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DOROTHY A. ROBERTS


1926-2021

Dorothy A. Roberts, passed away and went to be with her Maker on April 2, 2021 at the age of 95, joining her late husband, Wilfred J. Roberts (1985).

Dorothy was born to Herman and Hannah Pleiness. She and her twin brother, August, where the youngest of seven children. Brothers, Herman, Walter, Harold; and sisters, Bertha, Minnie; and the twins, August and Dorothy.

Dorothy is survived by Chuck (Kathy) and Ron (Pam) Roberts; and grandchildren, Chris (Beth) Roberts, Tami (Stacy) Cole, Jessica (Barry) Kendall, Ryan Roberts, and Jenifer (Andrew) Pyrek; step-grandchildren, T. J. (Christina) Achatz, Pat (Diana) Achatz, and Michelle (Brent) Schmidt; and 19 great-grandchildren.

Dorothy attended Swayze, one room, country school house. She started her work career at Mueller-Brass in Port Huron, then at Huron Laundry where she met Wilfred. She often helped Wilfred with his deliveries working for Coca Cola. Upon moving to Marlette, Dorothy worked at the Marlette Community Hospital, and also worked with Wilfred as EMT’s for Marlette Ambulance Service. After moving back to Harbor Beach, Dorothy, worked in the cafeteria at Harbor Beach Community Schools until she retired.

Dorothy enjoyed many things but had a passion for flowers, gardening and her yard. She was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church Choir, Ladies Aid Society, and Women’s Missionary League. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Zion Lutheran Church Harbor Beach, the Lutheran Hour Ministries, or a charity of your choice would be appreciated.

With the current concerns over Covid-19, the family will have a graveside service and hold a celebration of Dorothy’s life this summer when all family members can be in attendance. Arrangements are being handled by the Ramsey Funeral Home of Harbor Beach. Memories can shared at www.ramseyfh.com