Tolliver-Abernathy, Dorothy Gravitt

Thursday, January 31, 2013

Dorothy Gravitt Tolliver-Abernathy, 84, of Dayton, Ohio, died on January 31, 2013.

Dorothy was born and raised in Chattanooga.

Local survivors include her dear aunt, Erma Choice, and devoted nephew, Walter Gravitt.

The family wishes to express their gratitude to her dear and loving friend since childhood, Theresa “Lil Sister” Arnold and many other relatives and friends.

Arrangements will be handled by H & H Roberts Funeral Home, Gettysburg Avenue, Dayton, Oh.

Courtesy announcement is by John P. Franklin Funeral Home, 1101 Dodds Ave., 622-9995.

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