Dorothy V. (Dot) Walden

Franklin - Dorothy V. (Dot) Walden, 84, of Franklin passed away April 13, 2008.

Born in Congers, NY, she moved to Ft. Lauderdale in 1955, residing there until 1997. A postal worker from 1964 until she retired in 1984, she became a House Director for sororities and fraternities at FSU and University of Florida as a second career until retiring to Franklin in 1997.

A member of the "WAVES", she was an active member of the American Legion for 62 years, and currently a member of Post #108. Her achievements with the Legion include currently being Second Vice and Chaplain of Post #108, Past State Sergeant of Arms, Department of North Carolina, and Past President of American Legion Post #108 Auxiliary. Past President. Dot was Past President of the VFW Auxiliary. She volunteered for many other organizations including the First United Methodist Church of Franklin, Angel Thrift Shop, and Macon County CareNet.

Survived by children Patricia Hall, Tampa, FL; Thomas Walden, Tallahassee, FL; Jack Walden, Wilmington, DE; sister and brother-in-law Evelyn and Gerard Augustine, Vero Beach, FL; and four grandchildren. She will be deeply missed. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Lewis Rathbun Center, Asheville, First United Methodist Church of Franklin, or a favorite charity. Memorial service will be held Saturday, April 26 at 11:00 am at First United Methodist Church of Franklin with Rev. Wayne Allen officiating. Bryant-Grant Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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