Dorothy Veronica Murphy Marsh, 91, of Burlington, died Saturday, August 2, 2025, at the Southeast Iowa Regional Hospice House in West Burlington.
Born July 24, 1934, in Plattsburg, N.Y., she was the daughter of Bernard Francis and Dorothy Veronica Snyder Murphy. On February 22, 1957, she married Benjamin Marvin Marsh in Beekmantown, N.Y., who preceded her in death on March 6, 2016.
Dotti graduated from high school and later earned an Associate's Degree from Southeastern Community College. Throughout her life, she worked for several companies, including the Iowa Army Ammunition Plant and Chittenden & Eastmen Furniture Company where she served as an ordering consultant. In retirement, she earned the nickname "Tool Belt Dotti" for her eagerness to take on new projects around her home, whether it was replacing floors or creating a patio.
Dotti was a member of Divine Mercy Parish and found joy in a wide range of interests. She had a passion for gardening and surrounded her home with a vibrant array of flowers. She enjoyed listening to Jazz music, dancing, reading, watching her favorite shows, and occasionally dabbled in golf. Dotti treasured her travels with friends, enjoying their company and adventures. Her dog, Rusty, became her constant companion in her later years. Rusty was more than a pet; he was a family member who brought Dotti comfort and unconditional love during her remaining days.
Survivors include her sister, Collista (James) Reed of Riverside, Calif.; sisters-in-law, Dolores Murphy and Kathy Murphy; and many nieces and nephews from both Marsh and Murphy families.
Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers, Bernard Jr., Leonard, Raymond, and Marvin Murphy., and one sister, Theresa Spivey.
Cremation has been entrusted to the care of Prugh Crematory.
There will be no formal services.