Dortha M. Triplett 89, passed away in the comfort of her home Wednesday, April 28, 2021. Dortha was a 1959 graduate of Norton Memorial Infirmary School of Nursing. After working many years as an RN, she worked up to the position of director of nursing at Christian Health Center and then had other roles at Franciscan Healthcare and Britthaven of South Louisville. After retirement she became a nurse aid instructor at JCTC.
Dortha was a faithful member of South Louisville Christian Church. She was also very involved in her neighborhood by being chair of the Lea Estates Subdivision and member of the Garden Club.
She was preceded in death by her husband Earl Triplett Sr. and son Earl Triplett Jr.
Dortha leaves behind to cherish her memory her son David K. Triplett, siblings Gaines M. Greene (Gladys), Mildred A. Bordes and Martha J. Land (Kenneth), many nieces and nephews, dear friends and church family.
A service to honor the life of Dortha will be held Tuesday, May 4th at 12pm in the chapel of Arch L. Heady at Resthaven Funeral Home with entombment in Resthaven Memorial Park to follow. Visitation will be Monday, May 3rd from 3-7pm at the funeral home.