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Dorothy Nuckolls Obituary

Dorothy Jane Nuckolls passed away on May 20, 2025, at the age of 89 in Tucson, AZ. Born on August 6, 1935, Dorothy lived a life surrounded by the people she loved and her animals. She was a cherished member of the Tucson community as a pet sitter, a neighbor, and a friend. Her presence will be greatly missed.

Dorothy is survived by her sisters, Esther Shank and MaryJo Percer; grandchildren, Jennifer Hunt, Lisa Duncan, and Scott Duncan; and numerous nieces, nephews, and their descendants. She was preceded in death by her partner, Kay Savage; her father, Charles Nuckolls; her mother, Elsie Gunield Winter; her brother, Jim Nuckolls; and her sister, Ruth Sieverling.

A memorial open house lunch to celebrate Dorothy's life will be held on Sunday, October 5, 2025, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 4266 W. Camino Nuestro, Tucson, AZ 85745.
Published by Arizona Daily Star from Sep. 10 to Sep. 14, 2025.

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Dorothy was a caring and dear neighbor. We miss her and think about her often.

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