Obituaries

Martha A. Dorsey

8/28/1945 - 11/24/2024

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Obituary For Martha A. Dorsey

Front Royal, VA - Martha Ann Dorsey, 79, passed peacefully on November 24th 2024 in Summerville, South Carolina. Born on the 28th day of August to the parents of Massie Thornton Washington Sr. and Hazel Marie Roberts Washington. She was a beloved Sister, Mother, Aunt Grandmother, Great Grandmother, and friend. Known for her creativity, honesty, courage, and kind heart, she loved to travel, taking photos, and finding a good bargain. She will be deeply missed by those who knew her.

Martha was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who cherished her family above all else. She embarked on two marriages, each marking a distinct chapter in her life. While those chapters ultimately closed, the love she shared with her children and the joy she found in her growing family remained a constant source of happiness throughout her life.

In addition to her dedication to family, Martha had a vibrant spirit and a strong work ethic. She dedicated many years, 43 to be exact to Spawar Naval Systems where she was admired for her dedication, compassion, and professionalism. She was particularly proud of her willingness to relocate to a new branch in South Carolina to continue in bettering her personal goals as well as establishing more opportunities for her family.

Martha lived a life filled with joy and creativity where she treated everyone as if they were family. She was a dedicated member of The Church of Latter Day Saints where she enjoyed family history, fellowship, and being of service to others. She found immense pleasure in traveling, talking on the phone, and in her downtime a good Hallmark movie. These passions brought her immense joy and enriched the lives of those around her.

Throughout her life, Martha had a warm and generous spirit, touching the lives of many with her kindness and humor. She had a knack for making people feel welcome, offering a helping hand, and brightening someone's day. Her presence brought light and laughter to every gathering, and she will be fondly remembered for her genuine love for all those that knew her.

She is survived by her Sisters, Hestel Corsivo (Mark Corsivo), Michelle Page (Jay Page), Brother, Robert Washington, Daughter, Katrice Coleman, Grandchildren, Marcus Washington (William Thomas), Antwain Washington, Antwainette Washington, Dezjaron Dorsey (Sierra Dorsey), Jayla Coleman, Great Grandchildren, Antwain Jr, Ivory Dorsey, and Emre Dorsey and a host of nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her adopted family, including Robin Bishop (Doug Bishop), Paulette Gaillard (Junior Gaillard), Karen Kopczynski (Don Kopcznski), Ronda French, and Joy Capel(Joseph Gyan) ; These individuals as well as many others held a dear place in her heart and were considered family in every sense of the word.

She was preceded in death by her Father, Massie Thornton Washington Sr, Mother, Hazel Marie Washington, Brothers, Massie Washington Jr and Johnny Washington, Sister, Helen Washington,and Daughter Latonya Washington Starks.

A viewing will be held at 5 PM to 7PM on November 29 2024 at The Low Country Mortuary at 1852 E Montague Ave, North Charleston, SC 29405.

Funeral services will be held from 11 AM to 12 PM on November 30 2024 at The chapel building for the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints at 8720 Antler Dr, North Charleston, SC 29406.

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  • Traditional Floor Basket

    Pamela Denoon sent Traditional Floor Basket for Martha A. Dorsey - 11/27/2024

    Love you Martha, you made so many people happy. What a kind person. Love to your whole family, Pamela (Guardabascio) Denoon

  • Heavenly Heights Bouquet

    Paige Landstra sent Heavenly Heights Bouquet for Martha A. Dorsey - 11/26/2024

    Marcus thank you for sharing your Grandma with me. Condolences to you and yours. -Paige

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  • 11/29/2024

    Will Timmons

    Martha you will be missed! Martha was always the sweetest person. I met her at NESSEC Washington DC. She always looked out for us as young Engineers and Technicians. Always the sweetest smile! You were missed when you retired and will be always in our hearts now! Timmons family and friends from NESSEC!

  • 11/27/2024

    Renee Pittman

    My aunt Ann was a lovely and very helpful person. She always loves her family and friends especially at family gathering and her grandkids and great grandkids Auntie continue to rest until we meet up again Renee Pittman and family

  • 11/27/2024

    Kristen

    To Martha's family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I knew Martha during her working years at SPAWAR. She was a beautiful person inside and out. She had a radiant smile that made you feel welcome when in her presence. May His peace that passes all understanding be with your family at this time and in the days ahead. Kristen Lash

  • 11/26/2024

    Glen & Sharon Armstrong

    Hestel, Michelle, Bobby and families we are saddened to hear of Anne's passing. She was a sweet jovial lady. At the family reunions whether in Front Royal or in Franklin we were blessed with Anne's peach cobbler among other side dishes. The love and fellowship shared as we visited family were great times together. We will miss you cousin, never to be forgotten. We are keeping our families in our thoughts and prayers. We love you family. Glen and Sharon Armstrong Whaleyville Md

  • 11/26/2024

    Ruby Dickerson

    My condolences, love & prayers to the family of Miss Martha. Our families shared many happy times together, Miss Martha will be missed greatly. May God be with all of you as you journey through this difficult time.

  • 11/26/2024

    Jessica kesler and trinity lopez

    I will miss you Martha! You were like a third grandmother to me. You shared my daughter Trinity's birthday. One of our last wonderful time together was at Trinity's tea party which was on your birthday too! I loved going to swim aerobics with you and playing board games and even hula dancing lessons! You have always been full of life and energy and such a strong happy spirit! More than people half your age. I love you and will always keep you in my heart! Prayers for your family! Love jessica and trinity.

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