Dottie was born in Minneapolis, Minn., on Nov. 3, 1920, the daughter of Floyd and Carrie Dell Blacketor Estabrook. At the age of 2, Dottie's mother passed away, so her grandparents Jeremiah and Ida Estabrook embraced the opportunity to raise her. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother, Byron. She attended Woodrow Elementary School during her youth, and with great pride Dottie graduated from Rochester High School with the Class of 1938.
Dorothy and Arthur were high school classmates and friends. They attended the senior prom as a couple. It was a few years after high school in 1941 that their romance resurfaced and evolved into a serious relationship just prior to Art's departure to serve our country with the U.S. Army during World War II. On July 12, 1944, in Ft. Monroe, Va., Dottie married her best friend and the love of her life, Arthur L. Weaver. Art continued to serve his tour of duty while Dottie served as secretary to the General at the Base at Ft. Monroe. Their union spanned 56 years and produced two handsome sons, Daniel and Matthew. Later the family tree grew with the additions of two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Returning home following Art's honorable discharge, Dottie worked as a secretary for the Haskett & Smith Insurance Agency. After seven years, she put her career on hold to tend to motherhood and the arrival of her sons. Dottie was truly dedicated to the men in her life, Art, Dan and Matt. During the years of the A&M Futures, for over 20 years Dottie prepared lunch and delivered it on-site to the office for Art and Matt. Many days she would make pies and cakes that were shared with friends and clients.
Known for her exceptional culinary skills, Dottie is remembered for her homemade from scratch delicious cherry pie. Family birthday celebrations included custom chocolate cake with treasures strategically placed for the honored member of the day. Her creamy chocolate icing was second to none. Dottie's philosophy was create with a tasteful outcome - her recipes included real butter, whipped cream and other delectable delights. When making pumpkin pie, two official taste testers, Matt and Dan, were always at her side. Blending a double batch of the pie filling, so the boys could enjoyed their half, liking the treat to power shakes of today. Also in demand was her Waldorf Apple salad with homemade mayonnaise and her sweet potato casserole. A Christmas morning tradition included crisp bacon with a glass of Asti.
Returning to the workforce, many will remember Dottie as the secretary for the law office of attorney J. Murray McCarty. She was dedicated to the law office for 27 years till her retirement at age 69. A nature lover, Dottie enjoyed watching the wildlife that visited her backyard. She fed the birds, deer and squirrels, and was entertained by observing them from her family room window.
A proud owner of a vast and varied collection of cookbooks, Dottie also enjoyed reading about American Indian history, westerns, suspense, biographies and espionage. To relax, she listened to the music of Robert Goulet, Roger Miller, Roger Whittaker, Johnny Cash and the musical from the "Big Band" era. Eating out was always a treat in more recent years. Her favorites were Alejandra's, Pinder's and The Siding. When she visited Dan and Nancy in Terre Haute, a meal at the Olive Garden was complete with a glass of Italian wine.
Dorothy is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Daniel A. Weaver and wife Nancy, of Terre Haute, and Matthew A. Weaver and wife Amy, of Rochester; two grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Weaver, of San Diego, Calif., and Samuel Joseph Weaver and wife Jill, of San Antonio, Texas; two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Leia; and a niece, Jo Anne Kay, of Sebring, Fla. She is also survived by her loyal feline companion, Ebony, a black short-haired domestic cat.
Dottie was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arthur on Nov. 18, 2000; and a brother, Byron Gerald "Jerry" Estabrook.
A Mass of Christian burial for Mrs. Dorothy L. "Dottie" Weaver will be at 10 a.m. on Monday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., Rochester, with the Rev. Fr. Burt Woolson officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 12-3 p.m. on Sunday in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. A prayer service will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Dottie will be laid to eternal rest next to her beloved husband Art in Rochester's IOOF Cemetery.
Rochester Sentinel - March 10, 2012
Dorothy and Arthur were high school classmates and friends. They attended the senior prom as a couple. It was a few years after high school in 1941 that their romance resurfaced and evolved into a serious relationship just prior to Art's departure to serve our country with the U.S. Army during World War II. On July 12, 1944, in Ft. Monroe, Va., Dottie married her best friend and the love of her life, Arthur L. Weaver. Art continued to serve his tour of duty while Dottie served as secretary to the General at the Base at Ft. Monroe. Their union spanned 56 years and produced two handsome sons, Daniel and Matthew. Later the family tree grew with the additions of two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Returning home following Art's honorable discharge, Dottie worked as a secretary for the Haskett & Smith Insurance Agency. After seven years, she put her career on hold to tend to motherhood and the arrival of her sons. Dottie was truly dedicated to the men in her life, Art, Dan and Matt. During the years of the A&M Futures, for over 20 years Dottie prepared lunch and delivered it on-site to the office for Art and Matt. Many days she would make pies and cakes that were shared with friends and clients.
