Dorothy Kepner Caldwell Luchette, 98, went to be with the Lord on June 21, 2019.

She was born on May 22, 1921, at her home in Hartford, Ohio, the daughter of Camillus and Elizabeth (Taylor) Kepner.

She was a graduate of Hartford High School and Warren Business School. She worked at the Trumbull County Treasurer's Office and Petrini Insurance Agency prior to opening the Caldwell Insurance Agency, which she owned and operated for 30 years.

In 1940, she married her high school sweetheart, Richard B. Caldwell (Dick), and they had two children, Thomas and Patricia. He preceded her in death on May 16, 1989.

Dorothy later married Dr. Albert A. Luchette and they enjoyed years traveling and spending time with family and friends.

With the exception of Dick's time in World War II, Dorothy lived on the family farm most of her life, where their home was known as a welcoming place to all. She moved in 2013 to be with her daughter in Minnesota, where she continued to be recognized for her extensive volunteer work.

Dorothy was a member of the Trumbull County Independent Insurance Agents and one of the first women agents in Ohio.

She was also a member of the Hartford United Methodist Church, the Hartford Community Church and the Hartford Historical Society. She served as president of the WSCS, taught Sunday School, and was the first woman trustee in Hartford Township.

Dorothy leaves behind her son, Thomas (Carole) Caldwell, her daughter, Patti (Craig) Paulson, five grandsons, Ryan (Dottie) Caldwell, Reed Caldwell, Douglas (Cynthia) Paulson, Nels (Margaret) Paulson, Peter (Kristi) Paulson; 12 great-grandchildren; three nieces; and four nephews.

Her sister, Camilla Kepner Carlile; and brothers, Roy Kepner and Reed Kepner, preceded her in death.

Memorials may be sent to Lakes Area Young Life, P.O. Box 970, Detroit Lakes, MN 56502 or online to www.giving.younglife.org/dorothycaldwellluchette.

LUCHETTE

Dorothy Kepner Caldwell, 98, of Hartford, Ohio.

Calling hours: From 5 to 7 p.m. Friday (6-28-19) at GALLOWAY ONSTOTT FUNERAL HOME, 3451 State Route 7, Hartford. Condolences and tributes may be sent to www.gallowayonstott.com.

Service: Funeral will be at 11 a.m. Saturday (6-29-19) at Hartford Community Church, 3312 State Route 7, Hartford.

Interment: Hartford Township Cemetery.