Dorothy A. Horsley (nee Carter) age 99, passed peacefully at her home on Friday, December 8, with family by her side.

Dorothy was employed by Joliet Public Schools for many years. She was a long-time parishioner at Trinity United Methodist Church and belonged to Stone Croft Ministry Bible Study. She had many hobbies that kept her busy such as puzzles, crosswords, sudoku, jigsaw, and solitaire. She enjoyed any time in the sun especially to mow her grass. She liked watching the Cubs, all football games and Nascar. She collected "teddy bears" which she cherished very much. Dorothy had a passion for knitting being known for her blankets and most fought over dishrags.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband Russell E. Horsley Sr.; two sons James and Thomas; parents Evan and Elizabeth (nee Pool) Carter.

Survived by her children Debra (Gary) Fritz, Russell (Kathy) Jr., Jayne (Ray) VanMeter; daughter in law Nancy; 11 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 1 great-great granddaughter; sister Gwen (Richard) Attaway. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.

A special thank you to her hospice nurse Tom who she shared a very special name connection with. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Lightways Hospice 250 Water Stone Circle Joliet, IL 60431 would be appreciated.

Funeral services for Dorothy will be held at Farkas Funeral Home, 3201 W. Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60431 Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at 11:30 am. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until time of services. Interment will be held at Woodlawn Memorial Park.

For more information, please call 815-725-0100 or visit www.farkasfuneralhome.com.