Dorothy Robinson Etheredge

Dorothy Robinson Etheredge 83, of Swansea S.C., died August 21, 2021. Dot was the daughter of the late Carlyle and Mazie Robinson of Woodford, S. C.Visitation will begin at 3:30 p.m. in the Swansea United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall followed by the Funeral service at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 at Swansea United Methodist Church, with Reverend Chris Lollis and Reverend David McManus officiating.Burial will be at Melrose Memorial Garden, Swansea S.C. Dot was preceded in death by her brother Donald Robinson, Husband Thomas William (Billy) Etheredge and son Lee Clinton Etheredge.Dorothy is survived by her daughter, Lisa (Andy) Knight; Grandchildren, Leah (Jonathon) Green, Cameron (Victoria) Knight, Andrea Knight and Thomas Knight; Great-Grandchildren, Pyrit and Olive Green, and Whitlee Knight;sister-in-laws, Ann Robinson and Sarah Kirkland and a number of nieces and nephews. Dot was an active member of Swansea United Methodist Church, where she was dedicated to the kitchen and outreach ministries. Dot loved to garden and bake. She was often found working in her yard, and she would make cakes to share with people in the community in times of sickness and grief. Dot and her best friend Dean would share their love of God and Country by supporting our service men and women. From hanging yellow ribbons in our community to their Christmas box ministry, Dot and Dean devoted their time and energy to these service men and women. Along with these acts of service, Dot showed great affection for animals and was known to care for stray animals in the community. Dot’s love for children led her and her husband Billy to sponsor a child from Carolina Children’s Home, and they continued this relationship for years after the child was reconnected with his biological parents. Most importantly, Dot, known affectionately as “Mama Dot" by everyone, loved her family. Dot graduated from North High School and attended the University of South Carolina. After graduating, she worked in the banking and insurance industries until her retirement. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Prisma Health Hospice, especially Jackie, Mary and Kimberly for their care and compassion. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Swansea United Methodist Church. A message of condolence may be sent to the family by visiting www.mcalhanyfuneralhome.com. Culler-McAlhany Funeral Home is assisting the family.