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Dorothea Douglas Obituary

Dorothea Bella Douglas 64, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2007 in Concord, CA, surrounded by family and friends. She was born in San Francisco and attended Star of the Sea (Grammar School and Academy), where she excelled in acting which eventually led her to modeling. She obtained her degree as a registered nurse from San Francisco City College and her BA in organizational behavior from USF. She was a world traveler; living in Istanbul, Turkey in the early 70s, and Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for nine years while working as a nurse at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital. She was a true lover of life, music, art, writing, movies, photography, theater, and good food. A loving and devoted mother and grandmother as well as an amazing friend, she loved being surrounded by people. She is survived by her son, daughter-in-law and grandson, Marcus Vincent Colombano, Kristin Kelly Colombano and Maximillian Vittorio Colombano; brother and sister-in-law, Alexander and Patricia Douglas; her sister, Mary Douglas, and by numerous aunts, cousins, nephews, and nieces. A private memorial will be held for family and close friends at 3PM on Thursday March 15 at the Neptune Society Columbarium, 1 Loraine Court, San Francisco, CA. Donations may be made in Dorothea's name and memory to the University of San Francisco Nursing Scholarship Fund.

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Mar. 10 to Mar. 12, 2007.

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35 Entries

Peter Hemmer

March 27, 2020

I am coming late to this news. I was searching for old friends from Saudi and sadly came across this news. Dorothea and I were in the same orientation class for employment at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital in Riyadh way back in 1984. Oh the fun times we had with our group! I can still hear that beautiful laugh. I left a short 2 years later to return to the States for law school and to marry my dear Jackie who was also on our group in Saudi. So many memories packed into those 2 years! Dinners out, hash-runs in the desert.... I'm just sad that we lost touch. Never got to share our joy of 3 children (and subsequent 5 grandchildren) with her. Don't let dear friends get away. I am just so saddened by this, even 13 years after her passing. We love you Dorothea. Thanks for brightening up Riyadh for us! Rest in peace.

Joyce Donohue

March 5, 2008

March 5, 2008

Dear Dorothea,

I miss you so much. I haven't been able to write until now. It's been a tough year losing both you & my Mom & so close together. I am sure you have met by now in that wonderful new home. I lit my home candle for you today,---and am thinking of many great memories--that New Year's night in North Beach wheeling you around in the wheelchair(what fun!), my 50th party that you & John surprised me with, those working days at Cal Pac, our get togethers when you came back for visits ( I love my earrings & locket)-you were so good with just the right gift. You were always there for me when I had an asthma attack. I wish I could have been there for you. Wish you could have come to see our new home. It's a beautiful place but I still miss our times in SF. Bye for now. Thank you so much for your friendship & you will be in my thoughts often. My condolences to your family. I know it hasn't been easy.
Love ya, Joyce

Alison Bloomfield

April 15, 2007

Dear Dorothea, You were like a second mother to me for a big portion of my life, and have alwasy been a great friend. Thank you for your beautiful giving spirit and tremendous heart. May your spirit rest in peace, and sing and act and dance to your heart's content.

Maggie Bowmaker-Jones now DOMINEY

April 11, 2007

From 1992 - 1996 at King Faisal Hospital, Riyadh we were a small group of women who called ourselves THE SAUDI GOLDEN GIRLS.We were survivers, always laughing and planning things to do. They were the best of times and memories keep us close. You were a forever friend - Maggie

Cari Booth

March 23, 2007

Dorothea-Thank you for your sweet unwavering friendship in the uncertain world we shared in Saudi. There are many moments to remember, in the hospital with the children, going out, surviving--better than anyone I can think of, your spirit intact, enjoying the richness of life. Once you told me, "When you go to Paris for the first time, go with someone you love." Cari Milby Booth

Rita and Bill Anderson

March 20, 2007

Dorothea will be remembered by everyone who has had the privilege of meeting her, especially the Saudi expat community. She was a wonderful, happy and caring person. As you share the stories and the memories of how she lived her life and how very much she meant, may you find comfort and throughout this difficult time, may you also know the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for all your family.
Remembered by Rita and Bill Anderson, KFSHRC Riyadh and Cookeville TN

John Arkley

March 19, 2007

I did not know Dorothea personally but remember her from involvement with David Donabie's 'Theatre Go Round' and 'Donabie presents....'. Always a bubbly and friendly individual and I'm sure she will be sorely missed.

March 19, 2007

Dorthea was a shooting star and lightened up the place in Saudi. I never new her as well as Cory,Marc, and the gang. I enjoyed her acting and joyful self.

Love to her family and friends. What great memories you share of such a lovely lady who will be sorely missed.

