Dorothy is survived by daughter Wanda Tholborn of California, daughter Janet Bush of California, stepdaughter Judy Senf of Illinois, stepson Wayne Miller of Oregon, stepdaughter Cindy Cradock of California, and stepdaughter Debbie Hertzel of California, sister Thelma Pope, brother JD Staton, and brother Gwen Staton, all of California. She is preceded in death by her husband Harry Miller and daughter Dianne Hernandez.
Dorothy was born on Feb.18, 1925 in Stapp, Oklahoma to Rufas Ebb Staton and Ola Mae {Henry} Staton. She attended Page Town School and enjoyed basketball during her school years. After moving to Stockton, she began to work at West Lane Bowl as one of their first Pantry Chef’s for almost 10 years. She truly enjoyed her career at the bowling alley and all of the people she worked with and left only to marry the love of her life Harry Miller. Once married to Harry, Dorothy and he enjoyed extensive travels throughout the Country. At home she loved gardening, was a wonderful homemaker, and a dedicated wife, mother and stepmother.
A viewing is scheduled Tuesday July 13, 2021 at 3pm followed by a Rosary at 6pm at De Young Memorial Chapel on California St. in Stockton, CA. Services will also be held at De Young at 10am Wednesday July 14, 2021 followed by a burial at the Stockton Rural Cemetery. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Dorothy’s life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Hospice of San Joaquin County. The family would like to thank the Hospice of San Joaquin County for their caring service and dedication of Dorothy.
