Dorothy Fletcher
August 09, 2017
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Dorothy Ellen Fletcher, entered the world December 15, 1923 and departed August 09, 2017, in Des Moines to parents Carl Hoder and Ellen Elizabeth Morine.
Some of Dorothy’s early life was spent in Duluth, Minnesota and Hancock, Michigan. She returned to Des Moines in her early teens. In time, the love of her life, Ernest “Fletch” Fletcher, and Dorothy were married in Norfolk, West Virginia, July 2, 1943 during WWII era.
She is survived by three children, Gary (Carolyn), Rebecca (Tom), and Kathy (John). Her family includes 5 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, brother, Harold; and niece, Kristin and husband, Arron.
Dorothy was fondly known as GG by many of her family members.
Dorothy is best remembered for her exuberant, generous, congenial, compassionate spirit. She was ever present with willing hand, encouraging word, support and unconditional love. Her famed gold ball cap carried many a grandchild’s golf match, soccer game, baseball tournament, even her beloved Hawkeyes, to victory! A glass of wine and hearty laugh initiated a GG party.
Our GG instilled lifelong values that guided us towards meaningful work, honesty, love, and humor. She will be our role model forever, and missed eternally.
Graveside services will take place at 2:00 pm on Tuesday, August 15, 2017 at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery, 1 NE 60th Avenue, Des Moines.
The family requests all memorials be directed to Mercy Hospice-Johnston or St. Stephens Lutheran Church, Urbandale, Iowa.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Shorty & Bernie Rullestad
08/19/2017
We have so many Wonderful Memories of your Mother and of course your Dad.
She will be greatly missed by all those who loved and knew her.
Shorty and Bernie
Paula Omvig
08/17/2017
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom, Kathy. We have been out of town and I just heard. Sometimes it seemed like Dorothy and I were following each other around town because I would run into her so frequently, usually at a grocery store. She was such a nice lady and I always enjoyed our visits. Prayers for you and your family.
Rodger Gatton
08/17/2017
I did not know Dorothy well. She was a first cousin to my mom. I expect they saw each other, maybe played together when they were kids, or hung out together when they were older. The last time I saw her was when my sister and I had lunch with her, Harold, and Kris, which I'm sorry to say was several years ago. I remember her as a very sweet lady, and fun. My sister Ruth and I planned to visit with her again, talked about going to see her several times. But, as sometimes happens, days go by, then weeks and months, and before you know it, it's too late. I do regret that I never got to know Dorothy better, because, from what I've heard from others, I know it was my loss that I didn't.
carol lynn fenimore-mathis
08/15/2017
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Dorothy. She was always so cheerful and friendly. My sincere sympathy to all of you.
Verlyn and Diane Bailly
08/15/2017
Our condolences to the family.
Dorothy will be missed so much!
Your smile, sense of humor and that twinkle in your eyes will never be forgotten. A wonderful life and legacy of love.... precious memories.
Terry & Bev Lantz
08/14/2017
To the family of Dorothy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. She lite up St. Stephen Lutheran Church with her smile always. We will miss her.
Todd, Kaitlyn, Kelsie Mapes
08/13/2017
Dorothy,
You were such a wonderful lady, it was always nice to see you when we had family gatherings. Your joy always brought a smile to our faces. We loved you very much and you'll always be in our hearts.
Love,
Todd, Kaitlyn, & Kelsie Mapes