Dottie was born on October 7, 1945 in North Tonawanda to the late Raymond and Alice (Carlson) Murray. After marriage she moved to Avon, NY where she volunteered at Avon Central Schools and was an EMT for the Avon Ambulance. When her children grew older, she pursued her nursing degree, graduating Magna Cum Laude from Monroe Community College.
She was preceded in death by her sisters, Alma and Lesta, and brother, Dale.
She is survived by her children, Patricia (Scott) Heitzenrater and James (Jennifer) Krause, her grandchildren, Allison and Kerstin; brothers, Richard Murray and Thomas (Shelly) Murray; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many dear friends.
Dottie was a dedicated Registered Nurse, who worked tirelessly for many years in the Emergency Rooms at both Highland Hospital and Park Ridge Hospital. She also spent countless hours volunteering for several different organizations throughout her life. Dottie was known to give 110% to everything she did and was a ball of energy.
Relatives and friends are invited to a celebration of her life on Saturday, March 21st, at 11:00am, at the Avon Inn, 55 E. Main St., Avon, NY 14414. The family has asked guests to please RSVP to the Avon Inn at (585) 226-8181, if you plan to attend or if you have any questions.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to a volunteer charity of your choice in her memory.
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