Dorothy Ellen (Summers) Israel

Dorothy Ellen (Summers) Israel, age 92, of Charlottesville, passed away on Tuesday, June 22, 2021 in her daughter’s home from natural causes. Dottie was born on July 27, 1928 in Clarksburg, WV. She was married to Richard Davisson Israel for 44 years. She worked in her own business as a tax accountant for many years. She was actively involved in the ministries of St. Mark Lutheran Church, where she served as trustee and treasurer. Dottie was an avid golfer who frequently organized and played in local tournaments. Dottie is survived by her daughters, Terry Bonner (Dan) and Marianne Baker (Calvin); four grandchildren, Coleman, Keary, and Sarah Bonner, and Davisson Baker; and four great-grandchildren, Amaya Baker, and Carson, Jane, and Anna Bonner. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard. All are welcome to attend a graveside burial service on Saturday, July 10, 2021 at 3 PM at Monticello Memory Gardens, Charlottesville, with a memorial reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Senior Center of Charlottesville, 540 Belvedere Blvd, Charlottesville, VA 22901; or to St. Mark Lutheran Church, C/O The Building Fund, 100 Alderman Rd., Charlottesville, VA 22903; or plant a tree to enjoy in your own back yard Arrangements have been entrusted to Reynolds Hamrick Funeral Homes of Staunton. Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com