Dorothy Dodd

Whitney

On August 10, 2021, Dorothy (Dottie) Whitney, of Warrenton, was welcomed into the presence of her Savior.

Dottie was born September 17, 1936 in Boston, Massachusetts to Howard and Nellie (McCavour) Whitney. In 1958, while attending Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music, Dottie began serving at Child Evangelism Fellowship Inc. (CEF) headquarters, a worldwide mission organization focused on sharing the Good News of Jesus Christ with unchurched children. As graduation came near, the executive director of CEF asked Dottie to become his assistant, a position she held during the tenure of five presidents. In 1976, the CEF headquarters moved from Michigan to Warrenton, Missouri.

Her work assisted multiple field workers across the nation and around the world to share the great love of the Creator through the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ; who shed His blood as a ransom for all who believe (John 3:16).  At age 75, Dottie's title became ambassador of encouragement, a ministry she thoroughly enjoyed until her graduation to Heaven.

Dottie enjoyed reading, traveling, birdwatching and giving out hugs of encouragement. She also had a passion for photography, especially lighthouses. Her photos of flowers and nature were a source of enjoyment to many.

Dottie was preceded in death by her mother and father. She is survived by her best friend, Laura Hayes, her brother Winston (Mary), niece Mya and nephew, Aaron (Annie), great nephew Landon, and nephew Dave (Amy), great nieces Katy (Eric) and Julia, and great nephew Robert.

A celebration of Dottie's life will be held at Grace Bible Church, 25445 South State Hwy 47, Warrenton on August 14, 2021 at 10AM.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be sent to Next Generation Impact, PO Box 432, Sulphur, OK 73086.