Dorothy Blackwelder Obituary Dorothy P. Blackwelder Suffolk - Dorothy Priscilla Cedrone Blackwelder, 97, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, William F. Blackwelder, on July 14, 2017. She was born on August 17, 1919 in Newton, Massachusetts to Anna and Loreto Cedrone. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and their families. "Dottie" was active in Eastern Star and in the past had worked as a store clerk in several positions. She was a supportive wife to her husband during his 30 year naval career. Services will be held on Saturday, July 29, 3:00 pm at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Lane in Suffolk, VA, conducted by her great-niece Rev. Julie Blackwelder Holly and Rev. Keith Moore. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 prior to the service. Entombment will follow at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be registered at bakerfoster.com. Dorothy Blackwelder Obituary (1919 - 2017) - Suffolk, VA - -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.rwbakerfh.com/obituaries/obituary-listings?searchName=Dorothy+Blackwelder&page=1 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/dorothy-blackwelder-obituary?id=11133452 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/Dorothy-P-Blackwelder/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Dorothy Priscilla Cedrone Blackwelder, 97, passed away on 24 July 2017 in Suffolk. Born on 17 August 1919 in Newton, Massachusetts, she was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, William F. Blackwelder, on 14 July 2017. "Dottie" was active in Eastern Star and worked as a store clerk. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services Services were held on 29 July 2017 at Baker-Foster Funeral Home in Suffolk, VA, conducted by Rev. Julie Blackwelder Holly and Rev. Keith Moore. The family received friends prior to the service. Entombment followed at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. ### The Edited Obituary Dorothy Blackwelder Obituary Dorothy P. Blackwelder Suffolk - Dorothy Priscilla Cedrone Blackwelder, 97, passed away peacefully on 24 July 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 73 years, William F. Blackwelder, on 14 July 2017. She was born on 17 August 1919 in Newton, Massachusetts to Anna and Loreto Cedrone. She is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and their families. "Dottie" was active in Eastern Star and in the past had worked as a store clerk in several positions. She was a supportive wife to her husband during his 30 year naval career. Services will be held on Saturday, 29 July, 3:00 pm at Baker-Foster Funeral Home, 5685 Lee Farm Lane in Suffolk, VA, conducted by her great niece Rev. Julie Blackwelder Holly and Rev. Keith Moore. The family will receive friends from 2:00 to 3:00 prior to the service. Entombment will follow at Meadowbrook Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be registered at bakerfoster.com. ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | Dorothy Priscilla Cedrone Blackwelder | |---------|---------------------------------------| | Age | 97 | | Birth | 17 August 1919; Newton, Massachusetts | | Death | 24 July 2017; Suffolk | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------------------|---------------------|----------------------------| | Dorothy Priscilla Cedrone Blackwelder | Decedent | Suffolk, VA | | William F. Blackwelder | Predeceased Spouse | -- | | Anna Cedrone | Parent | Unknown | | Loreto Cedrone | Parent | Unknown | | Julie Blackwelder Holly | Great-niece | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. Dorothy was known as "Dottie" to friends and family. 2. She was active in Eastern Star. 3. She worked as a store clerk in several positions throughout her life. 4. Dorothy was a supportive wife to her husband during his 30-year naval career. 5. Condolences could be registered at bakerfoster.com.