Dorothy M. “Sissy” Lathem, 44, of Steubenville, Ohio died Thursday, February 5, 2009 at Trinity West ER. She was a loving mother, grandmother and sister. She was born July 24, 1964 in Steubenville, OH a daughter of the late Jack and Lois Skinner Pearce. Preceding Dorothy in death was her paternal grandparents George & Estelle Pearce and maternal grandparents Charles & Mary Mathes. Surviving are two daughters Cara Brown and Sara Lathem; son Jack Lathem; five grandchildren Skylar and Jace Haines, Serenity, David and Emily Edwards; sister Vicki (Buddy) Bruce; brother Craig (Elizabeth) Pearce; companion Todd Snider and five nieces and nephews. There will be no visitation. A memorial service will be held Saturday 4 p.m. at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, Wintersville with Rev. Thomas Bullard officiating.
09/03/2024
lisa n john mcelwain
We are both very sorry to hear about sissy's passing....I became good friends with her when i worked at telespectrum and reese brothers.....We did not keep in close touch all the time but she was always there for me no matter what i remember our day at austin lake everytime i go there my thoughts are with her.....My deepest condolances to sara jack kara and todd...... Sissy i will miss you always and you will always reamin in my heart...... RIP LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!!!!!!
09/03/2024
Jessica Ely
Sara and family, I am sorry to hear. your mother was very loving and caring women. when i heard what happen my heart hit the floor because your mother was the sweetest person that anyone could adore. i know right now you and your family is going thru some difficult times just keep your head up and i will keep you guys in my prayer's god bless you.
09/03/2024
PHYLLIS (GRANDY) SWINSINSKI
Sara, I am so sorry words could never be enough. My Condolances and prayers to you & your family in this time of grieving. Phyllis
09/03/2024
Rebecca
I was shocked when I read in the paper about your mom's passing. She was my closest friend at JVS Cosmo. She was so funny and such a great friend to me. I spent many nights at her house just hanging out. Her mom would be so nice to me when I went there that I loved to go down. The lesson here is to not lose touch with your friends. She used to see me at Walmart's salon and we would say we have to stay in touch and never did. I realy loved your mother and cherish my memories. She was a great friend. God bless all of you.
09/03/2024
Patty
Sissy was one of those friends that you didnt need to talk to everyday but knew if I needed her she was there, and if she needed me, I would be there. She lived downstairs from me for awhile. I remember getting this swimming pool, filling it with water, getting all the kids soap,shampoo and even razors and took a bath in the back yard.Saying we were saving on the water bill.(The neighbors thought we were nuts)We always said that when we get old we were moving to the calabreeze building and racing our walkers up and down the hallway.Im going to miss her. I wish I would have spend more time with her. I love her children like they were my own. Love and miss you, Patty
09/03/2024
Nancy Burchfield
My condolences to the family. I saw her obituary in the Herald Star. I went to school with Dorothy up until 10th grade. I lived in Pottery Addition and we became good friends at Garfield. I haven't seen her in almost 30 years but wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with her family.
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