Dorothy "Dot" C. West

1937 - 2016

Dorothy "Dot" C. West obituary, 1937-2016, Homewood, AL

BORN

1937

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Ridout's Valley Chapel

1800 Oxmoor Road

Homewood, Alabama

Dorothy "Dot" West Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 17, 2016.

Dorothy "Dot" Connolly West left us on February 16, 2016, after a struggle with heart failure.
Dot taught at Our Lady of Sorrows School for the 47 years, where she retired the past May.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Glynn West and her parents Jimmy and Erin Connolly. Dot was a loving mother of three children: Debbie Newton (Joe), Shane West (Jenny) and Candy West; and seven grandchildren: Caleb Newton, Daniel Newton (Meegan), Michael West (Elizabeth), Erin Crowley (Charles), Matthew West, Sarah Newton and Patrick West.

The family will receive friends on Saturday, February 20, 2016 from 10:00 am until 12 noon with the funeral mass following at 12 noon at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church. Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery.

Memorials in memory of Dot West may be made to the American Heart Association.

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February 20, 2016

Marilyn NICHOLS

Shane Debbie and candy at this time I know very hard to lose your mom but know that she's in a better place she was well loved and now she's with your dad

February 19, 2016

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

February 19, 2016

Josephine R Jovings

Rest in peace Dot. You will be remembered by many.

February 19, 2016

Laurie Crowley

Debbie and family, we are so sorry and are holding each of you in our hearts and prayers.

Much love.
Allen, Laurie, Josh and Meagan

February 18, 2016

Margarita Diaz

She was well loved and will continue to be so in her next journey

February 18, 2016

Sr. Judith Dianne McGowan

Shane, Debbie, Candy,
Sending my love, prayers and deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother.She was one fine lady and I enjoyed working with her so many years ago at OLS and have cherished her friendship over many years since then.
Love and God bless,
Sr. Judith Dianne

February 18, 2016

Paula Smith

Love and Prayers to the family. I am really going to miss Dot. She has been a great friend and customer for many many years.

February 17, 2016

Gina and Tim Smith

So sorry to hear about Mrs.West. She taught my second oldest and was loved by so many! She was his first teacher. Great memories. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.

February 17, 2016

Cheri & Andy Grundhoefer

Dear Debbie, Shane & Candy,
We are so sorry for your loss. We loved your mom. Dot was one of the first teachers that I met when I began teaching at OLS. She was always so good and kind to me & Andyhis 1st teacher. Dot touched the lives of so many of us and we are all so blessed to have known her.
She was so proud of all of you and would light up when she talked about you and her precious grandchildren. We know your dad is happy now that she is in heaven with him. You all have another angel watching over you.
We are praying that your family & friends will comfort you and that the loving memories of your mom will help you smile again. During this time of loss may God surround you with His love and may His presence fill your hearts with peace.
God bless all of you.
Love & Prayers,
Cheri & Andy Grundhoefer

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Memorial Events
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Feb

20

Calling hours

10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church

AL

Feb

20

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church

AL

Funeral services provided by:

Ridout's Valley Chapel

1800 Oxmoor Road, Homewood, AL 35209

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