Obituary of Dorothy R. Louis

Dorothy R. Louis, 83, March 30, 1927 - June 16, 2010 Suddenly. Survived by oldest sister Mary L. Ambrose, nieces Johanna Ambrose (Fritsch) (Phil LaPorta), Elizabeth P. Hoagland (Bill). Many grandnieces and -nephews including Jonna and Joseph E. Fritsch, Laurel, Anna and Johnny Prothero, and Gwen Ardis Prothero (Laurel's daughter). Several other nieces and nephews including Paul and Andrea Louis. Dorothy was an author, travel writer, musician, and artist. She published four books including My Father, the Chef," a tribute to her father, well-known Rochester chef James "Lefty" Louis. A trained soprano, she performed in "Opera Under the Stars" and with area big bands. She composed Irondequoit's "anthem," The Irondequoit Spirit," and recorded two albums, Geneseecrets and How Lilacs Came to Rochester. Dorothy loved animals, flowers, and figure skating. Her dog Ladye accompanied her on her many trips. Her memorial mass will be held Friday, 10:00 a.m. at St. Cecilia's Church, Irondequoit where she was a real part of the community. Contributions in her memory may be made to any organization that supports the humane, non-lethal care and protection of pets, strays, and wildlife. Suggestions include: Sisters of Saint Joseph of Rochester Advancement Office 150 French Road Rochester NY 14618 Paws and Purrs Rescue Inc. Box 17611 Rochester, NY 14617 Center for Animals and Public Policy Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University 200 Westboro Road North Grafton, MA 01536 The Wilderness Society P.O. Box 96913 Washington, DC 20090-6913 Rochester Animal Services (RAS) Specify Pet Adoption/Spay and Neuter 184 Verona Street Rochester, NY 14608 The Science and Conservation Center ZooMontana 2100 S. Shiloh Road Billings, MT 59106