Dorothy Juliana Haupert McDonald

March 19, 2019

Dorothy Juliana Haupert McDonald, 84, of Cantonment, Florida passed away peacefully on March 18, 2019 surrounded by her family. Born December 8, 1934, she is preceded in death by her two infant sons; her parents, George and Magdalena May Haupert; one sister, Gert Castleberry; one brother, Jerry Haupert; and one great-grandson, Kolby Sconiers.

Dorothy is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, John Herman McDonald; two sisters, Mildred Schwartz and Catherine Goff; one brother, George Haupert, Jr.; one son, Franklin (Martha) McDonald; three daughters, Jeannie (James) Murphy, Tammy (Allen) Register, and Sheryl McDonald. She is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren.

Dorothy was immensely proud of her family, and leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories. She attended church for several years at Cottage Hill Assembly of God. Her favorite song to sing was “I’ll Fly Away”.

She worked for the Escambia County School Board for approximately 15 years driving Bus #93B. After retiring, she stayed home taking care of her husband and family. She loved growing flowers and spent numerous hours a day in her flower house. She also loved watching birds, collecting birdhouses, crocheting, making magnets, and collecting salt and pepper shakers form all over the world. She especially enjoyed sunning by the pool.

A special thanks to Emerald Coast Hospice and Nursespring/Sunshine Caregivers who helped to take care of Dorothy over the past few years with her struggle with Alzheimer’s and Dementia.

Please join us in celebrating her life. Family and friends are invited to attend visiting hours on Friday, March 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. with funeral services beginning at 12:00 p.m. Pastor Larry Murphy will be officiating and Dan Kirkland with be singing.

Burial will take place immediately following services in Pensacola Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Pensacola, Florida.

Pallbearers include Jason Asaro, Darryl Crooke, Bubba Register, Aaron Crooke, Caleb Murphy, Thomas Crooke, and Joshua Hoffman.

Faith Chapel Funeral Home North, 1000 Hwy. 29 South, Cantonment, FL entrusted with arrangements.

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3 Responses to “Dorothy Juliana Haupert McDonald”

  1. Pat Johnson on April 4th, 2019 9:18 pm

    So sorry to hear about the passing of Dorothy passing. I truly in joyed driving school buses with her years ago. My blessing to have known her. Prayers for the family.

    Pat Calhoun Johnson

  2. Bernie D Silcox on March 26th, 2019 4:46 pm

    So sorry to just here of this Prayers for Ms Mildred & Paul Schwartz & family.

  3. George Cassimus Jr. on March 22nd, 2019 7:49 pm

    My heart goes out to your family of your loss. May our Lord Jesus Christ fill your hearts with His peace for we know that one day we will see them again. Praise His Holy name.

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