Preceded in death by her husband of 77 years, Paul, and siblings, James Dawson and Edna Ullery. She is survived by sons, Jay Sollenberger (Patrice) and Alan Sollenberger (Mary Clare); sister, Ruth Royer; grandchildren, Clay Sollenberger (Laura) and Brandon Sollenberger (Megan); great grandchildren, Ivy, Ezra and Luke; sisters-in-law, Angela Stinebaugh (Vernon), Carol Lancaster and many relatives and friends.
Dot was a devoted wife to Paul, who together shared their love of music and travel, a loving Mother, avid reader of biographies and an accomplished pianist and teacher. She was cherished by everyone she knew and will be greatly missed.
Special Thanks to the staff at Tallgrass Creek, Overland Park, KS for their outstanding care.
There will be a private memorial service held for the family only.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials go to The Kansas City Chorale, 5601 Wyandotte, Suite 412, Kansas City, Missouri 64113 or The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra, 300 E. 39th Street, Suite LL 1 H, Kansas City, Missouri 64111.