Dorothy F. (Souders) Anthony

Dorothy F. Anthony, of South Bend, passed away at home with her family by her side at the age of 88.  Dorothy was born on June 3, 1933 in Mishawaka to the late Leonard and Ruby (Strothers) Souders.  She worked as a nurse for Ironwood Health and Rehab for 33 years, retiring in 2003.  Dorothy was an avid quilter making baby quilts with the Ladies Aide from St. Paul’s Church. 

On January 30, 1954 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Mishawaka, IN she was united in marriage to Dale F. Anthony, who preceded her in death on March 27, 2012.

Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Rose Anthony of South Bend, son, Kent (Sarah) Anthony of South Bend, along with 4 grandchildren, and 4 great grandchildren.  She also leaves behind her two sisters in laws, Jane Souders of Colorado, and Doris Rassi of South Bend.  Dorothy was preceded in death by her sons, Wayne and Kerry Anthony, along with her sisters, Wanda Hagedorn, Norma Hartzke and brother, Leonard Souders.

Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, October 16, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 15697 New Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46544.  Graveside service and burial will immediately follow at St. Paul’s Lutheran Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions in Dorothy’s honor may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Cemetery Fund, 15697 New Rd, Mishawaka, IN 46544.

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