest fondness. Our prayers are with you - Loving Regards, Laurie and Ian Taylor

March 4, 2015

Dorothy was a true spiritual friend. I will always remember her wonderful smile, wisdom. The laughter and great times we had . I just know she is feeling more then alive dancing in heavenly delight with Don. Pease be with you always Dorothy. God bless, much love, Jay Brunelle

Pat Rose

March 4, 2015

My prayers and sympathy go out to the entire family. You couldn't ask for better neighbors than Don and Dorothy. There was never a negative word or thought from either. She was the most caring , kind and gentle person you will ever meet. The concern and friendship she had for Skip during his illness will be with me forever. May she rest in peace with the love of her life Don.

March 4, 2015

Dorothy was an inspiration on how to live a peaceful life. Her enthusiasm and energy were boundless. She was a joy to have as a neighbor. We truly miss her. - Jeff & Mary Shepherd

March 3, 2015

We miss Dorothy and her beautiful willful spirit! We were very fortunate to have the time we had in our neighborhood and the friendship she gave so generously to all. Love, Gary and Margaret

March 3, 2015

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise found in 1 Thessalonians 4 : 14 can bring you some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

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Memorial service

7:00 p.m.

Legacy House of South Jordan

1517 Temple Lane, South Jordan, UT

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Interment

Westview Cemetery

Lexington, MA

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7

Memorial service

1:00 p.m.

Concordia Church

292 West Shore Road, Warwick, RI

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