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She is survived by her daughters and son in law, Bonnie (Mark) McCown and Robin (Len) Baker both of Greenville, Ohio; son David Ford of Columbus, Ohio; grandchildren, Jantzen Baker, Brittany Baker and Brie McCown; great grandchildren, Jaylen Baker and Maddie Baker; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Dorothea was a homemaker and attended the Bethel Long Church in Longtown. She was a caring, devoted Wife, Mother, Grandmother. Dorothea always thought she was blessed to have had the opportunity to be involved in the lives of her great granddaughters for 9 years. For many years she took an active role in her community special events and activities. Her infectious sense of humor and loving smile attracted many wonderful friends throughout her life.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Holland whom she married on July 9, 1949; sister, Betty Hinton and brother, Melvin Nickens.
There will be a graveside service held on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at 2:30 PM at Bass Cemetery, Darke County, Ohio, with Pastor Pam King officiating. There will be no public visitation. Arrangements are under the direction of Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio.
It is the wishes of the family that memorial contributions be given to Heartland Hospice. Condolences for the family may be expressed through www.zecharbailey.com
