Dorotha Cline

Dorotha Marie Cline, 81, passed through the gates of Heaven on Monday, January 28 and was greeted by the love of her life and her beloved mother and son. Dorotha's life was one of gentle determination and love. Many saw her as quiet and shy, but those who knew her, know that her eyes spoke of love, her sense of humor was endless, and she never quit working. She could find the humor in any situation and was never afraid of hard work or laughing at herself. Family visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 31, 2013, at Robert Massie Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, February 1, 2013, at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church with Rev. Leigh Lloyd officiating. Burial will follow in Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Arrangements are with Robert Massie Funeral Home. Dorotha's obituary and memorial guestbook may be viewed online at www.RobertMassie.com Dorotha was born November 22, 1931; the oldest of 8 children born to Maida Halliburton Bremmer and Konrad Bremmer. At a young age, she began caring for the younger children in her family and her siblings consider her to be their "second mom." That was a role that would last her lifetime for numerous children. Dorotha was training to be a nurse when she met her husband, Richard D. "Dick" Cline. They were married in 1950 and started a family that included 7 children, 19 grandchildren, and 19 great-grandchildren. The family was constantly expanding due to the couple's mutual belief that all children deserved to be loved. Nieces, nephews, grandchildren and childhood friends found themselves part of the household. Dorotha's philosophy was that "if my children love you, so do I. " Dick's job relocated the family many times; but, regardless of location, the Cline house was always the favorite gathering place of neighborhood kids, often described as being filled with love and comfort, a place where everyone was accepted the moment they walked in the door. Dorotha learned to sew as a small child and created works of art with fabric, needle, and thread. She is best known for her love of quilting, which allowed her to wrap her love around those she loved, even when they were not close enough to hug. In addition to warming the hearts of loved ones, she used her skills to benefit others, creating quilts for area charities including the West Texas Rehabilitation Center. Dorotha was a loving, devoted mother to her children, and thought each of her grandchildren was the greatest gift that she ever received. When her great-grandchildren began arriving, she stated that "God has blessed me with all of these little people, each so different." She saw each child that she impacted as a gift given to her from God. Dorotha was greeted in Heaven by her husband of 48 years, Richard D. "Dick" Cline, son -Richard A. Cline, parents -Konrad and Maida Bremmer, sister- Mary Bremmer McDaniel, and brother- Eddie Bremmer. She is survived by her children and their spouses: Mike and Cindy Cline of Springfield, Mo, Ken and Angie Cline of Llano, TX, Teresa and Lyle Pfannenstiel of Udall, KS, Rita Cline of San Marcos, TX, Ron Cline of San Angelo, and Dedee Cline of San Angelo. Her siblings: Twin brother: Dale and Jean Bremmer of Hattisburg, MS, Francis and Robert Brin of Winfield, Ks, Barbara and Robert Pavley of Canton, Il, KL and Jan Bremmer of Tulsa, OK, and Carol and Don Streit of Offerle, KS She also leaves behind 19 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren of whom she was very proud, Many nieces, nephews, and friends. Memorials may be made to West Texas Rehabilitation Center in San Angelo. "To my family: If my voice was to leave me, If my breathe was to go - These are the last words I want you to know--- I love you. I am proud of you. You are my treasure." - Dorotha Marie Cline