Dorothy Jane Rich

Dorothy Jane Rich

Dorothy Jane Rich

1932-2026

Dorothy J. Rich, formerly of Maryville, Missouri, passed away Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She was born June 21, 1932, to Gerald D. and Myrtle A. (Hahn) Whaley. Dorothy grew up in Maryville, and was Valedictorian of her high school graduating class. She was the bookkeeper for JC Penney in Maryville for several years before moving to Kansas City. She was an accountant for Gear for Sports in Lenexa before retiring. She adored her son, Jeff, and grandson, Brandon. She loved homemade strawberry shortcake. A special lady who will be missed by family and friends.

Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, four brothers – Gerald Jr., David, John and Howard; three sisters – Edythe Porter, Marguerite Beatrez and Esther Meade, and an infant daughter. She is survived by her son and grandson, as well as many nieces and nephews. Eternal rest is in Oak Hill Cemetery, Maryville, Missouri.