of Conway, AR
July 30, 1922 - March 4, 2017
Dorothy Colvett of Conway passed away surrounded by family in the early evening of March 4, 2017. She was eclectic, an artist, writer, pianist, daughter, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, collector, goof ball, and bibliophile. Her manner was always cheerful, gentle, and tolerant towards strangers and loved ones. Not enough good things could be said about this woman.
She was born in Board Camp, Arkansas on July 30, 1922 to Toby and Lily Peters. She lived in Board Camp Arkansas. Then she moved to Paris where she met her husband Roy Colvett. She then focused on building her family. Later in life, she moved to Conway.
She is preceded in death by Toby Peters, Lily Peters, and Roy Colvett. She is also preceded in death by her beloved pets Sherman, Barney, Chester, Smokey, Coolio, Mickey, Molly, Jessie, Tiger, Huey, Weirdy, Ralph, Killer, Alphy, Trixie, Annie, Snoopy, Sheba, Tramp and Ruby.
She is survived by her children Madelon Cheatham of Russellville, Beckie (Dean) McElhaney of Conway, John (Phyllis) Colvett of Oregon City, Oregon, and Toby Colvett of Corpus Christi, Texas. She is also survived by her grandchildren Camilla Cheatham, Regina Bridges, Leslie Grooms, Morgan Thomas, Paige Thomas, and three great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the ASPCA at their web site aspca.org. There will be a private service at a later date.
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8 Condolence(s)
M. Louise
Friday, March 10, 2017
My sympathies to Mrs. Colvett’s family and friends: Ecclesiastes 3:12 tells us that there is nothing better … than to rejoice and to do good during one’s life so as you celebrate Mrs. Dorothy’s life, remember Almighty God’s promise at Isaiah 25:8-9 that He will abolish death forever and wipe away tears from all faces
Leslie Grooms
Tuesday, March 7, 2017
People have said it before, but I will say after they made Dorothy, they broke the mold. She loved art, animals, crossword puzzles, books, magazines, television, movies, and music. And I do too. She was a cool woman.
Thank you Mom and Dad for looking after her for the last couple of decades. I know she appreciated it more than she could say or show.
She has crossed the rainbow, but we will see her again one day.
Paige Thomas
Sunday, March 5, 2017
love this woman to the moon and back. Thank aunt beckie and uncle dean for making her feel so loved and comfortable through the years.
Sabrina Frantz
Sunday, March 5, 2017
I really enjoyed being around this lovely lady, especially growing up with Toby and the whole family...She was a treasure to be with and will never be forgotten.
Jack johnson
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Toby , we are sorry to hear of the death of your mother . Amber and I are thinking of you and your family at this time !
Arlene Thomas Adamson
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Toby and family:
So sorry to hear of Your mother's passing. She was always a delight with her quick, dry wit. I know she will be missed by all. My deepest sympathy.
Kathy and Jim Gillock
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Dearest Gina, we are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your grandmother Dorothy. Our prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. I know you have many good memories of her, to comfort you, during your healing.
Our love to all,
Jim and Kathy Gillock
Gina
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Love you! Thank you to Dean & Beckie for taking care of her all these years. Love to Madelon, Camilla, John & Phyllis, Toby, Morgan, Paige, Leslie and LaMarr.