Dorothy I. Wood

October 12, 1938 – February 15, 2021

In accordance with her wish cremation will take place and no services are scheduled. Memorial Contributions may be made to Talons Out Honor Flight, c/o the funeral home.  Family and friends are encouraged to leave a condolence message. Joldersma & Klein Funeral Home 917 S. Burdick St. Kalamazoo, MI 49001.

Obituary

Age 82, passed away on February 15, 2021, at Bronson Hospital. She was born in Kalamazoo, MI, on October 12, 1938, the daughter of the late Murmun and Grace (Bolhuis) Gary. Dorothy had a wonderful smile, great personality and was a joy to know. Her outgoing nature allowed her to make friends easily and she was the life of the party wherever she went. Dorothy was a hard worker who retired from ATT formerly Michigan Bell after over thirty years of service. When not working she enjoyed spending time at the beach, fishing and being around people. Above all Dorothy loved her family and leaves them with many wonderful memories to cherish. She is survived by her only daughter, Tonya (Kenneth) DeBault; two grandchildren, Bill and Ashley DeBault; great-granddaughter, Caitlin DeBault; two brothers, Delbert and Jim; several nieces, nephews and friends.

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Jodi Needham
5 years ago

Tonya, Ken, Bill, and Ashley, I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all. I love you. Hugs and kisses.

Jamie Alexander/Gary
5 years ago

Aunt Dort you were always a hoot at every Christmas. So many memories. You will be missed. Tell Grandpa and Grandma Hi. RIP Aunt Dort

Dan Gary
5 years ago

Love it when we found the time. Will miss you, but I know we will see each other again in heaven. Till then love ya Dort

Stella Gosa
5 years ago

Love and prayers go to the family in the loss of Dorothy….

Uncle Enno Bolhuis & cousin Nancy (Bolhuis) Hartman
5 years ago

Sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing. We are keeping the family in our prayers.

Julie and Randy Schrepper
5 years ago

Sadden by the news of losing our good neighbor, Dorothy. Prayers to the family. RIP Dorothy

Lorraine and Gary Cooper
5 years ago

So sorry to hear of Dorothy’s passing, she was a pleasant neighbor…