Dorothea Grace Pender
August 27, 2022
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Dorothea Grace Pender, passed away on August 27, 2022 at her home in Des Moines, Iowa. Dorothea was born on January 18, 1927 in Clive, Iowa to Harry and Julia (Sweeney) Fisher.
In 1944, Dorothea graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy. She married Donald Pender in 1951 and they had three children. Donald passed away in 1966. Dorothea raised her three children with help from many aunts, uncles and neighbors. She returned to the work force as the secretary at St. Anthony’s School. Dorothea retired in 1996 from the Polk County Treasurer’s office. After retirement, she enjoyed working in her yard every summer. Planting flowers and a small garden.
Dorothea was preceded in death by her parents Harry and Julia Fisher, her husband Donald Pender, sister Josephine Hoff, and brother Harry Fisher, Jr.
Dorothea is survived by her children Regina Thornton (Dan), Carla Labus (Scott) and William Pender, five grandchildren Brooke, Andy, Thomas, Jeff and Adam, and four great-grandchildren Makynzie, Isabelle, Everly and Theo.
Family would like to thank Unity Point Hospice and a special thanks to Starla (her night caregiver) for the last year from Caring Hearts.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated day at 11:00 a.m., Friday, September 2, 2022 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 15 Indianola Avenue. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Private graveside service will be held at Glendale Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to St. Anthony Catholic Church in Dorothea’s memory.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Carol buban herrig
09/02/2022
She was the best neighbor and I work with her at the Polk County TReasurer office.I was proud to call her my special friend may she Rest In Peace.love you Mrs. CLean.💙❤💚🙏
Terri Buban
09/02/2022
Dorothea was like a second mother to all of SE 3rd kids. Especially the Buban kids. She will truly be missed. RIP Mrs.Clean
Kim Buban Stitt
09/02/2022
Dorothea was one of the sweetest, kindest person Ive had the pleasure to know. She kept a watchful eye out for all of us on SE 3rd Street. You will be dearly missed. Thank you for keeping the light on SE 3rd Street for so long !!!!!
Missy O'Conner
09/02/2022
They sure dont make them like Dorothea anymore!! My kids always loved when she came out with the bag of homemade cookies!! She will be missed terribly!!
Glenda Cogley
09/02/2022
So sorry for the loss of your momshe was a great lady. I worked with her at the treasurers office for almost 10 years. After she retired we kept in touch over the phone. By best memory was a phone call she made to me when someone asked her about their renewal notice and she said she went to the basement and got her notes to refer tobut that wasnt helping her answer their question. I told her those notes were so out dated she should just throw them out! Cherish all the memories of this sweet lady! Hugs and prayers to your family.
Ted Floden
09/01/2022
From long time friends. Going to miss her so much...such a wonderful person..
Sorry and all our love to the family...
Ted and Luella Floden..
Carol Powell
09/01/2022
Oh my Beautiful Mrs. Pender! Best Secretary at SAS School!
and HyVee Customer!
Regina, you know how much she meant to me!
Love to You All!!
Toni Fuller
08/31/2022
So sorry Regina, Carla and Scott for the loss of your mom! She was a amazing strong woman who had so much love for her children and grandchildren! I know she always loved to get her hair done and I was the lucky person who saw her every week and did her hair. I looked forward every week to seeing her, she always had coffee and something wonderful she would bake with the coffee. She loved her home and was very excited about Christmas had the most beautiful tree ever!! She always made me feel at home, I felt she was my EARTH Mother, since I lost my mom at 36. She had class and was beautiful inside and out with such a great sense of humor.. You will be missed by me dear friend Dorothea !
Torry Simmons
08/30/2022
We feel so fortunate to have known Dorothea since moving next door to her 10 years ago. Dorothea always had a kind word and a beautiful smile. She made a point of bringing cards over for my grandson at holidays and his birthday. We loved seeing Dorothea out in the yard wearing her wellies and a scarf, tending to her beautiful flowers. She was a such a joy and bright spot in the neighborhood. To a life well lived! Much love and prayers from Torry, Jill, Vincent and Maddie ❤
Judi and Jim McConachie
08/30/2022
Gina, we are sending our prayers for the loss of your mom. She was a strong and lovely person and she lived a blessed long life. You are fortunate to have had such a special mom.
Steve schnoebelen
08/30/2022
From the Schnoebelen family to yours we are so sorry for the passing of Dottie. Our parents were close to her and I know their thoughts and prayers are flowing out to her and your family. She was loved by many and lived a blessed life. Peace to her and your family.
Stephanie Chumbley Johnson
08/30/2022
She was a lovely lady who watched me grow up in our neighborhood and at my mom's work. She was family! Her family and mine (the Buban crew) grew up together. To my mom-Carol and I she will always be "Mrs Clean" ! To Carla, Scott & Brooke you will be in my thoughts and prayers. PS...Mrs Clean and Ms Buban are now having a heck of a good time :^D
Deb Lane
08/30/2022
Bill we are sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was a sweet lady and know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Harry Louis Fisher
08/29/2022
As a nephew to aunt Dottie we were blessed with her humor that definitely passed on to her children (my cousins). My dad spoke that one of the hardest thing he experienced in his life was the loss of uncle Don. He said this was one of the profound things in his life that changed him. I am glad Dorothy is reunited with her siblings and Don. Sending prayers to Regina, Carla, and big Bill. Love you all. Im glad my children got to meet all of you.