Dorothy M. Mainer's obituary , Passed away on March 14, 2026 in Godfrey, Illinois

Dorothy M. Mainer

July 11, 1940 - March 14, 2026 (85 years old)

Godfrey, Illinois

Dorothy M. Mainer's obituary , Passed away on March 14, 2026 in Godfrey, Illinois

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Gent Funeral Home Inc

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Dorothy M. Mainer

July 11, 1940 - March 14, 2026 (85 years old)

Godfrey, Illinois

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Dorothy M. Mainer Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dorothy M. Mainer of Godfrey, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dorothy left this world on March 14, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As Dorothy departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Dorothy. Though Dorothy may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ernest Lence and Gladys Lence; her son Steven Mainer; her granddaughter Kristen Mainer; and her sisters, Peggy Francis and Barbara Smith.

She is survived by: her husband Lowell Mainer (Sonny) of Jonesboro, IL; her sons, Mark of Alton, IL and Michael (Caron) of St. Peters, MO; and her brother Jim Lence (Linda). She is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

If desired, memorial donations can be made in Dorothy's name to Godfrey Church of Christ, American Heart Association, Alzheimer Association, 5 A's Humane Society of Alton or charity of choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Gent Funeral Home Inc



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