Dorothy Price Scholl

Dorothy was a darling little lady, sweet as a peach, and gentle–with eyes that smiled and exuded warmth. She was born in Southampton, New York on Long Island’s East End during the Great Depression. As a determined young woman, she journeyed by train to Plattsburgh State College in 1948 to pursue a bachelor’s degree in Home Economics. Though in many ways sheltered and homespun, she possessed a deep knowing of her storied past–from New York’s first English settlers to their present–day descendants.

Dot was a meticulous collector of words, images, and mementos–details of her own life and about twelve generations before. She displayed some treasures in a china cabinet from her grandmother’s shanty on Noyac Bay, where as a child, she loved summering with family. The cabinet showcased artifacts from an artful life: etched glass, tiny figurines, and glass colorful as a carnival.

Of particular importance was the flag honoring her husband Robert (Bob), a recipient of a Bronze Star for his heroic service in combat during World War II.

Like her menagerie, Dot’s life was a patchwork of different patterns, textures and hues, assembled over the course of her ninety-six years. A subtle, unique design, crafted with patience, tenderness and time.

Each item revealed its own story, most notably, a life well-lived with Robert, her husband of sixty-two years. The two were inseparable, like a cute quirky pair of salt and pepper shakers she purchased on their numerous trips–first with their sons, Mark, Richard, and William, and later on their own.

The two prepared for each excursion with the precision of a military operation in Patton’s army. Equipped with maps and brochures for every potential destination and point of interest, they navigated like seasoned soldiers–he the planner, and she the documenter of every rest stop, oddball road stop attraction, and Holiday Inn.

When not road tripping, Bob and Dot lived simple, yet satisfying lives centered around family, heritage and place. Of great significance were the homes they built–a cape cod in East Quogue on Long Island and a homestead near Florida’s Gulf Coast.

A content mother and homemaker, Dorothy enjoyed providing goodies for special occasions, like her famous spritz and gingerbread cookies, a lime Jello concoction, and her prized Easter Bunny cake.

After all the passages and places, Dorothy realized her future lay with her husband Robert, at their final destination–their eternal home.

Dorothy is survived by three loving sons: Mark (Susan), Richard (Esther), and William; grandchildren, Sam, Kevin, Christopher, Brian, and Emily; nephew, Lee Price; niece, Jamie (Price) Pelley. Dorothy is predeceased by her cherished husband, Robert; mother, Ada Belle Price; father, Arthur N. Price; brother, Arthur W. Price; and sister-in-law, June V. Price.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, June 7th from 10 am to noon, followed by a Service and burial from noon to 2 pm at the same location: Turner Funeral Home & Florida Hills Memorial Gardens, located at 14360 Spring Hill Drive, Spring Hill, Florida 34609.