Remembering Dorothy Mae Olding, 1913-2013

Dorothy Olding lived to just five months shy of 100 years old, and her family wants to be sure those who know her have heard the news:

Dorothy Mae Olding
December 22, 1913 – July 24, 2013

Dorothy grew up in West Seattle and graduated from West Seattle High School in 1932. She is preceded in death by husband, Elmer “Shorty” Olding and son, Terry Olding (WSHS ’71). She is survived by her children, James (Carol) Olding (WSHS ’54), Donna (Dick) Bennett (WSHS ’55) and Sally Renee (WSHS ’63). She is also survived by 11 grandchildren (including Scott Davis – WSHS ’76, Ron Davis – WSHS ’78 and Jacki (Davis) Equall – WSHS ’79), 17 great grandchildren and 3 great-great grandchildren with another on the way.

At Ms. Olding’s request, there will be no service.

5 Replies to "Remembering Dorothy Mae Olding, 1913-2013"

  • Paula Tortorice July 31, 2013 (9:14 pm)

    Taylor, Jackie, Ron, and Scott,

    So sorry to hear about your loss. May she always be in your hearts. Much love…

  • Alki Resident July 31, 2013 (9:17 pm)

    She’s adorable, sad to see her pass right before her big birthday.

  • miws August 1, 2013 (7:32 am)

    Condolences to Dorothy’s family…

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    Mike

  • Vanessa August 1, 2013 (5:24 pm)

    What a sweet and darling picture of Dorothy Mae.
    May she rest in peace.

    “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.”
    Thomas Campbell

  • JW August 2, 2013 (6:19 am)

    Dorothy Mae was such a lovely woman who always had a smile on her face . She will be missed !

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