Obituary of wilda m gilmore "dottie"

Our beautiful mother slipped away on Thursday, January 27, 2022, in her home with her children and her beloved dog "Addie" by her side. "Dottie" Gilmore was born August 19, 1933, in Pensacola to "Bud" & "Bama" Merchant. She graduated from Pensacola High. During that time she met the love of her life, Jerry Michael "Mickey" Gilmore. They were married June 3rd, 1953. Their love was undeniable and they went on to build a beautiful life together. They started their moving business (Gilmore Moving & Storage) in 1958 and she continued to support and work side by side with him in many other business ventures. She loved preparing delicious meals for her family and friends, even making cookbooks for each of her children to pass their recipes to future generations making personal notes on each one. Her skills in the kitchen were truly remarkable. She enjoyed fishing, especially on the Saint Johns River, and miles out into the Gulf of Mexico, even though she disliked water and could not swim. She was proceeded in death by her husband, Mickey Gilmore; parents, Mr. & Mrs. James Merchant; son in law, James Ronald Dorsch III. She is survived by her loving children, Sharon Dorsch (Ron), Pam Plate (David), Rynn Gilmore, Michael Gilmore (Wende); brother, Donnie Merchant; grandchildren, Jamie (Brad) Williams, Kristen (Jesse) Hampton, Darren Plate, Sara Plate, Kari (Masson) Malone, James Mills, Wesly and Nathan Gilmore; Great grandchildren, Sevion, Giselle, McKenzie, Julianne, Nicholas, Lucas, Sydney, Paige, Raegan, Charlie, and Lillie. We would like to express a special thank you to those instrumental in moms care; Aileen, Marge, Paula, Jeanie, Carmen, Jessica, Donna, Shauna, Kim, Ashley, Allison, Vita's Hospice and Dr. Gilbert Vigo. She cared for you all. We thank you for your kindness and compassion. We are saddened that we are forced to delay honoring mom but it is unavoidable. Graveside Services will be held Saturday, February 19th 2:00 pm at Beal Memorial Cemetery, 316 Beal Pkwy NW, Fort Walton Beach, FL. With a Celebration of Life to follow from 3:00pm to 6:00pm at the Elks Lodge on Okaloosa Island, 1335 Miracle Strip Pkwy SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. Mom, we will always love you and think of you at each beautiful sunset, which you loved so much. We will miss your kindness and your wonderful sense of humor which you carried gracefully throughout your journey. Arrangements entrusted to Family-Funeral & Cremation of Mary Esther, FL (850)226-4240.