Dorothy Mabel Gulutzen

Passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family at Huron Hospice on Wednesday July 24th in her 84th year.

Loving wife to Michael for 61 years.

Mother to Stephen Gulutzen; Stanley & Cornelia Gulutzen and grandchildren Kelsey, Michael, Ryan, Nicole, Hunter, and Parker; Sheila & Anthony Bosciglio and grandchildren Connor & Morgan Smith; Christine Gulutzen & Derek MacMillan and grandchildren Sarah Longlade & Wes Penelton, Jessica Longlade & Kevin Sawyers and Dustin MacMillan and great grandchildren Fierren, Brixton and Brinley Penelton; Malcolm & Jenn Gulutzen and grandchildren Savanna, Owen, Brody; Alec & Ashley Gulutzen and grandchildren Nora, and Felix; Daniel & Vesna Gulutzen and grandchildren Marcus, Nash, and Lena Gulutzen and Hayden and Maja McGee; Jason & Melissa Gulutzen and grandchildren Ava, Jaron, Callum, and Myelle; Crystal Gulutzen and grandchildren Lynette and Tyler Woods.

Sister to Karen Hoegy, Velma & Fraser Hubbard, Doug & Judy Brindley, and Glen Brindley.

Predeceased by parents Lloyd & Margaret Brindley, brother Brian Brindley, son Michael in infancy, and brother-in-law Barry Hoegy. 

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dorothy Gulutzen who passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on July 24, 2024. Dorothy was a beacon of kindness and a gentle soul, whose presence brought warmth and comfort to everyone she met.

Dorothy was a devoted wife to Michael Gulutzen for 61 years with whom she shared a loving marriage on a dairy farm. Together they raised 9 children and took great pride in their family, which grew to include 25 grandchildren and 3 great-grand children. Her family was her greatest joy and her dedication to them was evident in every aspect of her life.

She was known for her unwavering generosity, always putting others needs before her own. Her nurturing and compassionate heart carried on after her children left the home and she began her puppy business. Dorothy touched the lives of many, leaving a lasting impression that will be cherished forever. Friends and family recall countless moments of laughter, love and support that will be deeply missed.  

Friends and family are invited to Brussels United Church (61 King St. Brussels) for a funeral service on Saturday July 27th at 11 am. Please join us via livestream at https://www.facebook.com/RiversideFuneralHomeInc

Rev. Alex Jebson officiating.

Interment at Brussels Cemetery after the service.

Following the interment everyone is invited to the Brussels Legion for a time of fellowship from 12:30 to 2:30.

In lieu of flowers and as expressions of sympathy donations to Brussels United Church, Huron Hospice or Huron Perth Healthcare Alliance.

Please send cheques to Box 340 Brussels, N0G 1H0.

Condolences may be left at riversidefuneralhome.ca