Dorothy Horlander Steinmetz

March 21, 1924 - November 10, 2020

Dorothy Horlander Steinmetz, 96, passed away on Tuesday, 11/10/2020, due to COVID-19. Dottie was born on March 21, 1924, to Leo A. and Margaret Stout Horlander and was a graduate of Mt. St. Joseph Academy in Maple Mount, KY. Her husband Emil H. Steinmetz preceded her in death on 11/10/1992. She was also preceded by two grandsons, Adam Steinmetz and Nick Holbrook, and three brothers, Lee, Harold, and Charlie Horlander. She is survived by her children, Lynn, Tom (Nancy), Anne Rankin (Jerry), Bob (Babs Elliott), and Jane (Roger LeBrun). She was affectionally called “Dumplin” by her 8 grandchildren – Kristi, Alex, Jonathan, Amy, Doug, Troy, Rosslyn, and Elise – and 6 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister, Lillian Morrissey, of Franklin, MA, along with numerous nieces and nephews whose company she always enjoyed. She was an honorary member of the Clara Jean Gruneisen family, and is survived by countless friends from prayer groups, Homemakers Club, bridge groups, golf groups, fellow UofL fans, and her life-long friend, Mary Rose Krebs. Dottie was an active volunteer for a wide variety of charities, most importantly the Sister Visitor Center, a former Catholic Charities Volunteer of the Year, and a former member of the St. Barnabas Parish Council. Due to the COVID-19 emergency, a private service and burial has been held. Once we are certain that everyone can be safe, we will hold a Mass and celebration in her honor. Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.ratterman.com.