Dorothy Marie Moody

She was born in Harriman, TN, on November 28, 1949, the daughter of the late Mr. George Brooks and Mrs. Mattie Cates Brooks.

Dorothy was a woman of many passions and interests, deeply devoted to her family, community, and the things that brought her joy. Dorothy worked at Bellsouth/ AT&T for 49 and a half years before retiring to cherish spending time with her family, especially watching her grandchildren play sports. A nature lover, Dorothy enjoyed birdwatching, finding peace in the simple beauty of the world around her. Music also played an important role in her life, and she delighted in playing the piano. In her younger years, she was an avid seamstress, creating many beautiful pieces by hand. Dorothy had a special fondness for Christmas movies, always enjoying the warmth and spirit they brought to the season.

Her dedication to service extended beyond her personal interests. Dorothy was a longtime member of the Order of the Eastern Star, joining in 1982. She held several offices over the years and was honored to serve as Worthy Grand Matron from 2006-2007. She was a committed member of numerous committees and made lasting contributions throughout her time in the organization. From 2021 to 2024, she was honored to serve as Ambassador to Australia in the General Grand Chapter, further strengthening her legacy of service and leadership.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husbands, Claude D. Edwards and Harry William Moody, Jr. ; brother, James Brooks; and great-grandbaby Remington Mark O’neal.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Tracy Edwards, Robin (Gary) Brown, Dawn (Mark) Seay, Trey Moody, Amanda (Gabe) Ballog and Sheryl (Todd) Harris; sister, Betty (Gerald) Green; grandchildren, Zachary (Jada) Brown, Hunter Brown, Bailey Brown, Chase Edwards, Alyssa (Andrew) Ray, Gracee Ellis, Maddie Seay, Clayton Ballog, Abigail Moody, Thomas Moody, Matthew Nelson and David Nelson; and great-grandchildren, Jack Edwards, Addison, Annistyn, and Alivia Ray.

A funeral service will be conducted on Sunday, February 9, 2025, from the Whitley Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 PM, with Pastor Gerral Richards and Pastor Jeremy Brewer officiating.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Friday, February 7, 2025, from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM and Saturday, February 8, 2025, from 3:00 PM- 8:00 PM.

Interment will follow at Rosehaven Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Dorothy Moody’s name to:

Education Fund

c/o Georgia Chapter of Georgia

P.O. Box 2436

Kennesaw, GA 30156

If ordering a floral tribute, please contact our preferred florist for guaranteed service: Frances Florist, 12641 Veterans Memorial Highway, Douglasville, GA 770-949-8711, or online at https://www.francesflorist.net.

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Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven is honored to be entrusted with the services of Mrs. Dorothy Moody.