Dorothy Burns, 89, a long time resident of Dickinson, Texas passed away on January 11, 2022.

She was born April 20, 1932 in Brandon, Mississippi. She married Chalmer B. Holder on September 29, 1953. Sadly, he was killed during an on-the-job accident on January 11, 1974. Later, in 1991, she remarried to James O. Burns.

Dorothy is survived by her husband, James O. Burns; her daughter, Patricia Ann Segler; her son, C. Boyce Holder; her two grandsons, Kyle Segler and Trevor Holder; her step-grandson Karl Burns, her step-granddaughter Kayla Burns, one great-grandson, Beckam Holder, and step-great-grandchildren Melody Burns and Levi Burns.

Her greatest joy was her family. She was well-known for her endless energy and drive to get things done. Known also for her excellent cooking, she hosted many family gatherings and celebrations. She also loved working in her yard, and her yard was often the recipient of Yard of the Month.

As a long-time member of the United Methodist Church in Dickinson, Texas, she spent much of her time volunteering.

A memorial service will be held at Crowder Funeral Home at 111 E. Medical Center Blvd, Webster, Texas on Saturday, January 15th. Visitation will be at 1pm and the service follows at 2pm.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Dorothy’s name to The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America.