Dot was very special to me.  When I first started in Recovery Room in July of 1981 Dot was there.  She was like a mother to all of us.  I will never forget when we had a terrible snow and ice storm and could not get home we went to Dot's and spent the night.  We all loved Henry and Dot.  I will always remember her kindness.  I know Dot is in Heaven.  She was always open about her faith and never ashamed to share it.  Love and prayers to the family at this anniversary date.

I was saddened to hear about Dot passing.  Dot and I became good friends while working together in the Operating room at Douglas General.  We visited together at each other’s home.  I was privileged to spend time with Dot in her garden.  She was the most genuine type of person.  We solved the world’s problems there.  She and Henry were the best.  I missed spending time with her after I started working in Atlanta.  She was one of my dearest influences.  I loved her and her family. I will always remember her and will see her in heaven one day.

Dot and Henry were a very special couple. As members of Bright Star UMC Henry and I were on the Sunday visitation team.  He shared a lot of wisdom during our time together. They both had this beautiful glow  about themselves. When they smiled, their joy and sweet spirit showed in their eyes. Driving by their house,  in the spring when the daffodils, iris, quince and dogwoods were in bloom was a real treat.   I feel blessed to have known them.

Mother Dot was a beautiful soul who passionately dedicated her life to family, God and caring for the sick. My fondest memories are too many to mention because, any time spent with her was a joy and blessing, her knowledge and teachings were much appreciated and a tool that has helped me through life, her gentle smile and always listening ears got me through the toughest of days
. I will miss you so much mother, tell daddy Henry and Frank I said hello. I love you and looking forward to the day we can all be together again.

Most favorite memory : 
Pretending to be Dot and Henry's rowdy children , on the way to church , in the Bright Star Church talent show.  This fun memory ALWAYS brings a smile. ❤️

I think of Aunt Dot every time I see an orchid or an iris.   She had that marvelous green thumb that I wish I had.   Prayers going up to Ginny, Helen and Pierce and all the grandchildren.  I know she loved those grand-babies.   Love you all.  Ruth

Sweet, sweet lady whom I am sure is now singing our Lord's praises in Heaven and Heaven is the the richer for having her there.  And you have so many wonderful family members and dear friends of mine already there! They are surely having a celebration! May God bless you and comfort you!

I dont really know where to begin here because there were so many great times. A good place to start would be Christmas. Every time my dad, mom, brother and I came over for Christmas we had an amazing time. From sitting at the huge table eating some of the best home cooked food to everyone sitting in the back room opening up gifts for everyone to see. Granny Dot always gave me and my brother these erector sets that we always struggled to put together! We loved them anyways haha. 

Another thing I always enjoyed about going to see Granny Dot was being able to just walk through her gardens and pick buckets and buckets of blue berry's, raspberries and blackberries that we ate on for months afterwards.

As I look back, these time spent with her and all of our family were some of the best times I can remember. I love you Granny Dot and you will forever be remembered.



I worked in the medical imaging department and knew Dot for years.  She was a wonderful friend and nurse.  Dot was loved by all who came in contact with her.
Love Elizabeth

Just thinking about Dot’s sweet Mama yesterday. Dot was so special to me from when my 8yr old son was cared for by her in recovery after a tonsillectomy to my on surgeries. Waking up to her smile and caring and comforting personality always made me and all her patients know they were going to be okay. Dot was more than my recovery room nurse, she was a friend who I knew I could talk and share and that she would pray for me.  She was married to an outstanding man and raised an outstanding family. She used her spiritual gift everyday of her life. Love and prayers to all the family. With special love Deb Johnson 

Ms Dot was a special lady and always had a smile  I remember our Sunday School class going to their home to have class.   Mr Henry was still with us then and it made her feel good that we cared about them.  Her flowers were beautiful she could grow anything.  May God give each of you the peace only He can give at this time.


God gives us memory so that we might have roses in December.
Mrs. Driskell helped to raise me and I will always think of her as my second Mom.  So many precious memories.  Her loving kindness made all the difference in my life. 
Ginny, Helen, Pierce please know that I am thinking of you and wishing comfort to you and your families.
My love,
Jean

From the time I was 12 years old you became my Granny Dot!   You were always so loving and caring!  Always trying to help others!  I am so thankful to have had such a positive influence in my life through the years!  We will miss you Granny, but we have many memories to carry us through until we see you again!  Love you!

Some of my best memories include Aunt Dot--the barn, the garden, Six Flags, 4H, Girl Scouts. Perhaps especially, having her calming presence in my doctor's office. We were all blessed by having her in our lives, and as comforted as we are by knowing she is in heaven, we will miss her light. Love and prayers to her children and their families.💙💙

Granny Dot, you have your wings! I treasure the memories of growing up with you and Granddaddy, riding the lawnmower or tractor, looking at the plants in the greenhouse, and feeling the love in your home. I said we grandkids were proud to follow in Granddaddy's footsteps, but we're proud to follow in yours, too. 

My precious Aunt Dot! Loved her so much and loved her sweet smile. Even her eyes sparkled with her smile. I loved walking with her thru her flowers, back when she could do that.  She truly had a green thumb! 
She was at the center of some of my fondest childhood memories! Riding in the back of her truck while she drove us to the city pool, jumping out of her barn onto huge piles of hay pretending we could fly, and she even took care of me if I got sick while my mom was working. A very special and loving auntie! 
Although I know she is in a better place, she will be greatly missed! Prayers and Virtual hugs to Ginny, Helen, Pierce and all of the family until we can hug in person! Love you guys! 

I moved to Douglas County in 1968 where I was one of  the Ag teachers at DCHS ! I was fortunate to teach her son , Frank , and he had many happy memories showing livestock and being involved in FFA ! Mr and Mrs Driskell were supportive parents and I remember her kindness shown to me ! What a great lady and family !

Dot was a sweetheart.   
About 41 years ago
I was wheeled into the hallway of the Operating Room.  I didn't know Dot  at all at that time. She was my nurse who was to administer a sedative before surgery.  We talked a little, I realized we lived close to each other and she was Aunt to one of my best friends,  Pam. 
She took out the longest needle I've ever seen and asked me to roll to my side. She warned me,  "this is going to hurt ".   I held back a scream but couldn't hold back tears.  It really was horrible. And when I looked up at my sweet nurses face,  she had tears rolling down her cheeks too!  That precious woman felt my pain and I've loved her ever since.  
God bring peace ro her family. 

The staff of Whitley-Garner at Rosehaven Funeral Home and Memorial Park would like to extend our most sincere condolence to the Driskell  Family. We would like to thank you for entrusting the care of your loved one into our hands. Please remember you are not alone and we will always be here for you.

Love you and miss you Mother! Tell Daddy and Frank hello for me! 

Remember many happy times at your home. All my love to the family. Belinda Lynn Anglin

I was singing In The Garden earlier and thinking about Aunt Dot in the garden and the green house. I have beautiful bearded irises in full bloom in front of my house that came Dot’s house.  Also thought about Amanda as toddler mistaking Dot for Mom. Most of all, I remember how she would always reach out to me on our birthdays.  She is loved and will be missed until we meet again. 

Dot took care of me when I had surgery at Wellstar Douglas Hospital. I have never had someone be so kind to me in the recovery room. She has been loved by my family for more years than I care to mention. Fly high Granny Dot. I am sure there is a wonderful reunion in Heaven between Dot and Henry and Frank. Please know that my prayers are with the entire Driskell family during this time. Love you all.

OBITUARY

Dorothy "Dot" Driskell

September 20, 1932 – March 28, 2020

Whitley Garner At Rosehaven Funeral Home

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