Dorothy Whann Sochor

Dorothy Inez Whann Sochor, 91, born on January 16, 1931, was surrounded by her family at her home when she passed into glory on Monday, August 22, 2022. She was born in Chickesaw, PA to John Whann, Jr. and Grace Whann. She was one of five children. After attending Bible college, she married Thomas Melvin Sochor on June 4, 1955 in Monaca, PA. From the beginning of their lives, they served the Lord together at home and church. They were members at Trinity Reformed Baptist Church for 28 years, and most recently at Covenant Fellowship in Moneta, VA. They raised their family of four children with service to God in mind and heart. She was best known for her love of reading, joy of doing puzzles, working with flowers, painting, and spending time with and teaching her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was a compassionate listener, a woman of faith and prayer, and someone you could depend on for godly encouragement, warm apple pie, and sharing her love of nature. She was preceded in death by her parents; two sisters, Phyllis Cassidy (Dell) and Ruth Kuna; two half-sisters; and two half-brothers. She is survived by her husband of 67 years, Thomas Melvin Sochor; son, Dan Sochor (Ruthie); daughter, Cindy Loyd (George); son, Nathan Sochor (SueAnn); and son, Eric Sochor (Theresa). She was blessed with 11 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The family would like to express our deepest gratitude to Rachel and Jacob Carrick - granddaughter and grandson-in-law, for their 24/7 sacrificial service and care for their grandmother over many months. We also wish to express our sincere gratitude to her two Carilion hospice nurses, Helen and Julianne, for their help and care over the last four months. Memorial services will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at Trinity Reformed Baptist Church in Boones Mill, VA. Family will receive friends at 1:00 p.m. with service following at 2:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Mountain View Memorial Park on Grassy Hill Road in Boones Mill, VA. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mountain Lake.