DOROTHY MARX
September 07, 1916 - February 18, 2011
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Dorothy V. Marx, age 94 of Neenah, passed away early Friday, February 18, 2011. She was born September 7, 1916 to the late Clarence and Ruth (Brooks) Blazer in Centre Hall, PA. In 1959, she married Andrew J. Marx and moved to Wisconsin. After being born and raised in Pennsylvania, Dorothy served in WWII in the Womens Army Corps and was stationed in the United States and Panama. Upon moving to Wisconsin, she became very active in the YMCA and spent many hours volunteering at Theda Clark Medical Center. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church, Theda Clark Auxiliary, and the Neenah Historical Society. Dorothy is survived by her step-children: John (Sandra) Marx, Neenah; Mary (Leon) Van Oss, Manitowoc; 5 step-grandchildren; 6 step-great-grandchildren; and her sister, Esther Blazer Trostle; and sisters-in-law: Peggy Blazer and Ruth Blazer. She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 40 years, Andrew; and siblings: Lynn Blazer; P. Henry (Joanne) Blazer; Eunice (Jack) Reigel; and Robert Blazer. A memorial service for Dorothy will be held on Friday, February 25, 2011 at 5:00 p.m. at Neenahs Westgor Funeral Home, Rev. Robert B. Hays officiating. Military Honors will be performed directly following the Memorial Service. Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. until the hour of service. Inurnment will be in Oak Hill Cemetery. Dorothys family would like to extend a warm thank you to Heartland Hospice Care and Island Shores, especially Renee Marhefke, for their compassionate care.
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Gary Riegel
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As Dorthy's nephew, I spent many happy and fun times with Aunt Dot and Andy in Centre Hall, PA. From her nights baby sitting us and tales of her trips around the world, she never failed to entertain us. We,my twin brother and I,were even ringbearers in their wedding. She taught us the value of learning from new opportunities and experiences but she was always rooted in her central Pennsylvania upbringing.( It was amazing to me that she picked up a Wisconsin accent) She knew where the only walnut tree was in Centre Hall so she would get walnuts when they fell.What a mess! She made the best rubbarb custard pie in the world. All from scratch! She was a knitting machine. You may get a blanket, scarf or mittens that looked like Joseph's technocolor coat. "How many pairs of mittens did you knit this year Aunt Dot? Don't your fingers hurt?" was always our She taught us the value of longterm friendships. She spent many hours writing notes or sending cards (recycling any piece of paper or card she had !) or visiting friends she knew all her life. Her faith was the centerpiece of her connected life. I will miss her.
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Rbecca Riegel Ream
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"Aunt Dot" will be missed by all of her nieces,nephews,great-nieces and great-nephews here in Central Pennsylvania. When she was able, she and her beloved Andy visited PA at least once a year. They always visited as many family and friends as they could in the 2 week stay. We will miss her spirit and her wit. Thanks to all her Wisconsin family for loving her and taking care of her.