Dolores S. Novotny

It is with profound sadness that we share the peaceful passing of Dolores (Dorie) S. Novotny, 92, of Struthers early Saturday, August 16, 2025.

Dolores was born April 29, 1933, in Struthers, daughter of John and Mary Rogan.

She graduated from Wilson High School in 1951 and lived in Struthers the past 66 years.

She was a longtime parishioner of St Nicholas Parish in Struthers where she had been part of the Alter and Rosary Society.

She married Francis J. Novotny on August 25, 1954. He passed away July 5, 1982.

Dorie’s life was anchored in unshakable faith and deep love for her family. Widowed at a young age, she embraced the care of her family. She leaves 5 children. Diane Brenner (Mark) of Struthers, Richard Novotny (Laurel) of Newton Falls, Mark Novotny (Karen) of Mentor, Ohio, Karen Novotny (Keith Martin) of Frederick, MD, and Greg Novotny (Nicole) of St. Louis, MO. A strong presence as a “grandma”, she will also be deeply missed by her 10 grandchildren: Scott, Stephanie, Brian, Brittany, Daniel, Nicholas, Alaina, Tyler, Dominic and Francesca. and 10 great-grandchildren: Sophia, Aiden, Owen, Sawyer, Bellamy, Finn, Emilia, Madelyn, Anastazie and Ryland. Both grandchildren and great- grandchildren were the light of her life.

She is preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary Rogan, her husband, Francis J. Novotny, and her brother John Rogan Jr.

The family would like to express deep appreciation to Addison Community Assisted Living for the great care and commitment for Dorie these last 3 months.

Calling hours will take place on Saturday, August 23, 2025, from, 9:30 am to 10:50 am at Holy Trinity Church in Struthers, Ohio, and a mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 am at the church with Father Philip Rogers presiding. 

Dorie was an avid contributor to many charities including, March of Dimes, Rescue Mission, St Jude, Angels for Animals and Macular Degeneration Foundation. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donation to one of these charities in her name or a charity of your choice.

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