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Dorothy E. Dockter
12/29/1946 - 4/14/2026
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Obituary For Dorothy E. Dockter
Dorothy Dockter, 79, of Rapid City, South Dakota, daughter of Frank and Josephine Winiecki, passed away April 14, 2026. Dorothy was surrounded by loved ones after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis. She was #9 out of 14 children, born Dec. 29, 1946.
Dorothy graduated from Moundsview High School in 1964. In 1969, Dorothy was working at Control Data Corporation where she met the love of her life. Dorothy was united in marriage to Otto Dockter on August 8, 1970, in New Brighton, Minnesota.
Dorothy’s life will be forever cherished as a caregiver to her family as well as many others. Dorothy not only cared for her children but also had an in-home daycare for many years in Aberdeen, South Dakota and Apple Valley, Minnesota. Dorothy had also worked at Mayflower Moving in Aberdeen, UPS and as a school lunch lady in Apple Valley.
Dorothy is survived by children Aimee Heiser (Kirk Branch) of Valleyview, Alberta, Canada, Paul Dockter of Rapid City, Steve Dockter (Sarah) of Aberdeen, South Dakota, Andrea Knoll (Todd) of Box Elder, and Brian Dockter of Box Elder. Grandchildren Julie Heiser of Seguin, Texas, Josh Heiser (Dakota) of New Braunfels, Texas, Jocelyn and Corrine Dockter of Stevensville, Montana, Easton and Maci Knoll of Box Elder, Aubrey and Harper Dockter of Box Elder. Dorothy was excited that she was expecting twin grandbabies in September (Steve and Sarah) and her 1st great granddaughter in May (Josh and Dakota).
Dorothy is also survived by sister-in-law, Jean (Frank), sister-in-law, Patricia (Richard), brother, John (Nancy), sister-in-law Jeanne (James), sister Martha (Robert), sister Emily Everett (James), brother, Thomas (Estelle), brother George (Christine), brother Mark (Yvette), sister-in-law Roberta (Robert), brother David (Karen) and sister, Sor Maria Alianza “Mary Ellen”.
Dorothy will be missed by many extended family members and friends.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband, Otto, parents, Frank and Josephine Winiecki, brothers Frank, Richard, James, Robert and sister Anna.
Dorothy had a love for the outdoors, enjoying gardening and canning the fruits of her labor, camping, fishing and going to “The River”. When not outside, Dorothy enjoyed watching FOX news and the Weather Channel, playing Bingo and watching “The Price is Right”. Dorothy always wanted to meet Bob Barker--- which she got to be an audience member in Bob’s last show!
In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation to your local Humane Society or the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
The family of Dorothy Dockter would like to extend their sincere thanks to the wonderful and caring staff of Clarkson Healthcare with special thanks to Jayda Bohnenkamp. The immediate family would also like to thank family and friends for all the love, support and generosity they have shown.
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Lisa Feldman sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Dorothy E. Dockter - 04/23/2026
Our thoughts are with the family, rest in peace, Dorothy. Brian and Lisa Feldman
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04/28/2026
Dorothy and I became friends as seniors in high school. We partnered as physical education assistants. And I chose Dorothy to be one of my bridesmaids several years later. We went our separate ways and I always regretted not keeping up with her. In subsequently years I got news and updates from her brother, Tom. I think of her fondly.
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04/26/2026
Miss you my dear friend
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04/22/2026
You are missed by all your friends at Clarkson - your table mates send their prayers and love. God bless you Grandma Dorothy!!
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04/21/2026
Dorothy was a wonderful friend. We had a lot of good times together with her and Doc in Apple Valley.
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04/20/2026
Dorothy was such a lovely lady and a wonderful caretaker for my kids. She was a great day care provider. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. Zerfas family
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04/20/2026
So sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. Thoughts and prayers to all of her amazing family.
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04/20/2026
Rest in peace Dorothy. You will be greatly missed by your family.
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