Dorothy A. Rosario “Dottie”, 69, entered the Gates of Heaven on January 2, 2022 in Glendale, AZ, at Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital after a courageous battle of Heart Disease and Renal Failure. Dorothy was Born August 8, 1952 in Grants, NM. To Gregorio Rosario and Emma (Chavez) Rosario. She attended Murphy #3 Elementary School and Phoenix Union High School.
Dorothy was recently retired from United Technologies Aerospace Systems where she worked many years in Aerospace Manufacturing. Prior to working for UTAS Dorothy worked many years in the electronic business for various businesses thorough out the Greater Phoenix area.
Dorothy is survived by her children Dollie Mendez (Freddy) and Gregory Rosario (Chrystal). 5 Grandchildren, Desiree (Daniel), Monique (Jesus), Josh, Haylie and Jizelle. 7 Great-Grandchildren, Damien, Anabelle, Dominic, Victoria, Vincent, Natalia and Dahlia. 3 Sisters, Grace (Felix), Julie ( Ronnie) and Jeanie and many loved ones.
Dorothy loved spending time with her family and friends. B-I-N-G-O was her favorite game to play which she was pretty lucky at. Dorothy loved traveling and experiencing life to the fullest and made friends everywhere she went. Dorothy had a bright and energetic personality which will light up a room as soon as she entered. She was “The Life of The Party”. Her love for her grandbabies was unconditional and vice versa. She had a passion for playing music and dancing which she did often. She loved baking for her family and friends. Her banana nut bread and cookies will be missed by many. She touched many lives with her generosity and love for everyone and everything. Dorothy played the AZ lottery religiously and finally hit the “Jackpot” when she entered the gates of Heaven. Dorothy is deeply missed and loved by many. Sunday Fun-day will never be the same without her. May Dottie rest in Heavenly Paradise.
Family and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Life for Dorothy on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home. 4800 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix. A Visitation and Rosary will be held from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. with a reception to follow in the banquet room.
Anita Cota
Dottie you will truly be missed. We had some great times, baseball games, playing bingo, dances and our Murphy school get together. My prayers go out to all your family and friends who loved you.
Peggy Ross
Sending my deepest condolences to the family Dorthy was a great soul and I enjoyed every moment of know ing her and her family Heaven has gained a Queen RIP gone but never forgotten
Dollie Mendez
Love you and miss you soooooo much Mama Your wings were ready but our hearts weren’t Please keep visiting me and sending me signs Mama. My Heart is broken but knowing you will no longer be suffering makes my heart content . Thank you for being the BEST MAMA / FRIEND I could of asked for. I will cherish every memory you left and share with everyone. Love you Mama, I’ll talk to you later Rest in Paradise
Lorraine Peru
Dorothy you were an amazing soul. You were a second mother to many of us growing up in the projects. Your love for your children & grand children was unconditional, your smile & humor was contagious & your love for life was felt by us all. May God Bless your family with Peace and Understanding at this very difficult time. You will truly be miss by all of us who love you. May you Forever Rest in Heavenly Paradise. Love you Lorraine ❤
Roy Gabaldon
Dorothy it was always a treat, when I was growing up, to visit you, and Aunt Emma! I loved the stories you would tell about my Dad when you all were kids growing up. I will miss those stories, but cherish that you told them. You are at rest now, I love you my cousin, Roy.
Arlene Tafoya Moore
Dorothy my sista my friend, I will forever miss you. I loved the times we had growing up in Colfelt we had a small group of girls that will forever be sisters especially me & you cause I lived with you & your family for a short time, it was the best time ever.
My heart goes out to your family in these sad times may you rest in peace my sista until we meet again. ❤️
Wilfred and Cindy Gabaldon
It breaks my heart that you were taken so unexpectedly.
Your memory will never leave us and live long in our hearts.
Your a special lady and I will miss you forever.
We love you
Willie and Cindy
Joanne Hernandez
My dearest Aunt Dorothy, you are greatly missed. I still cant believe you are not here I miss you so much. Thank you for everything your heart, for listening always. For always being so positive. Until we meet again. I love you ❤❤❤
Pauline Dyse
If you want to know what is happiness is then, Here lies a great example of the Wisdom of Happiness; Happiness is a strong determination to show people how to be happy. This is what Ms. Dorthory did every day at work. She would come in laughing at the simplest thing and turn the morning into a get day. When she walked into a room it lit up like you were at the Super Bowl halftime Game. She always showed us the many ways you can laugh, smile, and share happiness. Ms. Dorthy give me some advice one day and now I will share it with you. You have the power to hurt yourself or to benefit yourself. if you do not choose to be happy no one can make you happy, so don’t blame it on God for that. But if you choose happiness then no one can make you unhappy. Never stop laughing RIP The Queen of laughter!! You will be forever missed!
Catrina mollon
We are sending our love and condolences. May Dorthy Rest in Paradise ❤️ Love David Gutierrez and family
Mirsa sanchez
My deepest condolences to the family and friends, Dolly I know how hard it is to loose a mother. Some days may feel unbearable and will not be easy but try to find comfort in the good memories and time that you got together my prayers are with you and yours , she was a very special lady I have so many memories of her , she made me laugh with her silliness and spontaneous jokes, I
remember when the firefighters use to come to the company she would said mija hold me, we are gonna pretend I am fainting so they can gime CPR, it hurts me to know she is gone I am trully sorry , I wish I could help ease your pain . My prayers are with you all. Rest in peace Dorothy .
Cathy Villasaez
My heart absolutely hurts for your grand loss. Sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. May the lord give you the strength and courage to overcome this time. I’m sure you already know your mom was one in a million. She will be missed but know she was loved by so many. Sending prayers and a huge hug.
Kristina Gabaldon
My deepest condolences to family and friends. Dorothy you where a wonderful person to talk and hangout with. You where a very special lady tm co me and I always had a blast everytime with you when we where together. I will always have you in my heart and memories. You will be missed but you will always be loved.
Love You,
Kristina
Sharee Servin
Sending my love and condolences to everyone ❤️
Anita Valenzuela
Dorothy you were a true friend to us the Valenzuela family. We are heart broken with your passing. You grew up with us through the years at Coffelt projects and grew up to be such a wonderful mother and friend. Your friendship was treasured. You loved dancing and was so much fun. Rest in peace dear friend know we are thinking of your family