Dorothy Mitchell Kline, 96, died Friday, February 1, 2019 in Gatesville, Texas where she was a resident.
Services will be 10:30 am Tuesday, February 5, 2019 at Waco Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with A. C. Painter officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 pm Monday, February 4, 2019 at Bellmead Funeral Home.
Dorothy was born June 9, 1922 in Ft. Collins, Colorado to Herbert and Mildred (Kerns) Mitchell. She married Alfred Kline on April 15, 1940 in Laramie, Wyoming. Dorothy and Al had three sons, Jerry, Ron and Gene. After moving to Texas Dorothy worked for many years at La Vega Elementary until retiring. Dorothy and Al were two of only four Charter Members of the Timbercrest Baptist Church in Bellmead. She loved to crochet, embroider, make ceramics and collect Dolls. She also enjoyed playing the Organ, Piano, violin, guitar and singing in the church choir. Dorothy was also a volunteer for Meals on Wheels and the Salvation Army.
In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Al; 2 sons, Ron and Gene; and a grandson, Greg.
Survivors include her sisters, Darlene Just of Ft. Collins, Colorado and Donna Hartman of Casper, Wyoming; her son, Jerry Kline and wife, Carolyn of Valley Mills, Texas; grandson, Steve Kline and wife, Sadie of Lorena, Texas; granddaughter, LaDonna Kline Young and husband, Gary of Robinson;3 great-grandchildren, Kara Haynes, Megan Oliver and Tanner Kline; 2 great-great-grandchildren, Brynley Haynes and Khloe Oliver; and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Condolences(7)
Gene Lyon
Watkinsville, GA Tuesday, February 19, 2019 Al and Dot were part of the foundation of Timber Crest Baptist Church. They were instrumental in the lives of many of us who grew up in the Orchard Lane, Kendall Lane, TimberCrest area. The Kline Family will live on in all our memories.Lou Anne Blake Nichols
Plano, TX Tuesday, February 19, 2019 Such a sweet lady & my mom's best friend. They shared many good times at Timbercrest & La Vega..Ron Holub
Waco, TX Tuesday, February 19, 2019 Prayers to Jerry and all the family. So many fond memories of the Kline family.Bill Mefford
Eddy, TX Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Gene and family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Bill MeffordKathy Davis
Woodway, TX Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Thank you for the honor of allowing us to care for sweet Dot in her last days She was sincerely loved by so many people and such a delight to be around. Please accept sincere condolences from the entire team at Providence Hospice.Kathy Davis RN
William Mathews
Waco, TX Sunday, February 3, 2019 Sorry to hear about your Mother she raised some remarkablechildren.Some whom I consider great friends
Betty Darlene Lipsey Brannon
Magnolia, TX Sunday, February 3, 2019 Ms. Kline, you, my mom, Beth Branch passing so close together. Oh, all the sweet laughter and stories you must be sharing. You always had an infectious smile, warm hug and caring heart. Mom ( Lil Lipsey) so enjoyed your company, phone calls and having you as dear friend so long. I loved watching you playing the organ snd piano at church. Your sweet voice as you sang. Eight years ago you gifted my twin grandson with beautiful blue crocheted blankets. Still have them. I've always treasured them because they were from you. May God watch over your family as they grieve and try to move forward. I know the pain, sadness and that void they feel. May all the sweet memories of your mom, grandmother, great grandmother be with you always, as a reminder of how much she loved you. My heart and prayers are with your family. God truly gifted everyone who came in contact with Ms. Klein. She was one special lady and I know she will be missed.