Obituary of Dorothy E. Babcock

Babcock, Dorothy E. Age 91, of Minneapolis, died October 28 with her two daughters at her side. She will be remembered by the many who loved her for her graciousness, style, warmth, humility, and humor. Many were the beneficiaries of her sewing and baking skills. She was the ultimate grandma, and found her greatest joy in family and friends. She leaves a legacy of unconditional love. Preceded in death by husband Richard, granddaughter Megan Sorenson, and sister Barb Dorhout. Survived by daughters Lea Scherer (Jeff) and Pat Sorenson (Arne), grandsons Eric and Peter Sorenson, sister Betty Menning (Carl), and several nieces and nephews. She endured Parkinson's disease and other health issues without complaint, and always with the hope that things would get better. Her daughters wish to thank her caregivers at Folkestone of Wayzata for their tender, loving care. Private family interment at Lakewood Cemetery. The family requests no flowers or memorials.