BURKETT, Delores Ann (Dodie)

(Maiden Name: Yanke)

Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ - Published Wednesday, November 16, 2011 - Delores "Dodie" Ann Burkett, 71, passed away Nov. 14, 2011 in Lake Havasu City. She was born on March 8, 1940, in Bridgeman, Mich., to Emil and Thelma (Spears) Yanke. Dodie, as she was known to her loved ones, was a loving and caring lady who always looked out for others to make sure they were cared for. She married her beloved husband, Michael C. Burkett, Oct. 7, 1961, in Tucson. Together they made Lake Havasu City their home 15 years ago, coming from Livermore, Calif. Dodie and Mike raised their family in Livermore, keeping their children active in sports and spending quality time camping with family in the summer months as well as enjoying boating and water skiing. When they moved to Lake Havasu City it did not take long for them to become involved with the community and enjoy the beautiful lake. She became an early member of Lamb of God Lutheran Church and for many years held the position of Treasurer. Dodie loved her many friends that surrounded her. She was a Weight Watchers leader and enjoyed sharing her experiences to all involved. In recent years, she used her love for crafts to create “Stamping up" cards. She would send the most beautiful card to family and friends. Her many family members and friends will always have great memories of her because of the love she shared with them. Dodie is survived by her loving husband of 50 years, Michael C. Burkett, of Lake Havasu City; son, Mike Burkett; daughter Denise Garrigan; five grandchildren, Brittany, Jessica, Jacob, Chase and Savannah; two great-grandchildren, Porter and Zander; sisters, Karol Ghera and Connie Johnson; and brother, Randy Hall. She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma L. Hall; father, Emil H. Yanke; and a brother, Barry D. Yanke Sr. Memorial Service will be Saturday at Lamb of God Lutheran Church, 2791 Inca Drive at noon with Reverend Doug Bock officiating. Condolences can be sent to the family at www.lakehavasumortuary.com. Arrangements are under the care of Lake Havasu Mortuary and Crematory.
Posted by mhenderson on November 20, 2011

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