Known for her exceptional culinary skills, Dottie is remembered for her homemade from scratch delicious cherry pie. Family birthday celebrations included custom chocolate cake with treasures strategically placed for the honored member of the day. Her creamy chocolate icing was second to none. Dottie's philosophy was create with a tasteful outcome - her recipes included real butter, whipped cream and other delectable delights. When making pumpkin pie, two official taste testers, Matt and Dan, were always at her side. Blending a double batch of the pie filling, so the boys could enjoyed their half, liking the treat to power shakes of today. Also in demand was her Waldorf Apple salad with homemade mayonnaise and her sweet potato casserole. A Christmas morning tradition included crisp bacon with a glass of Asti.
Returning to the workforce, many will remember Dottie as the secretary for the law office of attorney J. Murray McCarty. She was dedicated to the law office for 27 years till her retirement at age 69. A nature lover, Dottie enjoyed watching the wildlife that visited her backyard. She fed the birds, deer and squirrels, and was entertained by observing them from her family room window.
A proud owner of a vast and varied collection of cookbooks, Dottie also enjoyed reading about American Indian history, westerns, suspense, biographies and espionage. To relax, she listened to the music of Robert Goulet, Roger Miller, Roger Whittaker, Johnny Cash and the musical from the "Big Band" era. Eating out was always a treat in more recent years. Her favorites were Alejandra's, Pinder's and The Siding. When she visited Dan and Nancy in Terre Haute, a meal at the Olive Garden was complete with a glass of Italian wine.
Dorothy is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Daniel A. Weaver and wife Nancy, of Terre Haute, and Matthew A. Weaver and wife Amy, of Rochester; two grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Weaver, of San Diego, Calif., and Samuel Joseph Weaver and wife Jill, of San Antonio, Texas; two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Leia; and a niece, Jo Anne Kay, of Sebring, Fla. She is also survived by her loyal feline companion, Ebony, a black short-haired domestic cat.
Dottie was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arthur on Nov. 18, 2000; and a brother, Byron Gerald "Jerry" Estabrook.
A Mass of Christian burial for Mrs. Dorothy L. "Dottie" Weaver will be at 10 a.m. on Monday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., Rochester, with the Rev. Fr. Burt Woolson officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 12-3 p.m. on Sunday in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. A prayer service will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Dottie will be laid to eternal rest next to her beloved husband Art in Rochester's IOOF Cemetery.
Rochester Sentinel - March 10, 2012
Dottie was born in Minneapolis, Minn., on Nov. 3, 1920, the daughter of Floyd and Carrie Dell Blacketor Estabrook. At the age of 2, Dottie's mother passed away, so her grandparents Jeremiah and Ida Estabrook embraced the opportunity to raise her. Growing up she shared her childhood with a brother, Byron. She attended Woodrow Elementary School during her youth, and with great pride Dottie graduated from Rochester High School with the Class of 1938.
Dorothy and Arthur were high school classmates and friends. They attended the senior prom as a couple. It was a few years after high school in 1941 that their romance resurfaced and evolved into a serious relationship just prior to Art's departure to serve our country with the U.S. Army during World War II. On July 12, 1944, in Ft. Monroe, Va., Dottie married her best friend and the love of her life, Arthur L. Weaver. Art continued to serve his tour of duty while Dottie served as secretary to the General at the Base at Ft. Monroe. Their union spanned 56 years and produced two handsome sons, Daniel and Matthew. Later the family tree grew with the additions of two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Returning home following Art's honorable discharge, Dottie worked as a secretary for the Haskett & Smith Insurance Agency. After seven years, she put her career on hold to tend to motherhood and the arrival of her sons. Dottie was truly dedicated to the men in her life, Art, Dan and Matt. During the years of the A&M Futures, for over 20 years Dottie prepared lunch and delivered it on-site to the office for Art and Matt. Many days she would make pies and cakes that were shared with friends and clients.
Known for her exceptional culinary skills, Dottie is remembered for her homemade from scratch delicious cherry pie. Family birthday celebrations included custom chocolate cake with treasures strategically placed for the honored member of the day. Her creamy chocolate icing was second to none. Dottie's philosophy was create with a tasteful outcome - her recipes included real butter, whipped cream and other delectable delights. When making pumpkin pie, two official taste testers, Matt and Dan, were always at her side. Blending a double batch of the pie filling, so the boys could enjoyed their half, liking the treat to power shakes of today. Also in demand was her Waldorf Apple salad with homemade mayonnaise and her sweet potato casserole. A Christmas morning tradition included crisp bacon with a glass of Asti.
Returning to the workforce, many will remember Dottie as the secretary for the law office of attorney J. Murray McCarty. She was dedicated to the law office for 27 years till her retirement at age 69. A nature lover, Dottie enjoyed watching the wildlife that visited her backyard. She fed the birds, deer and squirrels, and was entertained by observing them from her family room window.
