Dorothy, age 98, peacefully passed away in Brandon, Florida, on February 28, 2026.
Born on July 26, 1927, in Tampa, FL, Dorothy was the daughter of George and Doma Dunn, from Iowa. Dorothy lived her whole life in Tampa. She spent many years as a resident of Jackson Heights in Tampa, before settling down in Brandon, FL.
Dorothy had a profound passion for helping others, dedicating her time and talents to her church. She worked for Ralston Purina for 30 years, then after retiring, went to work for the State of Florida in the Department of Environmental Protection. After 20 years with the state, Dorothy retired for a second time. She then took on the role of volunteer at the First Baptist Church of Brandon in the MAC Gym assisting with running the front desk. She also volunteered for several years at Tomlin Middle School in Plant City, FL. During her time with the state and her volunteering, she was an active member of the First Baptist Church of Brandon, serving as church clerk for over fifty years.
She is survived by her daughter, Donna LaNan Brevik, from Valrico, FL., four grandchildren, Annette Booth (Mike) of DeLand, FL, Kevin Brevik (Kristy) of Plant City, FL, Joseph Beck of DeLand, FL, and Shannon Bonnett (Matt), of West End, NC. Dorothy also leaves behind ten great grandchildren——and seven great great-grandchildren.
Dorothy was predeceased by her parents, George and Doma Dunn, her husband, Charles, her daughter Sherrill Beck, and her two brothers, Jerald Dunn, and George Dunn.
Funeral arrangements for Dorothy will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026, at First Baptist Church of Brandon, located at 216 N. Parsons Ave, Brandon, FL 33510. Visitation is scheduled from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM, followed by the service at 11:00 AM.
In lieu of flowers, Dorothy asked for a donation to be made to the First Baptist Foundation, associated with First Baptist Church of Brandon, FL.
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