Dorothy Wickwire Obituary

I miss you grandma

We were out of town and missed the memorial time with the family here at C.S. Our hearts grieve for you, the family, but we know Dorothy is walking hand in hand with Jesus today. Her smile was always a welcoming part of the little Black Forest Nazarene church, and she was always a willing help in any activity going on at the church. She even laughed at Joe's jokes!! We have her beautiful hump-backed trunk that her grand-parents brought West on covered wagon with all their belongings years ago. It is a treasure and has reminded us many times of them. We knew we were loved and appreciated by them as did all others who knew them. They had a "travel trailer refuge" one week-end when JoDel's parents came from SD and could not get through the snow drifts to the farm, so they left all at the Wickwires and we dug and plowed our way with the old 65 Ford pick-up, and later returned to get their car and trailer. Whenever there were activites going on at church, Joe and Dorothy were there with a smile and willingness to do whatever needed to be done. We miss the special people that God has brought across our lives through the years, but are so thankful for the blessings they have been to us. Thank you Dorothy, for all your life blessed us with. God bless your beautiful family as their hearts grieve your loss. JoDel and Ramona Jerred

What an honor to know Dorothy. She was such a wonderful Christian example. Always happy - always smiling. We look forward to seeing her again, walking up the streets of gold, reminiscing about Black Forest. Your family will be remembered in prayer and we pray God will bless each of richly. We love you all!

When we think of Joe and Dorothy, we think of feet put to ministry...we think of dedicated followers of God's will...we think of the Fruit of the Spirit lived out in daily lives...we think of people obeying the Great Commission...we think of people who see a need and help to fulfill it...we think of mentors that disciple others to know Christ in a personal way...we think of laughter and joy of the Lord oozing out of their whole being...we think of... This list could go on and on and on. Joe our love and prayers are with you as you enter this new era of your life without your precious helpmate by your side. May the Lord show you new blessings each day. Jerry, Doug, Ralph, and Marie-my, oh my, we have such fond memories of you during your teen years and adult years. How each of you has grown and blossomed in the Lord!!!! May God be with each of you and your families as you deal with the loss of your precious mom.

Rest assured we are praying for you, too.

Joe and Dorothy have been good friends for many years. Her passing was sad, and leaves us all with a large gap in life. At the same time, the passing of this fine Christian friend can be viewed, not as the coming of darkness, but the extinguishing of the candle because dawn has arrived. My love to her family.

There is nothing like the legacy of a wonderful Christian mom. Her values will live on in her family and their decendents. We are proud of her son, Doug, and thank her for raising him to be such a loyal husband to our daughter, Debbie. God bless her.

Joe, we send our love and prayers to you. Dorothy was a great friend and she will be sorely missed. She was a great mother and devoted Christian and always exemplified a Christlike spirit.We remember all the good times at Black Forest and when you came in your motorhome to visit us, especially in Texas. We were gone to a school reunion and just learned about Dorothy.

Dear Joe and family, When Doug called to tell me that Dorothy had gone to heaven, I remembered what a grand lady she had been. She was such a great mother, wife and friend. She was so full of energy and gave of herself constantly. I have so many fond memories of her playing the piano, teaching SS, listening to a friend and sharing her interesting life. She will ge missed so much by all of you. My prayers go out to you. Love, Donna Hance Hayes Mussett.

May God bless your family with wonderful memories of your mother.



Our family has been blessed because of her legacy.



Our love to you all as you remember your Mom.

Dorothy was an inspiration to all of her family and friends and a wonderful mother-in-law to my daughter Debbie. She loved the Lord and is with Him today. Blessings to Joe and family, All ourlove, Robert and Norma Meyer

My Mom is my hero, who taught me how to be a Christian and how to live life to the fullest.... thanks Mom!

Our prayers go out to you in the loss of your wife and Mother. What a blessing it is to have had a Godly mother, not only for us as children, but for our children too.

When I saw the obituary, I immediately started thinking of the many memories of our growing up years. It would be great to hear where you are all at. It has been a long time since I have heard anything about any of you. I pray you are all doing well, and abiding in the comfort that only our God can give. Shannon

We have fond memories of Dorothy & Joe and our years at Southgate Nazarene church. Heaven has a diligent and faithful servant at home now and may all who come behind her follow faithful. God bless you each one.