Dorothy Thompson

Dorothy had a zest for life. She loved to travel, dance, attend plays and concerts. Music was an important part of her life. She played the organ in church and the piano at home, preferring jazz and the big band sounds that she grew up with.

Dorothy married Clifford Thompson of Eden and raised a family. She also worked outside the home as a teller at two local banks — Sterling Trust in Johnson and then Franklin Lamoille in Hyde Park. Throughout her life she enjoyed jobs that involved working with the public.

Dorothy remained close to those with whom she grew up. She especially enjoyed the annual reunions with extended family that took place in Stannard for many years, and which continue to this day.

With her death, she leaves her children and their families, Fonda (Scott) of New York, Pamela (Brian) of Massachusetts and Alison of Massachusetts; grandchildren, Amelia (Kyle) of New York and Danika (Mark) of Iowa; great-grandchildren, Colin, Ben and Lizzie; and her sister, Evelyn of New Hampshire.

Dorothy was predeceased by her dear friend, Clifford; her sister, Katherine;  cousins, Jinny, Mavis and Stewart; and her half-siblings, Bernie, Dorcas and Harry.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at 11 a.m. at the Second Congregational Church in Hyde Park.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a Vermont charity in her memory.