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Wilhelm's Portland Memorial Funeral Home

Dorothy Ann Denham

May 12th, 1943 - October 17th, 2023

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Dorothy Ann Kiefel was born on May 12, 1943, in Cheyenne Wyoming. Dorothy passed away in her home on October 17th, 2023. Daughter of Valentine and Ester Kiefel. Dorothy is survived by her son Gary Jr. and his wife Heather Weil, her son Edward Weil and her son Kenneth Weil, her sister Linda and brother Melvin, grandchildren Jacob, Savannah, and Andrew, Nephew Kelly and Niece Keri. Dorothy graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1961. Dorothy married Gary Weil Sr. on October 15th, 1961, and later divorced in 1981. Dorothy was married to Charles Denham on December 28, 1983, until he proceeded her in death on October 26th, 2000. Dorothy was a member of the retail clerk’s union and worked for Albertson's food centers until she retired in 2006. Dorothy had a love for animals and had numerous cats’ dogs and birds. Her hobbies included sewing, knitting, crocheting, and gardening. The family thanks the Hospice Care Partner Team for helping make her final days comfortable. Dorothy was a loving and devoted mother who will always be on our minds and forever in our hearts. Dorothy was laid to rest at Valley Memorial in Hillsboro Oregon on November 07th, 2023.

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Wilhelm's Portland Memorial Funeral Home

Wilhelm's Portland Memorial Funeral Home

At Wilhelm's Portland Memorial, we have a rich history dating back to 1901 when we became the first crematory west of the Mississippi River, known then as The Portland Cremation Association. Our historic chapel, marked by its cornerstone placed on February 5th, 1901, has stood the test of time. Today, our memorial site spans 8 stories, approximately 7 miles of corridors of beautifully preserved architecture, and the largest mausoleum on the west coast, spanning 2.5 city blocks....

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