Dorothy Maxine Leinwand, born on August 29, 1943, passed away on February 8, 2026, at the age of 82.
Dotti was a vivacious woman who was married to her beloved husband Danny for 62 years. Her friends were extremely important to her. She was a substitute teacher for almost 4 decades. She loved to travel and work on her gardening, but the real joy of her life was being a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
She is survived by her loving husband, Danny, twin siblings Elaine (Michael) and Ron (Margaret), her children Joanne (John) and Michael (Janis), her grandchildren Emily (Ryne), Matthew, Jennifer, Justin, Katie, and Zoë, and her great grandchildren Mila and Kira.
A funeral service will be held at Groman Eden Mortuary, located at 11500 Sepulveda Blvd, Mission Hills, California, 91345, on February 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Following the funeral service, the burial will take place at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to City of Hope, Crayons4Kids, or LAPD Protective League.