March 16, 2007

Susan (Favre) Estep

March 16, 2007

From coast to coast, and around the world, the loss of your bright smile and happy attack of life will leave many a little emptier. I'll miss you so much. My sympathy is with her family, who she loved so much.

Robin Scribner

March 16, 2007

You were the best of the best dear friend. I will cherish your memory always. Thanks. I was honored to call you 'friend'. Miss you.

Michael Bagnod

March 15, 2007

I bid a fond Good-by to a sweet lady I'll always remember the fun times that we shared at Star of the Sea. I thank you for the memories we shared at our 50th Reunion. I'm sending my warmest condolences to your family. My prayers go out to you and them.......Michael S. Bagnod

Juana Smith

March 15, 2007

Dorothea, you will be missed. Thank you for having shared your thoughts and life experiences with those around you. You brought us so much laugher with both your tales and with your sweet smile and laughter.

Charlene Ossler

March 15, 2007

Drothea touched many lives - and all of us are better for having known her. Her compassion paired with her clinical expertise were a gift to the world. Her kindnesses will live on as we hold her in our hearts.

Dan & Betty Phelan

March 14, 2007

To a dear person who we are so glad to have known. The twinkle in your eyes and that lovely smile will always be with us. May your family gain strength from the wonderful memories they hold dear.

Kris Houck

March 14, 2007

I am so sorry to hear of Dorothea's passing. It was such a pleasure working with you, Dorothea. I could always recognize your cheerful voice on the phone before you even announced yourself. Kaiser and the world has lost a wonderful colleague. I'll miss our 'tele-giggles'. You made work fun! Peace and joy to you in your new "home".

Colista Isadore

March 14, 2007

I am truly going to miss Dorothea. I remember one day at work, she and I joined hands and skipped down the hall singing, "Hail, Hail The Gangs All Here". Our co-workers thought we had lost our minds, they roared in laughter.

Nancy Douglas

March 14, 2007

My dear Auntie,

You were a kindred spirit and very much a mentor to me throughout my life. Thank you for your encouragement, your advice, and the many happy times we shared together. Your memory will live on in me and my daughter so that generations from now, children in this family will still be looking at photos and telling stories of your life, wishing that they too could have known you.

See you in my dreams,

Nancy

March 13, 2007

Paige Ellis

March 13, 2007

I was truly sorry to hear of Dorothea's death. She was a pleasure to work with and I will miss her cheerful disposition and sense of humor.

Lorraine (Peterson) Latreille

March 13, 2007

I was sorry to hear about Dorothea's passing. My condolences go out to her family and friends in their loss. May Dorothea rest in peace.

Doreen Cortes

March 13, 2007

Dorthea,
I remember the first day I met you, lost in the halls at Star, on your way to seventh grade. Somehow it doesn't seem all that long ago. God bless you Dorthea. Doreen McKinnon Cortes

Liz Drake-Ladouceur

March 12, 2007

Dorthea,
I will miss your sparkling smile! You will be missed. Liz

Deborah Smith Toure (Pacific Bell / Kaiser HCO)

March 12, 2007

I was very saddened to learn of your home-going.There are so many things that I could say here - but you already know.

Rita Gonsalves

March 12, 2007

Dorothea:

Our Love goes with you on your journey to the Father. We will miss you so much. Your kindness and loving ways will always be remembered. Safe Journey

With All our Love
Rita, Phyllis, Mark & Family

Paul Spurlock

March 12, 2007

Dorothea,
Although we only met on a few occassions, you will be missed.
Riyadh, 1983 - 1989

Your beautiful face.

Loretta Dingler

March 10, 2007

My dear friend and cousin, always the same if we saw each other all the time or once a year. I will miss your sweet face. I will love you and miss you, until we can be together again. Save a place near to you for me. All my love.

DD w Frank Kee & Marc Tarpenning Woodside CA 3/06

Frank & Josee Kee

March 10, 2007

DD erkkk! How can you leave so suddenly without us getting to see you again? Heard by the grapevine you won an all expense lifetime paid trip to the New World Resort that has everything you ever dreamed of. Wow cool.. good for you…You deserve it. It was wonderful being able to share some moments with you. We will always remember the great times together, the laughs, and the fond memories of Riyadh Saudi Arabia, your theatrical plays, the SF Bay Area and of course that infamous Kenya Safari. We will miss you! -hugs & love

Mary Douglas

March 10, 2007

Peace and Love be with you and follow you to your next journey. Barb and I will miss you deeply. You have made such an impression in my life. Without your guidance I would have been lost. I Love You and will miss you.

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