Dorothy L. Christopherson Williston, North Dakota Obituary

Dorothy L. Christopherson

Dorothy Louis (Scott) Chirstopherson was born to Clarance and Edith Scott on August 19th 1928 in Williston, ND. As a young child Dorothy lived in Epping and Springbrook, ND. The family moved to Eugene Oregon until the age of eight and a half. They made the move back to Springbrook where Dorothy attended school through the 8th grade. She attended and graduated from the Epping High School. Dorothy met her future husband, Walter Christopherson, at a basketball game in Epping, ND. On July 25th 1948 they were united in marriage at the Epping Lutheran Church. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Dorothy liked to tend to her garden and flowers. Cooking and birdwatching were also a few of her hobbies. Dorothy was an active member of the Epping Lutheran Church. She taught Sunday school for many years and was a member of the, Ladies Aid and birthday club. In 1971 Dorothy and Walter moved to Williston where Dorothy worked downtown at Joseph’s, Colonial Shop and Robinsons Jewelry. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband Walter, parents Clarance and Edith Scott; sister Gladys Goltz; and brother Lloyd Scott; one sister in-law and four brother in-laws. Dorothy is survived by her sons Daryl, Elton and wife Lori of Williston, Douglas and wife Karen of Epping, Harold and wife Jodene of Williston; daughter Kathy Stevens and husband David of Casper, WY. She is also survived by fourteen grandchildren, thirty seven great grandchildren & two great-great grandchildren. The family sends their sincere thanks to the Visiting Angels that have taken such tender care of Dorothy the last four years. Light a candle, and leave a condolence for the family on her tribute wall.
August 19, 1928 - July 9, 202108/19/192807/09/2021
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Carolyn gillett
October 9, 2021
I will always remember Dorothy and her puppy..she always had a smile on her face when I would come in to work for visiting angels..she will surely be missed by all..hugs and prayers to her family
Vicki Rapaglia
July 15, 2021
I will miss Dorothy She was amazing woman to take care of. I will miss her smile and how she would make me laugh and how we would just talk about old times when she would cook and make pies and rolls. And how they would be gone. Condolence to the family on their loss she... Continue Reading
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Kristi Gronfur Olson
July 14, 2021
A candle was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
A candle was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
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Sharon Carnell
July 13, 2021
A candle was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
A candle was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
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Elaine Strand
July 13, 2021
Condolences to the family. Dorothy and i bowled together for many years.
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Darla Stevens and family
July 13, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the entire Christopherson family. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God keep you strong and united through this tough time. Darla Stevens and family
Marcy Lester
July 13, 2021
Dorthy was an amazing woman whom I am so grateful to have known and been a part of her care. Thank you Dorthy for all the lessons you taught me and I will never forget that little crooked finger pointing at me. You will be missed.
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Mark and Laurie Wrolson
July 12, 2021
Dorothy was a very sweet gem of a lady. Your all in our thoughts and prayers.
Forget Me Nots was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
Forget Me Nots was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
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steve helstad
July 12, 2021
A candle was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
A candle was posted for Dorothy L. Christopherson.
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Linda L Hotchkiss
July 12, 2021
I worked with Dorothy at The Colonial Shop. Oh what fun we had. She was a special lady! Linda Hotchkiss