Obituary of Dorothy Ross Linkletter

It is with sadness that the family of Dorothy R. Linkletter announce her passing at her home in Sackville, N.B., on Thursday, March 15, 2012. Dorothy was 94 years of age. Born on October 6, 1917 in Great Village, N.S., she was the daughter of the late Janet (Drysdale) and Thomas Ross Johnson. Dorothy graduated from Dalhousie University in 1938, with a degree in Political Science and a Diploma in Education. She went on to teach school for more than ten years in Nova Scotia and Montreal. Dorothy was a great advocate of citizen participation and was involved in many community issues, receiving many awards throughout the years, in recognition of her interest in and contribution to community life. Dorothy will be sadly missed by her children, Janet Fotheringham of Sackville, N.B., Judy Linkletter (Tony Lewis) of Salmon Arm, BC, David Linkletter of Sackville, N.B. and Susan (John) Farmer of Hobart, Tasmania; seven grandchildren, Mary and Jennifer Fotheringham, Steven and Sarah Lewis, Steven and Sophie Farmer, Chris Linkletter and by many nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her husband, Alfred Linkletter in 1994; three brothers, Arthur Johnson, Thomas Johnson and Aubrey Johnson and by her sister, Elizabeth Annand. Arrangements have been entrusted to Campbell’s Funeral Home, 89 Bridge Street, Sackville, N.B. (364-8188). In keeping with Dorothy’s wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no memorial service at this time. Visitation will be held on Friday, March 23, 2012 from 2-5 pm at the funeral home. The burial will take place in the spring in the Sackville Cemetery. Donations in memory of Dorothy may be made to the charity of one’s choice.