In Loving Memory of Betty Dohack, It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our beloved Betty Dohack (née McBride), who left peacefully on December 21st, 2023, in Seattle, at the age of 88. Born on August 2nd, 1935, Betty graced our lives with laughter, love, and an unwavering spirit.
Betty’s infectious sense of humor remained a constant until her final moments, a testament to her resilience and vibrant energy. She now joins her late husband, Melvin Dohack, in eternal repose, their enduring love story a source of inspiration for all who were fortunate enough to witness it.
Betty, daughter of the late Francis Meisinger (née Simpson) and Alvia McBride. Betty is survived by her brother, Alvia B. McBride, and his wife, Tomoko McBride. Her impact continues through the lives of her niece, Emi Khosraw, and her husband Yohan Khosraw, along with their children Edreese and Adam Khosraw. Lisa McBride, also her niece, with her partner Henk Rogers, and her children Maya and Ken Onuma, and her great nephew, Grant Adams. Betty is also remembered by her late sisters, Wilma, Donna, and Paula.
Proceeded in death by brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: William and Geraldine Dohack, Howard and LaVerne Dohack, Hilbert and Esther Steiner, and Paul and Alvina Schmidt.
Surviving Betty, brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law: Roy and Virginia Perstrope, Virgil and Joyce Dohack, and Bettye Dohack. Nephews and nieces: Howard Dohack Jr., Diana Stueve, Dwight Dohack, Greg and Vickie Dohack, Scott Schmidt, Linda Mueller, Virgil W. Dohack, Steven Schmidt, Roy Perstrope Jr., Debbie Bainbridge, Sharon Sachs, Rhonda Bourquin, and Randy Dohack.
To celebrate Betty’s life, we invite friends and family to join us at Kurtis Funeral Home, 5255 Lemay Ferry Rd., on Saturday, January 6th, from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. A service will follow from 1:00 pm to 1:30 pm, concluding with a final farewell at Mt. Hope Cemetery, 1215 Lemay Ferry Rd., from 1:45 pm to 2:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations in Betty’s honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. May she rest in eternal peace, surrounded by the love she so generously shared throughout her life.
Betty was a kind, sweet woman and I will sorely miss her effervescent sense of humor. She was truly my favorite customer & one of a kind.
She loved her family so much, my heart goes out to all of you.
I did not know aunt Betty for a long time. In that time I believe that we became friends. She would tease me and I would tease her back as only friends do. I always looked forward to our conversations and to holding her hand.
I miss you, aunt Betty. See you on the other side when my time comes.
I met Betty first back in 1984 when Emi and I were seniors in high school. She and Melvin would drive up to Seattle every year.
She was a warm, loving and giving person. I loved spending time with her and listen to her stories over the years. In fact, Betty cracked jokes, told stories even in her final days while knowing she is passing.
I learned a lot by just observing and admiring her positive energy and strength. Rest in peace aunt Betty and we all will see you on the other side when the time comes. Your thoughts and positive energy will always be with us.