Teodula “Dolly” Cratty, 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 19th 2025. Born on April 4th 1940, in the Philippines (Cebu), Dolly was the heart and soul of her family, known for her compassion and infectious smile & laughter.
A devoted mother of 2 ,grandmother of 10 and Great Grandmother of 2. Dolly’s greatest joys were her grandchildren, watching her favorite show Ghost Adventures and cooking. Her famous holiday dinners were a yearly tradition that brought together not just family, but friends and neighbors as well.
Beyond her role as a mother and grandmother, Dolly was an active member of her church St. Francis of Assisi in Mojave , CA. Her love for animals was matched only by her passion for gardening as she was always told how beautiful her garden was even if it was in the middle of a desert..
Dolly is preceded in death by her husband Jerry Earl Cratty, their children James Cratty & Priscilla Rankin, 10 grandchildren, and 2 Great grandchildren.