Carolyn D Dotson

January 28, 2017

Carolyn was born to the late Eddie & Missouri Trail on January 16, 1945 in Hickman, Kentucky.  Her sister Jessie Woodson preceded her in death.  Carolyn was educated in Toledo Public Schools where she graduated from Libby High School in 1963. At an early age, she displayed her zeal for family.  She assumed the role of matriarch and kept everyone together. Carolyn worked for St. Lukes before she began her career at Sears Roebuck Co.  She was a dedicated worker and obtained many accolades within the company prior to her retirement in 2000.   If you know anything about Carolyn, then you know she was willing to give herself where she could.  She kept her #1 prize possession near and dear “her husband”.  She met the love of her life during their tender years.   She and Terry Dotson became “One” and kept their bond until the very end.   They dated throughout high school and were united together on Feb. 6, 1965. Through their union their only daughter Teri Lynn was born.  Carolyn and Terry did everything together including sporting events, decorating and catering where she loved planning huge meals.  She was known for her famous macaroni & cheese.  She dedicated her life to Christ and later supported her brother in ministry at Grace Temple.  She devoted her time wherever needed and did so with true dedication.  Carolyn had many God given gifts and talents; she was the Coordinator for Culinary Ministry & Graces Closet, she was also the Assistant Financial Secretary. On Saturday, January 28, 2017 Carolyn Dotson departed this earth and went to glory.   She leaves her unconditional loved and cherished memories to: her soul mate Terry Dotson, daughter; Teri Lynn Ellis (Tyrone).  The added sparkle in her eye, granddaughter; Kara Dotson whom she could never tell “NO.  Brothers;  Bishop Chester (Donna), Eddie Jr. (Katrinka), John E.,  Anthony (Shirley), Terrance (Pamela), Reginald (Karen); sisters; Nettye Johnson & Maxine Clinkscale.  A host of nieces, nephews cousins and friend.    Acknowledgement We are grateful to all who have been so thoughtful and helpful to us in our time of sorrow by sharing condolences, words of assurance, and love.  A more personal acknowledgement will be made at a later date.  May the Lord bless each of you The family of Carolyn Dotson Visitation will be Friday 6 - 8 p.m. Dale-Riggs Funeral Home, family hour Saturday 10:00 a.m. followed by funeral services 11:00 a.m.  Church of Grace at 2730 Fulton Avenue Toledo, OH Bishop Chester Trail pastor, Dr.   Tyrone   Ellis eulogist, interment Toledo Memorial Park Cemetery. Dale-Riggs Funeral Home, Inc.