Dorothy Hansen Woolf, 87, died February 15, 2011 at her home. For several years, she had struggled with the affliction of Alzheimer's Disease. She resided at 910 South Donner Way (2985 East) in the Foothill neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah at the time of her death.
Dorothy was born March 20, 1923 in Brigham City, Utah to Harvey D. and Elva Blackburn Hansen. She always shared cherished memories of her Danish heritage and childhood in Brigham City. The family moved to Salt Lake City when Dorothy was a young child.
In high school, Dorothy was introduced one evening to the handsome, athletic Robert M. Woolf while dancing at the old Rainbow Rendezvous. They were sweethearts for four years before marrying on March 3, 1944. As a young couple, they moved to Iowa City, where Bob furthered his medical studies and later to Seattle, where Bob served as an army medical officer during World War II.
When Dr. Woolf decided to specialize in reconstructive surgery, the family moved to Durham, North Carolina, where he studied at Duke. Four years later, they later returned to Salt Lake City. Over the next three decades, Dorothy was Bob's faithful companion as he established his practice.
Dorothy was a skilled gardener who created spectacular yards at her home, much to the admiration of friends and neighbors. In warmer months, it wasn't uncommon for her to spend an entire day digging in the dirt, breaking only for a cold Coca-Cola and a tuna fish sandwich with potato chips. Dorothy was also an accomplished interior decorator.
She had an eye for the exotic, cultivated from years of travel with her husband. She loved adventure, but was happiest with her family at the beach in Southern California. One of her passions was the cabin she built in Alta, where family and dear friends enjoyed years of skiing and festive celebrations. For many years, Dorothy was deeply committed to her work with Utah Youth Village, the Ballet Guild and Assistance League.
But her main devotion in life was home and family. Her husband, sons and grandchildren meant everything to her. Dorothy was an excellent hostess and cook - many will remember her French rolls - and loved nothing more than welcoming family and friends to her home for Sunday dinners and holiday celebrations.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband (1995), oldest son Bob (2008), granddaughter Cloe (1997), and brother Dick (1982). She is survived by her sons Thomas H. (and Joy) Woolf, James H. (and Sharon Emerson) Woolf, William D. Woolf, her daughter-in-law Gail Maddux Woolf (wife of son Bob), five grandchildren (David, Peter, Laura, Mason, and Tessa), and six great-grandchildren (Julia, Jack, Jordan, Hazel, Catherine, and Joel). Dorothy is also survived by brother Thomas Hansen and sister Annette (and Manny) Floor.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Family and friends will be invited to gather at a location to be announced following the services.
Published in the Deseret News from February 19 to February 21, 2011.
Dorothy was born March 20, 1923 in Brigham City, Utah to Harvey D. and Elva Blackburn Hansen. She always shared cherished memories of her Danish heritage and childhood in Brigham City. The family moved to Salt Lake City when Dorothy was a young child.
In high school, Dorothy was introduced one evening to the handsome, athletic Robert M. Woolf while dancing at the old Rainbow Rendezvous. They were sweethearts for four years before marrying on March 3, 1944. As a young couple, they moved to Iowa City, where Bob furthered his medical studies and later to Seattle, where Bob served as an army medical officer during World War II.
When Dr. Woolf decided to specialize in reconstructive surgery, the family moved to Durham, North Carolina, where he studied at Duke. Four years later, they later returned to Salt Lake City. Over the next three decades, Dorothy was Bob's faithful companion as he established his practice.
Dorothy was a skilled gardener who created spectacular yards at her home, much to the admiration of friends and neighbors. In warmer months, it wasn't uncommon for her to spend an entire day digging in the dirt, breaking only for a cold Coca-Cola and a tuna fish sandwich with potato chips. Dorothy was also an accomplished interior decorator.
She had an eye for the exotic, cultivated from years of travel with her husband. She loved adventure, but was happiest with her family at the beach in Southern California. One of her passions was the cabin she built in Alta, where family and dear friends enjoyed years of skiing and festive celebrations. For many years, Dorothy was deeply committed to her work with Utah Youth Village, the Ballet Guild and Assistance League.
But her main devotion in life was home and family. Her husband, sons and grandchildren meant everything to her. Dorothy was an excellent hostess and cook - many will remember her French rolls - and loved nothing more than welcoming family and friends to her home for Sunday dinners and holiday celebrations.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband (1995), oldest son Bob (2008), granddaughter Cloe (1997), and brother Dick (1982). She is survived by her sons Thomas H. (and Joy) Woolf, James H. (and Sharon Emerson) Woolf, William D. Woolf, her daughter-in-law Gail Maddux Woolf (wife of son Bob), five grandchildren (David, Peter, Laura, Mason, and Tessa), and six great-grandchildren (Julia, Jack, Jordan, Hazel, Catherine, and Joel). Dorothy is also survived by brother Thomas Hansen and sister Annette (and Manny) Floor.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Family and friends will be invited to gather at a location to be announced following the services.
Published in the Deseret News from February 19 to February 21, 2011.
