Dorothy Phipps Chase
Mar. 8, 1935 – Dec. 25, 2020
Dorothy Phipps Chase of Independence, Virginia passed away on December 25, 2020.
Dorothy was predeceased by her parents G. Dewey and Elsie R. Phipps; brother Harvey Lewis Phipps; and sister Carole Phipps Wade.
She is survived by her husband of 64 years James E. Chase; brothers Jimmey Norman Phipps (LTC USAF-Ret) (Bonnie) of Colorado Springs, CO; George D. Phipps, Jr. (Patricia) of Independence, VA; sister-in-law Pauline R. Phipps of High Point, NC; brother-in-law Benjamin T. Wade of Roanoke, VA; children Mark Chase (Janet) and Ann Bergen (John); grandchildren Adam Woods and Molly Bergen.
Dorothy attended Independence High School, earning a Bachelor’s degree from Radford College and Master’s degree from Virginia Commonwealth University. Dorothy and Jim raised their children in Bon Air, VA. She was an elementary art teacher for Chesterfield County Public Schools. After retiring, she returned to her childhood home in Grayson County.
As a longtime member of the United Methodist Women, attending conferences at Lake Junaluska was a highlight of her church activities.
Dorothy enjoyed learning about different cultures and traveled to China and Russia as part of People To People International teacher’s exchange program. She admired the art and Georgia O’Keefe and had a special love for Shaker traditions and their furniture. She enjoyed painting, writing poetry, reading and learning.
A graveside service for immediate family will be held at the Isaiah Phipps Family Cemetery in Bridle Creek on Saturday, January 2, 2021. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to The Shaker Village at Pleasant Hill, Harrodsburg, Kentucky.
Continued prayers for all of you as you give thanks for your mother’s life. May God’s peace surround you as you travel
So sorry for your loss.
Praying for the family as you get through this tough time.
She was such a sweet person. I will be praying for the family.
We are so sorry for your loss. What we remember most about your mother is she was very generous person. We are praying for you all in this season of grief. Our hearts go out to you and your entire family.
We lived next to the Chase family 60 years ago. I was 5 years old and remember Ms. Dorothy ringing a bell and inviting me in for tea parties, popcorn balls and other treats. She taught my mom how to paint and they even had a backyard art show! My parents have wonderful memories of her kindness and my mom still has one of Ms. Dorothy’s charcoal drawings. She left a lasting impression on the Kane family (Howie and Jean). We are praying for your peace and comfort, knowing that Ms. Dorothy rests in God’s good hands.
Dear Jim,
My deep condolences in the loss of your dear Dorothy. I have been wondering why we lost contact after all these years and just found her obituary. I am so sorry for you and her entire family. As you know, I was the music teacher at Swift Creek Elementary and grew to love and respect Dorothy so much. I would love to talk to you when you are ready. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you Jim.
With warm regards,
Helen Liscio Dietz
(919) 602-7240
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