Dorothy Elizabeth Wetherholt-Rettke Obituary
In loving memory of Dorothy Elizabeth Wetherholt-Rettke of Decatur, Illinois, who departed this world on March 16, 2025 at the age of 87. Dorothy leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Dorothy had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Dorothy may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Shirley Burton and Frances Burton; her former husband Larry Wetherholt; and her brother James Burton. She is survived by: her husband Albert; and her children, Troy Wetherholt (Marilyn) of Lincoln, IL, Steve Wetherholt (Kelli) of Decatur, Alan Wetherholt (Karla) of Decatur, Tina Wetherholt of Decatur and Eric Wetherholt (Tricia) of Decatur. She is also survived by seven grandchildren and thirteen great grandchildren.