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Dorothy Ida Leverne Scotton Cannon

02/22/1950 - 08/21/2025

Obituary For Dorothy Ida Leverne Scotton Cannon

Dorothy Scotton Cannon 75, was born on Wednesday Febuary,22, 1950 and passed on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Funeral Arrangements:
Funeral Service: Saturday, August 30, 2025 | Visitation Service starts at 12:00 pm | Funeral Service at 1:00 pm.

Place of Service: Orange Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 505 East End Ave, Durham NC.

Interment: Markham Memorial Gardens

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Shirley T. McNeil sent Mixed Spray for Dorothy Ida Leverne Scotton Cannon - August 29, 2025

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Letha Griffeth-Brooks sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Dorothy Ida Leverne Scotton Cannon - August 28, 2025

Danielle Pollard sent The Peace Lily for Dorothy Ida Leverne Scotton Cannon - August 26, 2025

My prayers and love are with you , Robert and the rest of your precious family today. Your sister was so sweet and I am sure you will have many loving memories to cherish in your hearts! We had a lot in common, both of us graduating from NCCU , majoring and teaching in Elementary Education. I pray that God will comfort you and the rest of your family with,his love at this time! He has gained another angel! Love you!!!

Rebecca Scotton White

I was heart broken to hear of Dorothy's passing. I've known your family since I was a child and the bond between our mothers was something truly special. Dorothy was always quiet and gentle with a beautiful smile that said more than words ever could. Please know that my thoughts are with you all during this difficult time. With deepest Sympathy. Elder Belinda Patterson McKoy

Belinda Patterson McKoy

We are very sorry to hear of Dorothy's passing. May God Bless her family. God rest her soul peacefully. Hazel & Larry Brooks 🩷

Hazel Brooks

Brother Robert Scotton & Family: May you get through this difficult time through the prayers and comfort of friends. Trustee Board EAMEC

Trustee Board-EAMEC

To Sarah Brown and family.

Our condolences and prayers in the loss of your love one.

Bro. Elijah and Rev. Linda Henry

Our condolences on your loss. God bless you all.

Otis and Sherretta Carter

My sincere condolences to the family.

Cynthia Allen

My deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.

Sandra R. Washington

Mrs S. Brown & family, You & your family are in our thoughts & prayers. Laura B. Womble & family

Marilyn A. Womble

Mrs S Brown & family, We are sorry for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Ushers, Russell Memorial C.M.E Church

Marilyn A. Womble

Condolences to the Cannon Family.

Bernard Stone

My thoughts are with your family at this difficult time. I remember you from our class at NCCU. It was a great experience.

Joan Jackson

Dear Family, Your mother's warmth and kindness touched many lives, including mine. I am deeply sorry for your loss and am keeping you in my thoughts. Your Mom was my classmate and friend at NCCU (Class of 1972). " Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning." Psalm 30:5 Gerrie Greene Beltsville, Maryland

Gerrie Greene

May God's Peace be with the Scotton Family, Frankie & Swannie 🙏

Mrs Frankie Banks

To the family I offer my condolences. Dorothy and I had so much fun sitting in church before service catching up on old times. I will truly miss you, Dorothy.

Saravette Paige

My deepest condolences to the Scotton and Cannon family. Dot was a cherished classmate at NCCU and friend. I pray for your comfort. She will he missed.

Carolyn Williams

Dear Sarah and Family, my heart was saddened to hear of the loss of Dorothy. Please accept my sincere condolences. She was always so pleasant every time we met. As you grieve know that God is there with you. His loving arms surround you. The Holy Spirit will guide you through this. Hold onto your precious memories of Dorothy and don't focus on regrets, God knows your heart. I will continue to keep the family in my prayers in the upcoming months. God Be With You.

Judy Gentry

Dear Keyanna and family, please accept my condolences during this time of loss. I am thinking of and praying for you during this difficult time.

Rochelle Peele

John and families, we're thinking about you.

Scotton's Patrons

We know the Lord to be close to the brokenhearted! We pray you will feel and know His presence and comfort. Praying for your family.

Darius and Robin Martin

Your labor of love has earned you eternal rest, dear Dorothy. May your memory be a blessing and your legacy live on through the countless lives you have touched. ❤️

Barbara Patterson-Hatcher

Sorry about your lost

Doris Rodgers

Thinking of you & family and praying for you during this difficult time. May the perfect love God, the comforting presence of Christ surround you, and may the blessed memories of your mother, Dorothy bring comfort and a smile to your heart. She will truly be missed.

Jackie Headen

May the love of God and His presence surround you. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together comfort your heart and bring a smile to your face. I will surely miss Dot,friendship co worker,and church member. Karen Brown With prayers and sympathy

Karen Brown

My heart is heavy to lose another friend and classmate. However, you went home to live with God. You are in good hands so you don't have to suffer anymore. I will miss the few occasions we had in the last few years to socialize but your presence will still be with me. Rest in peace you will be missed. Swillar Jordan Class of 1968.

Patricia Swillar Bowden

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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