Dorothy was born November 20, 1927 in Plymouth, Michigan but has lived most of her life in Corunna, Michigan. She married Ken Stewart on June 8, 1947. They have six children, 16 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren and counting. Their life with with M-21 church of Christ, their family, and the family shoe store, Ken's Shoes was central to their lives. But more than anything, Dorothy's life is about love.