Dorathy Pauline Clingingsmith Obituary
We bid farewell to Dorathy Pauline Clingingsmith of Lakeville, Minnesota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 31, 2024 at the age of 95. Dorathy Pauline touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dorathy Pauline Clingingsmith to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Martin Renne and Minnie Renne; her husband Theodore Clingingsmith; her daughter Janet Clingingsmith; and her siblings, Josephine Witkiewicz (Josie), Gertrude Monroe, Dena Eyrich, John Renne and Melvin Renne.
She is survived by: her children, Ronald Clingingsmith (Jean) and Ellen Clingingsmith-Doherty (Leon); and her siblings, Kathleen Worm (Art), Pauline Fahey and William Renne. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, November 12th 2024 at 10:00 AM at the St. Nicholas Catholic Church (51 Church St, Elko New Market, MN 55054). A celebration of life was held on Tuesday, November 12th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial was held on Tuesday, November 12th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the Fort Snelling National Cemetery.
Incredibly active, she spent her days as a Member of the Lyons Club, Leader with the Girls Scouts of America (50 yrs), volunteering at church, working with the Buchwald family and donating time to various charities.