Dorothy Hansen Woolf, 87, died February 15, 2011 at her home. For several years, she had struggled with the affliction of Alzheimer's Disease. She resided at 910 South Donner Way (2985 East) in the Foothill neighborhood of Salt Lake City, Utah at the time of her death.
Dorothy was born March 20, 1923 in Brigham City, Utah to Harvey D. and Elva Blackburn Hansen. She always shared cherished memories of her Danish heritage and childhood in Brigham City. The family moved to Salt Lake City when Dorothy was a young child.
In high school, Dorothy was introduced one evening to the handsome, athletic Robert M. Woolf while dancing at the old Rainbow Rendezvous. They were sweethearts for four years before marrying on March 3, 1944. As a young couple, they moved to Iowa City, where Bob furthered his medical studies and later to Seattle, where Bob served as an army medical officer during World War II.
When Dr. Woolf decided to specialize in reconstructive surgery, the family moved to Durham, North Carolina, where he studied at Duke. Four years later, they later returned to Salt Lake City. Over the next three decades, Dorothy was Bob's faithful companion as he established his practice.
Dorothy was a skilled gardener who created spectacular yards at her home, much to the admiration of friends and neighbors. In warmer months, it wasn't uncommon for her to spend an entire day digging in the dirt, breaking only for a cold Coca-Cola and a tuna fish sandwich with potato chips. Dorothy was also an accomplished interior decorator.
She had an eye for the exotic, cultivated from years of travel with her husband. She loved adventure, but was happiest with her family at the beach in Southern California. One of her passions was the cabin she built in Alta, where family and dear friends enjoyed years of skiing and festive celebrations. For many years, Dorothy was deeply committed to her work with Utah Youth Village, the Ballet Guild and Assistance League.
But her main devotion in life was home and family. Her husband, sons and grandchildren meant everything to her. Dorothy was an excellent hostess and cook - many will remember her French rolls - and loved nothing more than welcoming family and friends to her home for Sunday dinners and holiday celebrations.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband (1995), oldest son Bob (2008), granddaughter Cloe (1997), and brother Dick (1982). She is survived by her sons Thomas H. (and Joy) Woolf, James H. (and Sharon Emerson) Woolf, William D. Woolf, her daughter-in-law Gail Maddux Woolf (wife of son Bob), five grandchildren (David, Peter, Laura, Mason, and Tessa), and six great-grandchildren (Julia, Jack, Jordan, Hazel, Catherine, and Joel). Dorothy is also survived by brother Thomas Hansen and sister Annette (and Manny) Floor.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Family and friends will be invited to gather at a location to be announced following the services.
Published in the Deseret News from February 19 to February 21, 2011.
Dorothy was born March 20, 1923 in Brigham City, Utah to Harvey D. and Elva Blackburn Hansen. She always shared cherished memories of her Danish heritage and childhood in Brigham City. The family moved to Salt Lake City when Dorothy was a young child.
In high school, Dorothy was introduced one evening to the handsome, athletic Robert M. Woolf while dancing at the old Rainbow Rendezvous. They were sweethearts for four years before marrying on March 3, 1944. As a young couple, they moved to Iowa City, where Bob furthered his medical studies and later to Seattle, where Bob served as an army medical officer during World War II.
When Dr. Woolf decided to specialize in reconstructive surgery, the family moved to Durham, North Carolina, where he studied at Duke. Four years later, they later returned to Salt Lake City. Over the next three decades, Dorothy was Bob's faithful companion as he established his practice.
Dorothy was a skilled gardener who created spectacular yards at her home, much to the admiration of friends and neighbors. In warmer months, it wasn't uncommon for her to spend an entire day digging in the dirt, breaking only for a cold Coca-Cola and a tuna fish sandwich with potato chips. Dorothy was also an accomplished interior decorator.
She had an eye for the exotic, cultivated from years of travel with her husband. She loved adventure, but was happiest with her family at the beach in Southern California. One of her passions was the cabin she built in Alta, where family and dear friends enjoyed years of skiing and festive celebrations. For many years, Dorothy was deeply committed to her work with Utah Youth Village, the Ballet Guild and Assistance League.
But her main devotion in life was home and family. Her husband, sons and grandchildren meant everything to her. Dorothy was an excellent hostess and cook - many will remember her French rolls - and loved nothing more than welcoming family and friends to her home for Sunday dinners and holiday celebrations.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband (1995), oldest son Bob (2008), granddaughter Cloe (1997), and brother Dick (1982). She is survived by her sons Thomas H. (and Joy) Woolf, James H. (and Sharon Emerson) Woolf, William D. Woolf, her daughter-in-law Gail Maddux Woolf (wife of son Bob), five grandchildren (David, Peter, Laura, Mason, and Tessa), and six great-grandchildren (Julia, Jack, Jordan, Hazel, Catherine, and Joel). Dorothy is also survived by brother Thomas Hansen and sister Annette (and Manny) Floor.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. in the Salt Lake City Cemetery.
Family and friends will be invited to gather at a location to be announced following the services.
Published in the Deseret News from February 19 to February 21, 2011.
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