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Dorothy Willard Obituary

Dorothy Scott Willard JOHNS ISLAND - Dorothy Scott Willard, 76, of Johns Island, South Carolina, passed away, November 22, 2022. Married to Anthony Willard for 51 adventurous years, Dorothy was born in Glendale, California on November 4, 1946. Dorothy's love for adventure began at an early age, spending her childhood in a variety of states and countries, before attending Occidental college, where she earned a B.A. She then went on to earn her Master's degree from the American Graduate School of International Management, where she met her future husband. Dorothy was a live-life-to-the-fullest partner, a wonderful mother, a loving friend, and a brilliant economist. She was insatiably curious, creative, faithful, and true. She grew up between California, Kuwait, Algeria, and Texas. While married she lived in Canada, Indonesia, Australia, Japan, and the US. In each location, she created a home, friendships, faith, and fun. Dorothy had so much to offer everyone she met with her engaging stories and her earnest interest in the lives of others. We are forever grateful. She is survived by her husband, Anthony Willard and her children, Scott Willard and his wife, Rachel Willard (3 children), Weston Willard and his wife, Anna Willard (2 children), and Amanda Willard and her husband, Michael Ott (2 children). There will be a private family ceremony. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you please make any donations you wish to the Lowcountry Food Bank. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2022.

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Brian & Cora Murphy

December 3, 2022

Prayers for the entire Willard family during this time of great loss.

M.A. Ferguson

December 3, 2022

Fond Memories of Dorothy in Kalamazoo and again in Charleston through P.E.O. She was smart, funny and a delight to be with. She will be missed by all who knew her.

Nichole Langa & family

December 2, 2022

In loving memory of a wonderful person. Your smile and laugh were contagious and you had a heart of gold. Thank you for being you and for the blessings you gave to my family. We will love you and miss you always, Mama Willard, until we see you again

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