Dortha Mae Buie

On Wednesday, July 19th, Dottie Buie, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother passed away at the age of 97. Dottie Buie was born July 13, 1926, in Haslet, Texas. She lived in Tyler for the last 50 years alongside her loving husband, Dr. Ralph Buie.

Dottie was an RN and passionate about helping her community through medicine. She worked in many areas of the Hospital throughout her career, but she felt at home in the operating room. Dottie went on to become a supervisor where she was known for her dedication to the medical field and teaching the future generation of nurses.

She was also dedicated to supporting her local community. After her retirement, she volunteered as a “pink lady” where she served over 13k hours at ETMC and UT Health from 1981 to 2020. She also volunteered for over 40 years with Meals on Wheels, tutored elementary school students at East Texas Literacy, and served at the Alzheimer’s Association in Tyler.

Dottie was an art lover and avid painter. She won multiple awards at local competitions throughout her life. She was also an active member at First Presbyterian Church in Tyler, where she attended the Women's Weekly Bible Study, was in the Greeter’s Ministry, and served as a Deacon and Elder. Dottie was the recipient of the honorary life membership from Presbyterian Women and a member of the Order of Eastern Star for 70 years. During that time, she served as a Worthy Matron and Deputy Grand Matron. She enjoyed playing bridge with her friends and played at least 2 times a month over the last decade.

Dottie was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Ralph Buie; parents, Ben and Lemmie Hood; brother, B.F. Hood; and stepson, Ralph Crawford Buie. Survivors include her sister, Bobbie “Fern” Hardcastle; son and daughter-in law, Dr. Kelly and Patti Mack; grandchildren, Adam and Amanda Mack, and Sarah Mack; stepdaughter, Claudia and her son, Cody and Jeannette Stevenson and their children, Matthew and Alexandra; caregivers Evelyn Thomas, Khadijah Brown, Annie Clark, and her faithful dog, Thor.

Funeral services for Dottie will be at First Presbyterian Church in Tyler Tuesday, July 25th at 10am with Reverend Dr Stuart Baskins officiating. The family will receive friends at Lloyd James Funeral Home, Monday evening 5pm to 7pm.

We would like to thank The Hospice of East Texas for the wonderful care Dottie received.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to Meals on Wheels, Alzheimer’s Association in Tyler, East Texas Literacy and The Hospice of East Texas in honor of Dottie.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lloydjamesfuneralhome.com for the Buie family.