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Dorothea “Dot” Mae Smith

Date of Death: September 30, 2023

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Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Wednesday 10/4, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Thursday 10/5, 1:00 pm

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Cemetery
Mount Olive Cemetery
327 Mt Olive Rd
Frederick County, VA 22602
(540) 667-2012 |
Thursday 10/5

Dorothea Mae Smith, 83 of Winchester, VA, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023 quietly at home.

Dorothea was born in 1940 in Oakland, MD, the daughter of the late, Carl B. Poling and Geraldine (Johnson) Schultz. She was a graduate of Patterson Park High School in Baltimore, MD. Dorothea worked as a legal secretary for Baltimore County Police, FEMA, Frederick County Sheriff’s Office in VA and retired from National Fruit. She attended Lighthouse Full Gospel Church in Stephens City. Dorothea was a member of the Eagles Ladies Auxiliary, VFW Auxiliary and Ladies of the Moose.

She married Richard Wilson Smith, Sr. on July 20, 1957 in Baltimore, MD. He preceded her in death on August 19, 2014.

Dorothea is survived by her daughter, Sherry Lynn Bohnenkamp of Winchester, VA; sons, Richard Wilson Smith, Jr. (Pamela) of Capon Bridge, WV, John Kevin Smith (Crystal) of Winchester, VA; grandchildren, Leroy Kuh, Katherine “Katie” Smith, Victoria “Tori” Smith, Christina Graham, Christopher “Buck” Graham, Christina “Tina” Rogers, Michael Bohnenkamp, Justin Bohnenkamp, Cameron Smith and Isabella Smith; great-grandchildren, Hailee Jenkins, Madison “Madi” Smith, Trey Jenkins, William Kuh and Kenedy Kuh.

The family would like to thank Dr. Hawari and also Blue Ridge Hospice for their care and attentiveness.

A visitation will be held for Dorothea on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 from 6pm to 8pm with a service the following day, Thursday, October 5, 2023 at 1pm, all held at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. Interment will be in Mount Olive Cemetery. Officiating will be Reverend Paul E. Markee.

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Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Wednesday 10/4, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Thursday 10/5, 1:00 pm
Cemetery
Mount Olive Cemetery
327 Mt Olive Rd
Frederick County, VA 22602
(540) 667-2012 | Map
Thursday 10/5

Dorothea Mae Smith, 83 of Winchester, VA, passed away on Saturday, September 30, 2023 quietly at home. Dorothea was born in 1940 in Oakland, MD, the daughter of the late, Carl B. Poling and Geraldine (Johnson) Schultz. She was a graduate of Patterson Park High School in Baltimore, MD. Dorothea worked as a legal secretaryContinue Reading

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Calvin L. Neighbors left a message on November 15, 2023:
John and Family... You have our deepest sympathies. May God Bless and comfort you. Miss Dot was always nice and kind to my Dad and me. Calvin and Oneta, Mom, Dad and Martha...
Donnie & Peggy Kerns left a message on October 5, 2023:
Prayers to the Smith Family. She was a very sweet lady.RIP Mrs. Smith. Donald & Peggy Kerns
Pat & Pam Grim left a message on October 4, 2023:
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family! Your mom always greeted us with a sweet smile even if she couldnt remember who we were at times. She was always bragging on how good her kids were to her. Rest in peace dear lady.
Janet Nesselrodt left a message on October 4, 2023:
Prayers for the Smith Family
Belinda Rosenberger left a message on October 4, 2023:
John , We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother Dotty . I am so glad that I got to meet her , she was a very sweet and lovely Lady . Our prayers and thoughts are with You and your Family . Belinda (Wendy ) , Ryan and Ruth . The Rosenberger Family
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Yvonne Shuck left a message on October 3, 2023:
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Yvonne Shuck left a message on October 3, 2023:
She was a beautiful lady. My mom and Dot would have the best time together. The laughter and love would fill the room when they would get together. Now they can continue with that love they had for each other. RIP beautiful lady. You will be truly missed. I love you.
Janet Propst Smith left a message on October 3, 2023:
I am so sorry for your loss. Dot was always so nice to our family. I can’t make the service but will be thinking of the family during the next few days with prayers. Sending love to all!
Melanie left a message on October 3, 2023:
My Dear Friend ♥ I know that today you walk with Jesus. What a beautiful life legacy you leave behind. I will miss your beautiful smile and your laughter. Dot you were a blessing to me and I know you will be missed by so many! Sending love and prayers of peace and comfort to all of her family and friends!
Sara warren left a message on October 2, 2023:
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for your family.
Mary Smith left a message on October 2, 2023:
Sherry, John and Rick, So sorry about your Mom. I truly loved her.. Glad I spent time with her a few weeks ago.. I can’t make it to the funeral . I’m having medical problems. Sorry. Sending love and prayers.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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