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Dorothy May Van Arsdale Stamper

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Birth	:	5 Jan 1923
Death	:	14 Jun 2015
Burial	:	Madronia Cemetery, Saratoga, Santa Clara County, USA
Coordinate	:	37.2526120, -122.0359560
Plot	:	57 2 No. 1
Description	:	************ Stamper, Dorothy May Interred: July 10, 2015 Cremated 1/5/1923 - 6/14/2015 ************ Dorothy Stamper January 5, 1923 - June 14, 2015 Resident of Saratoga Sadly, the bright light that once shone in the beautiful blue eyes of Dorothy May Stamper went out on June 14, 2015. She died peacefully at her home with her daughter, Judy at her side. Dorothy was born on January 5, 1923 to Ralph and Alice VanArsdale and remained a lifelong resident of Saratoga. She spent her childhood years living at the Dyer Ranch and learned at an early age the benefits of thriftiness, perseverance and hard work, which carried through her entire life. Dorothy married... Read More	************ Stamper, Dorothy May Interred: July 10, 2015 Cremated 1/5/1923 - 6/14/2015 ********** Dorothy Stamper January 5, 1923 - June 14, 2015 Resident of Saratoga Sadly, the bright light that once shone in the beautiful blue eyes of Dorothy May Stamper went out on June 14, 2015. She died peacefully at her home with her daughter, Judy at her side. Dorothy was born on January 5, 1923 to Ralph and Alice VanArsdale and remained a lifelong resident of Saratoga. She spent her childhood years living at the Dyer Ranch and learned at an early age the benefits of thriftiness, perseverance and hard work, which carried through her entire life. Dorothy married the love of her life, Donald E. Stamper, on November 7, 1943 and they established a life together that created many careers and friendships, and most importantly, their daughter, Judy. Don, Dorothy and Judy were a very close-knit family with strong family values, which they shared with family and many wonderful friends. Dorothy's tenure at the Saratoga Union School District as Secretary earned her a loyal and loving following of friends from her youth to her 90th birthday party at "The Basin" in Saratoga. Dorothy's love of parties, cruises, and special events earned her many awards for unique and imaginative costumes, and a special place in the hearts and memories of many for her creativity and love of having fun. Always the life of any party, her laughter and genuine compassion for her friends will be greatly missed. Never afraid of hard work, Dorothy kept active in maintaining her home and property after the death of Don on November 26, 1977. She was active in providing information to the Saratoga Historical Association, always attended and donated her time to the yearly grammar school and family reunions, and most recently regularly attended The Vista Center of Palo Alto and Blind Center of Santa Clara, leaving behind many special friends. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband Donald Stamper, parents Ralph and Alice VanArsdale, and brother Donald VanArsdale. Special thanks and gratitude to Dorothy's caregivers, Eddie and Lena Delacruz, and Alejandara Parra, who gave her such special care and love, her devoted gardener, Francisco, Hospice of the Valley, and cousin, Dr. Charles Watkins, Retired, who gave Dorothy love and first class care for many years. A celebration of life will be held at a later date, which will be announced. Dorothy's family suggests that in lieu of flowers, contributions to The Blind Center, Vista Center or Guide Dogs for the Blind would be appreciated. Published in San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on June 27, 2015 ************

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Latitude: 37.2526120
Longitude: -122.0359560

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Parent

Ralph Harlan Van Arsdale

(1899 - 1990)

Spouse

Donald Elbert Stamper

(1919 - 1977)

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