Mrs. Dorothy Jean Minney

February 24, 1929 - January 16, 2019

MINNEY, DOROTHY JEAN Dorothy Jean Minney, passed away peacefully on January 16, 2019 in the company of family. “Dottye” as she was affectionately known, was born on February 24, 1929, in St. Louis to Nancy Schaefer (Clarkson) and Robert Schaefer. Dottye will be remembered for her kind heart and generosity. She graduated from Harris Stowe Teachers’ College in 1948. An avid and lifelong bowler, she had many friends and fond memories of bowling trips. A devoted mother, grandmother and great grandmother she spent countless hours raising and nurturing her “kids.” Those left to cherish her memory include her daughter Nancy (Henry Voges), son Joseph, grandchildren Dustin, Rich (Voges), Stephanie (Lewellen-Minney), and Jennifer (Justin Langan), great-grandson Carter (Lewellen-Minney), sister Betty McCloskey (Schaefer), nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, cousin Carol (Larry Smith), friends Jean, Mary, Sally and others, as well as her beloved cat, Missy. She is preceded in death by her cherished husband, Joseph R. Minney, brothers Robert and James Schaefer. A private graveside service is planned for Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery. There will be no public viewing. Valhalla Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Needy Paws Rescue, 814 Hi Crest Drive, St. Louis, MO 63125, or needypaws.org. www.valhallafunerals.net “V”