Dorothy (Dunn) James Obituary (2014)

Dorothy Evelyn James, 89, a resident of Tooele, Utah, passed from this life December 31, 2014, peacefully in her home. Dorothy was born in Bacchus, Utah, September 1, 1925 to the late Archibald Young Dunn and Kate Eveline Manning Dunn. She graduated from Cyprus High School. Dorothy married her sweetheart, Donald Arthur "Don" James January 12th, 1945. They were later sealed in the Salt Lake Temple September 19, 1979. They were always a fun loving and adventurous couple raising 4 children, entertaining and traveling throughout the United States and Far East. Don, who she adored, preceded her in death December 27, 1983. In June of 1982, after 33 years of exemplary work, which included a two year temporary tour of duty in Okinawa, Japan and Seoul, Korea, and earning many awards, respect and friendships, Dorothy retired from Tooele Army Depot as a Small Business Administrator. She then worked for Tooele County in the Treasurer's Office for nearly 6 years. A member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, she held many positions from Primary teacher to Relief Society President. In 1989, Dorothy accepted a call to serve in London, England Mission. Upon her return, she began volunteering for the Tooele Valley Hospital (presently Mountain West Medical Center) and Senior Circle where she was awarded Volunteer of Tooele County by the State of Utah in 2004. It was truly her joy to serve others. Dorothy was always positive and fun with a quick wit and wonderful sense of humor. She loved to be active, earning awards in, among other sports, horsemanship, bowling, and golf. Dorothy enjoyed writing poetry. She was a member of the Tooele Ladies Golf league, a life time member of the Tooele Bit & Spur Riding Club, the American Quarter Horse Association, Daughters of Utah Pioneers, and Senior Circle. Above all else, she loved her family and was always there to support them. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Donald A. James, son Daniel A. James, parents and siblings. She is survived by her children, Donald Alan (Cheryl) James, Char Layne (Bill) VanNoy, Dor Ann (Tom) Poyner, as well as her many grandchildren and great grandchildren. A viewing will be held Wednesday January 7 from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at Tate Mortuary. Funeral services will be Thursday January 8 at 11:00 AM at the LDS chapel 1025 West Utah Ave, Tooele, UT, with a viewing one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at the Tooele City Cemetery following the service. Thank you to Encompass Home Health and Hospice, Mountain West Medical Center, Tate Morturary and the Tooele 7th Ward for their caring and compassionate service. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Dorothy Evelyn (Dunn) James please visit our Sympathy Store.