Dorothy M. Gerarden, 93, a lifelong resident of De Pere passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning July 22, 2014. She was a loving sister and amazing aunt "mother" to generations of nieces and nephews, who all loved her dearly. Dort was a selfless and hardworking aunt who always put others ahead of herself. She was a dedicated caretaker to many in her family. Her delightful cooking was one of the ways she loved to give to others. She was a member of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Family in De Pere. She is survived by her two sisters: Hazel Van De Ven and Beatrice Coenen, and generations of nieces and nephews. Dorty was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers: Don Gerarden and Barney (Pat) Gerarden, her sister Margie Forsythe, brothers-in-law: Art Van De Ven and Herb Coenen, two nieces and a nephew: Cathy Van De Ven, Cindy Lasee, and Randy Coenen. Friends may call at the RYAN FUNERAL HOME 305 N. Tenth Street in De Pere after 1pm Friday July 25, 2014 until time of service at 3:30pm with Deacon Mike VanderBloomen officiating. The family would like to extend a special thank you for the compassionate loving care they gave to Dort at Matthews Senior Living in Wrightstown