Dorothy Jane Neese, 85, of Russell, PA, died on Saturday, May 1, 2021, following an 18 month battle with Leukemia.
Dorothy was born in New Bethlehem, PA on June 25, 1935, the daughter of the late Elio and Teresa Izzi Vernesoni of Seminole, PA. She was a 1953 graduate of Redbank Valley High School. Following graduation, she moved to Summerville, PA where she was a valued secretary at the Hanley Brick Company while awaiting the return of her future husband from the Korean Conflict. On June 18, 1955, she married John M. Neese who preceded her in death. They made Warren County, PA their home living in Sugar Grove and Lander before purchasing their home in Russell. She was employed by the Warren County School District as a cafeteria manager and teacher’s aide until her retirement in 2008. Dorothy was a member of St. Joseph R.C. Church in Warren, PA. She enjoyed her polka and dinner club friends. Dorothy also enjoyed going on cruises and shopping at ports for unique jewelry that she loved.
Dorothy is survived by her long-time companion, John Lacki of Russell, PA; three children, Geri Neese and her husband Stephen Berlin of Lewisburg, PA, John Neese, II and his wife Cindy, of Johnstown, PA, Lori Kolin and her husband Keith of Cambridge Springs, PA, and a grandson, Dr. Jeremy Neese of Philadelphia, PA. She is also survived by a special aunt, Catherine (Izzi) Swartz, of Brookville, PA; three brothers – Richard, Dennis, and Ronald Vernesoni, and a sister – Mary (Robert) Dempsey; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to her husband and parents, she was preceded in death by an infant son.
Due to COVID concerns, a one-hour viewing will take place at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania Ave. West, Warren, PA, on Wednesday, May 5, 2021, from 11:00am until 12Noon, at which time a Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted with Fr. Richard Tomasone, Pastor, officiating. A private burial will follow at the St. Charles Cemetery, New Bethlehem, PA. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Hospice of Warren County, www.hospiceofwarrencounty.org, 1 Main Ave., Warren, PA, 16365, or to a charity of your choice. E-mail condolences may be sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com. The Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with funeral arrangements.
Great job. Brought me to tears. Thank you
Beautiful Lady & Picture…Loved her so much…We have that blessed hope of seeing her in heaven someday…We will cherish all our good memories with John & her…She will always be in our hearts..Rest in peace,Dear Fiend…
I’m so sorry for your loss, Mr. Lacki. She was a very special lady to a lot of people, myself included. I didn’t grow up in the best of circumstances, and she always took special care of me at school. I once helped her at a Christmas party she hosted at home many years ago. I don’t know if you remember me, but I remember you. The impact the two of you had on me stayed with me my whole life since. I will never forget her kindness, or yours. God bless you. She will be very, very missed.
I always loved waiting on Dorothy when she came into the Moose Club. She always had a smile on her face. God Bless her and her family.
Geri and entire Neese family,
So very sorry to hear the news of your Mom. My thoughts and sympathies are with you all.
Thanks Kevin
To the Neese family, you are all in my prayers. I’m so sorry for your loss. Your mother was an exceptional person.
So very sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. I remember her kind and generous spirit when I was a member of St. Joseph’s Church and Lori and I were both active in youth group and choir. She was a dear soul. Wishing you peace in the love of God and the presence of family and friends during this time, comfort in in the sharing of fond memories of your times with her, and the knowledge that others share with you in mourning your loss, while celebrating a life well-lived.
Geri, Lori and John. My condolences to you on your mom’s passing. What a great lady who always had a smile. Many fond memories of time spent with her and your dad. May God Bless.
To the Neese Family! So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a very nice lady.
Thoughts and prayers to you all.
My sincerest condolences to Geri, John, and Lori. Our families had some great times together while you were growing up!
My sympathy to Dorothy’s family upon her passing. Our children were classmates at Eisenhower High School. I remember her and her husband John as very caring persons especially to the students at EHS. May God grant her eternal life and peace.
Frank Stroker
North Port, FL
Dear Geri, John, and Lori…My thoughts and prayers are with you. I can just see the grin on your dad’s face being reunited. She and the family were everything to him, and yes, he thought of EHS as family. I am glad she is past suffering, and I know you have many great memories to sustain you. I think of you all often. Lynne Wiltsie
Neese Family: Please accept our condolences in your loss. My father, Robert, worked with Mr. Neese in a # of areas. I only met the Neese family perhaps once, but I remember how friendly everyone was!
John,
It has been a long time. My condolences on the passing of your mother.
Dave Oelslager
We are so sorry, John. Thinking of you with love and prayers. Andy and Jen Abbey
So many memories of time shared with the Neese family! A big part of my growing up years… Thinking of you all at this time
Lori, Geri, and John – Our condolences on the loss of your mother.