Dorothy Ann Goetschius
December 19, 1952 - July 25, 2024
Chester, Virginia
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Dorothy Ann Goetschius
December 19, 1952 - July 25, 2024
Chester, Virginia
Obituary
Dorothy Ann Goetschius, 71, of Chester, VA went to be with the Lord on Thursday, July 25, 2024. She was born on December 19, 1952 in York, South Carolina to the late Walter Lee Paul and Marilyn Mildred Holt. She is also preceded in death by the love of her life, John Edward Goetschius, they were married for 30 years; brothers, Jerry and Danny Paul; and sister, Joan Greene.
She is survived by her son, Bruce Kenimer (April); brother, Walter Carlton Paul (Sonya); grandsons, James Kenimer (Ansley), Thomas Kenimer (Turrissa), and Nathaniel Williams; granddaughter, Caroline Williams; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Lovingly referred to as Grandma Ann, she never met a stranger. She enjoyed amateur photography, nature/bird watching, traveling, trips to the beach with friends, especially Tybee Island, Georgia. Ann was always the life of the party, and always the premiere hostess. She enjoyed life and encouraged others to do the same. Ann was a loving grandmother and friend.
A special thanks to Patricia, Enid, Carl, Sharon, Debra & April for all their help in caring for her.
There will be a Celebration of Life on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at her home at 4:00 p.m. Please RSVP to April Kenimer. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, Scout Troop 2819, Smitty’s Cat Rescue/Shelter, or your local SPCA.
Celebration of Life
- Date & Time: August 17, 2024 (4:00 PM)
- Venue: Ann's Home
Wounded Warrior Project
- Address: P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675 - (Get Directions)
- Website: https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/Default.aspx?tsid=11585&ovr_acv_id=16821&campaignSource=ONLINE&source=BS24001AAABREAA&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwtZK1BhDuARIsAAy2Vzsx9fiCN9QlfgVfrPimFAHP1_RQFc_vI2-Ns8sZJCYX5CRvs1XQWu0aAg33EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
- Phone Number: (855) 448-3997
- Description: Your generous, tax-deductible donation to Wounded Warrior Project® (WWP) will change the lives of over 1 million injured warriors, caregivers, and family members. You will help bring independence back to our nation’s most severely wounded veterans.
Smitty's Cat Rescue
- Address: 13508 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Chester, VA 23831 - (Get Directions)
- Website: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=AJZ65DS7ZY84L&source=url&ssrt=1722102838074
- Email Address: smittyscatrescueshelter@yahoo.com
- Phone Number: (804) 370-3955
- Description: Our goal is to help the homeless & feral cat population get under control by spaying, neutering, and offering human interaction to help the cats find their forever homes.
Scout Troop 2819 Chester
- Address: 12201 Richmond St, Chester, VA 23831 - (Get Directions)
- Website: https://www.troopwebhost.org/Troop2819Chester/Index.htm
SPCA Of Petersburg & Colonial Heights
- Address: 104 Pickwick Ave, Colonial Heights, VA 23834 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 526-7722
4 responses to Dorothy Ann Goetschius
Myron and Reggie Johnson says:
July 27, 2024
I can’t find the words to say how much I will miss you 😢 You were the Cookie Lady for Makhi….he truly loved you and you returned that love over and over. We will miss you 🥰
Patricia Valsechi says:
July 28, 2024
My dear BFF of 40+ years. I will miss you dearly! But I am so thankful that you are now pain free, residing in Heaven and back in the arms of your true love! 💕 As you would always say, Nite, Nite, don’t let the bed bugs bite! Here’s to a shot of Jack Fire and call it a day!
Elizebeth Holmes says:
July 30, 2024
She was an amazing, kind, and loving lady! She did so much for so many! She will be greatly missed! I will forever be grateful to her for all of the love, caring, and kindness that she gave my son. I rejoice that she has been reunited with the love of her life and is pain free and carefree now! God bless!
Tammy & Bruce Webb says:
July 30, 2024
Bruce, April and family We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless!