Dorothy Giles's obituary , Passed away on April 18, 2026 in Joplin, Missouri

Dorothy Giles

August 10, 1931 - April 18, 2026 (94 years old)

Joplin, Missouri

Dorothy Giles's obituary , Passed away on April 18, 2026 in Joplin, Missouri

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Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary

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Dorothy Giles

August 10, 1931 - April 18, 2026 (94 years old)

Joplin, Missouri

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Dorothy Giles Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Dorothy Giles of Joplin, Missouri, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Dorothy left this world on April 18, 2026 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Dorothy Giles to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Anthony Highberger and Theresa Highberger (Tenspole); her husband John Giles; her daughter Marilyn Anderson; and her siblings, Lawrence Highberger, Carl Highberger, Richard Highberger and Josephine Highberger.

She is survived by: her children, Patricia Pyle (Jerry) of Seneca, Michael Giles of Joplin, MO and Steven Giles (Liliya) of Joplin, MO; her son-in-law James Anderson of Kansas City; her grandsons, Bryan Pyle (Michelle) of Joplin, MO and John Anderson of Seattle, WA; and her great grandchildren, Luke Pyle and Logan Pyle of Joplin, MO..

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary



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Tue

Apr 21

Visitation

Parker Mortuary Chapel
1502 S Joplin Ave, Joplin, MO 64804

Wed

Apr 22

Funeral service

St. Mary's Catholic Church
3035 S Central City Rd, Joplin, MO 64804

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