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Dorothy "Dottie" Fay Rhoton, 93, of Hagerstown, MD, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at Fahrney-Keedy Nursing Home, Boonsboro, MD.
Born on January 15, 1933 in Lancaster, PA, she was the daughter of the late Anna Margaret (Gum) and Leon Martin Grimm.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her Brother, Kenneth L. Grimm, Sr. and longtime companion, Kenneth Gray.
Dottie graduated from Hagerstown High School, class of 1951.
Dottie worked for CSX Railroad until her retirement.
She was a member of the Loyal Order of Moose, Hagerstown, and Western Maryland Oldtimers of the Railroad.
She is survived by her Son, Steven L. Rhoton, and wife, Diane; and Grandchildren, Angela M. Rhoton and Travis Steven Rhoton; Great Grandchildren, Conner, Adalynn, Emma and Lainey.
Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements were made by J.L. Davis Funeral Home, Smithsburg, MD and online condolences may be offered at www.jldavisfh.com.