Dorothy Verner Clarkson
August 30th, 1957 – November 2nd, 2024
Dorothy “Dottie” Verner (Larsen) Clarkson, formerly of Villa Park, Illinois, passed away on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 at the age of 67 in St. Louis, Missouri. Dottie was born in Elmhurst, IL on August 30th, 1957, to the late Verner and Dorothy (Dolly) Larsen and raised in Lombard, IL, where her love of lilacs bloomed.
She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Jessie Clarkson. Devoted mother to Tiffany Clarkson, Kelly (Michael) McBride, and Holly Bourne. Lovingly remembered by her three grandchildren, Hayley Bourne, Clark and Alec McBride; sister Joann (Herb) Wilcox; best friend of over 50 years Rhonda (Joe) Jaras, and several nieces and nephews located in Illinois and Michigan.
Preceded in death by her parents and her older sister Edie Keski.
Spending time with her daughters and grandchildren were her most cherished moments. Besides family, she enjoyed crafting, writing, cooking, and baking the BEST Christmas cookies each year. She was loved by so many and will be missed deeply by all who knew her.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Dottie’s name may be made to the American Stroke Association.
Dottie was the true meaning of friendship. Her family was her passion. Everyone loved her Christmas cookies. This is too small of a space to mention all the laughter, tears and memories we shared over the years. She was the best friend a person could have. I miss her every day. You are the sister of my heart.