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Dorothy J. Caniff

Passed 9/16/2012

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Obituary For Dorothy J. Caniff

Dorothy J. Caniff, 70, of Bloomingdale, Ohio died Sunday, September 16, 2012 at Valley Hospice Care Center North.  She was born November 18, 1941 in Steubenville, Ohio a daughter of the late John and Artella Stocklash Donnelly.  Dorothy was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and a previous member of the Wintersville Athletic Boosters Club.  She graduated from Steubenville Catholic Central.  Dorothy was an avid sports fan and liked the Pittsburgh Steelers and Pirates.  She was preceded in death by her husband James A. “Niffy” Caniff, Jr. on January 22, 2011; son James A. “Bee” Caniff, III and brother Joseph Donnelly.  Surviving are her son Jeff (Sheila) Caniff of Bloomingdale, OH; daughter-in-law Amy Aracich Caniff of Wellsburg, WV; three grandchildren J.J. and Justin Caniff both of Bloomingdale, OH and Josh Caniff of Wellsburg, WV; two brothers James Donnelly of Wintersville, OH and Jack Donnelly of Philadelphia, PA; and three sisters Helen Wiggins of Florida, Carol (Smoke) McAfee of Hopedale, OH and Diane Donnelly of Carrollton, OH.  Friends may call on Tuesday 7 – 9 p.m. at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville.  Funeral liturgy with mass will be celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church on Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. with Msgr. Kurt Kemo as celebrant. Vigil Service 8 p.m. Tuesday.  Memorial donations may be directed to Valley Hospice, 10686 State Route 150, Rayland, OH 43943 or American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Elizabeth Mitchell Cortez

    Jeff & family, I have you all in prayer at your time of loss. Your mom sure was a special lady! I'm so sorry I couldn't make it to come and see you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Helen Schaub

    All the Donahues and Donnlley's we knew on Efts Lane I remewmber Dorothy so well and her brother Jimmey they were such nice people so sorry for the loss of Dorothy The best to all of both families and my sampthy. Love HeHelen Schaub.

  • 09/03/2024

    Jill Mahlie Bresson

    Jeff, Sheila, J.J. and Justin, I'm so very sorry for your loss. I have so many fond memories of Aunt Dorothy over the years and I specifically remember how much fun she was to be around. The last time I saw her was last summer when she was in the hospital and she had both my father and me in stitches. One of her many gifts was to bring laughter to those around her. She will definitely be missed. Fondly, Jill, Dave, Tyler and Nicklaus Bresson

  • 09/03/2024

    Moreen Nienaber

    Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I have very happy memories of both of your parents. Best wishes always.

  • 09/03/2024

    Ronnie Brake

    Jeff, My heart aches for you. Your mom was a wonderful lady as we were growing up. At times when I play poker, I can't help but get a smile. Memories of sitting at your kitchen table playing penny ante. Those were good times. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ron

  • 09/03/2024

    Judi Mahlie Williams

    To Jeff, Sheila, JJ, and Justin, We are so very sorry to hear about your mom, grandma, and our dear aunt. Aunt Dorothy was a great person and very cool aunt. Your mom and dad were always my brothers', sister's, and my favorite aunt and uncle. They were always so full of life and so much fun. I am sure they are happy to be back together again. We are all thinking of you in your time of loss. Aunt Dorothy will be missed. With Sympathy, Judi Mahlie Williams and family

  • 09/03/2024

    mike and pat katic

    Jeffrey and family We are so saddened to hear of Dottie's death. She was such a fine lady,we have many good memories of your Dad and her from their younger years. We offer our sincere condolences at this sad time. Love, Mike and Pat

  • 09/03/2024

    I never knew this , I am Michele , Bill's daughter

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