"Dorothy leaves an incredible legacy. I wish I could say I had the honor of knowing her longer than I did. The time I spent with her I will always regard as very special. She raised many and was truly loved. She is now at peace with our Lord God."
In loving memory of
Dorothy Ann Joseph
March 26, 1927 - January 5, 2022
Williamsburg-Dorothy Joseph was born March 26, 1927 on the family farm, near Williamsburg, Iowa, the daughter of Walter & Johanna (Huedepohl) Newkirk. She graduated from Williamsburg High School in 1945. On June 21, 1947 Dorothy was united in marriage to Wilbur "Joe" Ernest Joseph, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, near Williamsburg. The following fall, they moved to Klinger for 4 ½ years before moving back to Iowa County where they farmed for over 40 years. Dorothy was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, ladies aid and the fellowship club. She enjoyed singing in the church choir, quilting, cross stitch, doing any type of handy work, playing cards and volunteering at the University of Iowa. Dorothy died on Wednesday, January 5, 2022 at her home in Williamsburg, at the age of 94 years.
She is survived by her daughters Andrea (Harlan) Possehl of Williamsburg, Roxie Booth of Winter Haven, FL, Val (Dave) Adler of Omaha, NE, Ronda and Brenda Joseph both of Williamsburg; five grandchildren Stacey Possehl, Michael (Lindsey) Possehl, Brad (Cori) James, Dan (Courtney) Adler and Rachel (Jason) Bradley; great grandchildren: Courtney (fiancé Tyler Dietze) James, Parker & Noah Adler and Zoey Possehl; great great grandchildren Brinlee and Karlee Dietze. She was preceded by her parents, her husband, a son-in-law Larry Booth, brothers Walter & Lauren Newkirk and sisters Elvira Frazer and Eleanor Kelting.
Celebration Of Life Service will be held 10:30 am on Monday, January 10, 2022 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, near Williamsburg. Burial will be in the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, from 2-4 pm at the Powell Funeral Home in Williamsburg. Memorials may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church or St. Jude's Children's Hospital. Messages and tributes may be left at www.powellfuneralhomes.com
Tributes
"Grandma Dorothy will be very much missed but I rest assured she is in heaven with those that have gone before her. She?s always been such a kind, caring, and sweet lady that I was honored to call grandma and Jason did as well. I will continue on quilting, crocheting and loving others in her honor. We will miss you! "
"I was lucky enough to have known Dorothy, and blessed to have been a part of her family. I love you and will miss you so much. "
"Ronda....my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family! James Jorris"
"Andrea and family, Sorry to hear of your mom's passing. May your memories sustain you in this time of sorrow. Blessings. Anne Collingwood"
"We're so sorry for your loss, Dorothy was a very kind hearted and caring woman. Blessed to have met and spent time with her! Our thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with all of you. Kevin, Patrice, and Kooper Klein"
"Andrea, Roxie, Rhonda, Brenda and families? Thinking of you all in this time of loss. I pray you find comfort in knowing Aunt Dorothy is home and rejoicing with family in our Savior?s house. ~ Cindy & Tim Rupprecht"
"Condolences to the Joseph, James and rest of Dorothy's family - she was a great lady with a great smile and it was always so clear how much she was loved by all of you, and how much she loved her family. Thinking of you all."
"So sad to hear of this news. My mother - Liz von Ahsen and Dorothy spent many times together. While growing up in the area, we spent many times at Dorothy and Joe's house for card parties and such. She always had a happy house to go visit and we spent many times there. God bless you all as you celebrate her memorable life. Gordon & Kathleen von Ahsen - Harlan, Iowa."
"Oh sweet Great Grandma Dorothy, you will be truly missed here on earth but I know you?re loving every second of heaven. For selfish reasons I?m sad you?re gone, but for you I will be happy. You were always full of sass but never failed to give the best advice. I am so thankful my girls have their great, great grandma to be their guardian angel - you will be the best one. Have fun up there, say hi to grandpa for me! Until we meet again, rest in peace sweet, sweet angel. "
"Brenda,Ronda, and Joseph family, I am sorry to hear about your mom's passing. Always hard to say goodbye no matter how long you've had your mom. Thinking of you all."
"Brenda and Rhonda, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.Prayers for you all, Jerilen"
"Brenda and Ronda, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how important family is to you and cannot imagine your grief. I know you have wonderful memories to cherish that I hope will provide you some comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire extended family. - Kate Thoma"
"Brenda and Ronda, I was so sorry to hear about your mama. Even though I never met her, I felt like I knew her from talking to you both. I know you will miss her dearly. Big hugs, Susan Rundall"
"This was the most amazing woman I have ever met. She was my best friend and my biggest fan. She will be missed beyond what I can put into words. She got to spend her entire life right where she was born, she watched her children grow and her family multiply. She was surrounded by love at all times and surrounded by love when she was called home. - Brad James"
"Ronda, Brenda and family, please accept my condolences on the death of your mom. What a sweet woman she was. I have fond memories of her from when I would see her as she carried out her volunteer duties at UIHC. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Becky Bohlken "