Dorothy "Dot" Padgett

August 17, 1932 - May 7, 2020

Mrs. Dorothy (Dot) Mae Padgett, age 87 passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 7, 2020. She was born to Jess and Stella Rakestraw on August 17th, 1932 in Hapeville Georgia. She married the love of her life, James Padgett in November of 1955 who preceded her in death in 2013. Dorothy loved her lord and savior Jesus Christ and worshiped him daily. She loved attending her church and serving Christ with her many friends in her Sunday School class. She always looked forward to Sunday so she could spend time with them. She was employed by Dun & Bradstreet from the mid 1950’s until 1962 when she and James adopted their son Keith. At that time, she became a full-time homemaker where she was a devoted wife and mother first and foremost. Anyone who knew Dot, knew of her love for Red Birds. She collected many different items that had Red Birds on them. From pictures, plates and even bath towels she loved the beautiful Cardinal. All would go into the “Red Bird Room “. So, when you see a Red Bird, please think of Dot and know she is happy and with God and family. Her life was a living example of Ephesians 4:32 - Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ, God forgave you. Dot is survived by her son and daughter in-law, Keith and Amy Padgett. Her grandchildren, Zack and Carly Padgett. Her sister Margaret Thompson and many nephews and nieces. Due to the current health crisis, the family is planning a private graveside service Saturday at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, the family would ask that you consider donating to Southwest Christian Care Hospice. Online: http://www.swchristiancare.org/donate Donate By Mail: Southwest Christian Care 7225 Lester Road Union City,GA 30291 Donate by Phone: (770) 969-8354 - Ask for Tammy Kinnet