A proud owner of a vast and varied collection of cookbooks, Dottie also enjoyed reading about American Indian history, westerns, suspense, biographies and espionage. To relax, she listened to the music of Robert Goulet, Roger Miller, Roger Whittaker, Johnny Cash and the musical from the "Big Band" era. Eating out was always a treat in more recent years. Her favorites were Alejandra's, Pinder's and The Siding. When she visited Dan and Nancy in Terre Haute, a meal at the Olive Garden was complete with a glass of Italian wine.
Dorothy is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Daniel A. Weaver and wife Nancy, of Terre Haute, and Matthew A. Weaver and wife Amy, of Rochester; two grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Weaver, of San Diego, Calif., and Samuel Joseph Weaver and wife Jill, of San Antonio, Texas; two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Leia; and a niece, Jo Anne Kay, of Sebring, Fla. She is also survived by her loyal feline companion, Ebony, a black short-haired domestic cat.
Dottie was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arthur on Nov. 18, 2000; and a brother, Byron Gerald "Jerry" Estabrook.
A Mass of Christian burial for Mrs. Dorothy L. "Dottie" Weaver will be at 10 a.m. on Monday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., Rochester, with the Rev. Fr. Burt Woolson officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 12-3 p.m. on Sunday in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. A prayer service will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Dottie will be laid to eternal rest next to her beloved husband Art in Rochester's IOOF Cemetery.
Rochester Sentinel - March 10, 2012
Dorothy and Arthur were high school classmates and friends. They attended the senior prom as a couple. It was a few years after high school in 1941 that their romance resurfaced and evolved into a serious relationship just prior to Art's departure to serve our country with the U.S. Army during World War II. On July 12, 1944, in Ft. Monroe, Va., Dottie married her best friend and the love of her life, Arthur L. Weaver. Art continued to serve his tour of duty while Dottie served as secretary to the General at the Base at Ft. Monroe. Their union spanned 56 years and produced two handsome sons, Daniel and Matthew. Later the family tree grew with the additions of two grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.
Returning home following Art's honorable discharge, Dottie worked as a secretary for the Haskett & Smith Insurance Agency. After seven years, she put her career on hold to tend to motherhood and the arrival of her sons. Dottie was truly dedicated to the men in her life, Art, Dan and Matt. During the years of the A&M Futures, for over 20 years Dottie prepared lunch and delivered it on-site to the office for Art and Matt. Many days she would make pies and cakes that were shared with friends and clients.
Known for her exceptional culinary skills, Dottie is remembered for her homemade from scratch delicious cherry pie. Family birthday celebrations included custom chocolate cake with treasures strategically placed for the honored member of the day. Her creamy chocolate icing was second to none. Dottie's philosophy was create with a tasteful outcome - her recipes included real butter, whipped cream and other delectable delights. When making pumpkin pie, two official taste testers, Matt and Dan, were always at her side. Blending a double batch of the pie filling, so the boys could enjoyed their half, liking the treat to power shakes of today. Also in demand was her Waldorf Apple salad with homemade mayonnaise and her sweet potato casserole. A Christmas morning tradition included crisp bacon with a glass of Asti.
Returning to the workforce, many will remember Dottie as the secretary for the law office of attorney J. Murray McCarty. She was dedicated to the law office for 27 years till her retirement at age 69. A nature lover, Dottie enjoyed watching the wildlife that visited her backyard. She fed the birds, deer and squirrels, and was entertained by observing them from her family room window.
A proud owner of a vast and varied collection of cookbooks, Dottie also enjoyed reading about American Indian history, westerns, suspense, biographies and espionage. To relax, she listened to the music of Robert Goulet, Roger Miller, Roger Whittaker, Johnny Cash and the musical from the "Big Band" era. Eating out was always a treat in more recent years. Her favorites were Alejandra's, Pinder's and The Siding. When she visited Dan and Nancy in Terre Haute, a meal at the Olive Garden was complete with a glass of Italian wine.
Dorothy is lovingly remembered by her two sons, Daniel A. Weaver and wife Nancy, of Terre Haute, and Matthew A. Weaver and wife Amy, of Rochester; two grandchildren, Sarah Elizabeth Weaver, of San Diego, Calif., and Samuel Joseph Weaver and wife Jill, of San Antonio, Texas; two great-grandchildren, Jacob and Leia; and a niece, Jo Anne Kay, of Sebring, Fla. She is also survived by her loyal feline companion, Ebony, a black short-haired domestic cat.
Dottie was preceded in death by her parents; husband Arthur on Nov. 18, 2000; and a brother, Byron Gerald "Jerry" Estabrook.
A Mass of Christian burial for Mrs. Dorothy L. "Dottie" Weaver will be at 10 a.m. on Monday at the St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1310 Main St., Rochester, with the Rev. Fr. Burt Woolson officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 12-3 p.m. on Sunday in the Good Family Funeral Home, 1200 W. 18th St., Rochester. A prayer service will be at 3 p.m. on Sunday. Dottie will be laid to eternal rest next to her beloved husband Art in Rochester's IOOF Cemetery.
Rochester Sentinel - March 10, 2012
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