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Dot Mortensen Gray
1963 - 2025
BORN
1963
DIED
2025
Dot Gray Obituary
1963-2025
Sandy, Utah -Dorothy "Dot" Gallo Mortensen Gray, 62, passed away on October 3, 2025 in Salt Lake City, Utah.
She was born on March 6, 1963 in Salt Lake City to Helen Holt and Harry Gallo. She graduated from Cottonwood High School and attended the University of Utah.
Dot will be remembered for her charisma, humor, and smile. She had the ability to make friends in any room she walked in and made anyone in her presence feel welcomed. She especially loved fashion, painting, music, and dancing. Dot had a personality as bright as her favorite flower, sunflowers. Not only was she a bright personality, she was also a sensitive soul who would help anyone in need.
She had an unparalleled adoration and pride for her two sons, Jovi and Hylun, and would lovingly talk about their accomplishments any chance she could. Dot deeply loved her family and the many friends she made.
She is survived by her sons, Jovi (Alexx) Bathemess and Hylun (Haylee) Mortensen; grandson, Leo Mortensen; sisters, Kathy Salazar, Pat (Todd) Cullimore, Tina Gallo, Gloria (Tom) East; and brother, Charles (Carrie) Holt Jr. She is preceded in death by husband, Brent Gray, and former husband Danny Mortensen; parents, Helen Holt, Charles Eugene Holt Sr., and Harry Gallo; brothers-in-law, Stan Salazar, and Mike Smith.
A Celebration of Life will take place for invited family and friends.
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Lisa Prunty
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So very sorry to hear of Dots passing. I met darling Dot in the early 90´s through my late husband Gene and had so many fun memories with her over many years. I´m so glad we re-connected a few years back to catch up whenever we could get together. She had such a good memory! I will never forget her. Such a beautiful soul inside & out. Love ya girl Rest in Peace
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