Livonia: At age 84, Dottie passed peacefully at home on December 2, 2020. Dottie was born on December 25, 1935 to the late John and Edna Kelly. She grew up in Hunts Corners, Groveland and graduated from Geneseo Central School. Dottie married the love of her life Richard L. Woodruff in 1952 and they had 5 children; Pamela, Patti, Gary, Jim and John. She retired from Livonia School as the Cafeteria Manager.
Dottie taught 4-H, liked camping with family and friends, and vacationing in Myrtle Beach and in Florida. She had a strong faith and spirituality. Dottie was a loving and devoted mother and grandmother.
She was predeceased by her husband Richard in 2016. Survived by children; Pamela, Patti, Gary (Jill), Jim (Billie Jo), and John (Melissa); grandchildren, Hiliary, Hayley, Rory (Shannon) Zoé, Carlee, Jaxon, Landon, and Connor; brother Richard Kelly (Nancy); and His children Rick and Katrina.
A private graveside service will be held for the family at Lakeview Cemetery, Groveland, NY. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held in the future. Memorial contributions may be made to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Loved being around Dotti–she was always quick with her dry humor helping to
brighten everyone’s day. I worked with Dottie in the cafeteria and she was also
a member of our lunch group and is much missed to all. So sorry for your loss
I just heard of Dottie’s passing. So sorry for your loss! She was a special lady. ~Diana Kailburn
Pam, Patti, Gary, Jim, and John – I have so many great memories of growing up and spending time with your family. Your mom is a great part of those memories. As the expression goes…”It takes a village…” and I was blessed to have your mom as part of my little village on Washington Street. When I came back to teach in Livonia I loved reconnecting with her. She always had a smile for me. My condolences to all of you and your families.Chris Genthner
Your MOM was just the BEST….so giving and caring….within the past few weeks she called me regarding “medical equipment”…..equipment for a friend….a caring mom….sorry for your loss…
Thinking of all of you during this most difficult time. Dottie was a great woman. May she Rest In Peace.
Heartfelt condolences to the whole Woodruff family on the passing of Dottie.Rest in Peace sweet lady.
My condolences to the Woodruff’s. We empathize with your loss.
Pam, Patti,, Gary,, Jim,, and John,, i am so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of Dottie. She always welcomed me at her home beginning as far back as Pam and I being in Brownies. She was my 4-H leader and showed much patience in teaching us how to bake. Dottie was a loving mother and friend, and will definitely be missed. There is peace knowing that now she is reunited with Dick.
I am so,sorry to,hear of Dottie’s passing. I babysat for the family as a teenager, way back when. I have always enjoyed seeing Dottie at different events. My sympathy to all the family. Nancy O’Connor
So sorry to hear the news about your mom. May God bless you and comfort you all.
She was the best, so glad I was able to visit every once in a while. Such an amazing lady, lots of memories. God bless her, I will miss her terribly but I know she is happy healthy and reunited with her love!!! Until we meet again!
She was a wonderful woman -and did an excellent job as cafeteria manager! Sending love and hugs to her children.Mary Lee Page
My sister was a beautiful lady inside and outside. Very caring and very positive. I miss her so much but she doesn’t hurt any more and she is in GODS hands.GOD BLESS YOU. REST IN PEACE. I LOVE YOU.
So sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady and a friend of my mom’s. Thoughts and prayers to all.
My condolences to the Woodruff family.
So sorry to hear about your mom Patti. I remember meeting her once when we were in school.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at Dottie’s passing. We remember her well as the Cafeteria Manager in Livonia …and that smile and twinkle in her eye. May she be at rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father .
Always,
Dave and Mary Jo Dussault
To all the family:
I am so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I have many happy memories of our visits together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love & hugs!