Dorothy M. Shelmire's Obituary
Dorothy M. Shelmire,89, passed away on May 29,2015 in Dallas, Texas. Dorothy was the daughter of Jacob and Agnes Mac Pherson. She enjoyed a wonderful childhood growing up in Pennsylvania. She is survived by her children; daughter Giszelle Jones and son in law Ken Jones of Clemmons, North Carolina, daughter Tamson Shelmire, and son C.R. Shelmire, both of Dallas, Texas. Dorothy was grandmother to Kyle Jones of New York, New York, Kevin Jones and Christian Jones, both of Clemmons, North Carolina. Dorothy had many roles in her life to include school librarian, Girl Scout leader, and community volunteer but her favorite role was that of devoted mother and grandmother. Dorothy will be remembered for her love of laughter and her kindness to others. She will be missed dearly by children and grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a favorite charity, Austin Street Shelter, Dallas, Texas. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Restland Funeral Home and Memorial Park, 13005 Greenville Avenue, at Restland Road, Dallas, TX 75243.
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