Dorothy Talley

January 30, 1936 - September 24, 2019

Dorothy Mae Talley was born to the union of James and Corine McClary (both preceded her) in 1936 in Georgia. Dorothy had seven siblings of which four (Gloria, Emmaline, Raymond, and Orlandis) has preceded her. Dorothy was a young girl when her family moved to Inkster, Michigan. It was here that she met and married the late Walter Talley Jr. To their union were blessed four children of which three (Elaine, Carolyn, and Dwayne) has also preceded her. Dorothy was known for her warm smile, kind spirit, and giving heart, which was a perfect for her career in the nursing field. She loved spending time with family especially during birthdays and holidays. She loved all of her children very much and was very fond of her only son, Dwayne. Dorothy loved music. Her favorite music was the oldies and hits from Motown. She loved to sing as she would often sing sweet lullaby's to her grandchildren when they would stay over. Dorothy had an open door policy and all were welcome into her home. Her most favorite thing to make and eat sweets! She leaves to cherish in her memory: one daughter, Lisa Talley, one daughter-in-law; Bonita Talley, two brothers, Joe and Calvin, one sister Romale, twelve grandchildren, Lakisha, Dwight, Aaron, Ashley, Noni, Dale, Michael, Andrea, Rafael, Shavonna, Lashonna, and Brandon, nine great-grandchildren, Taira, Malika, Jelani, Dwight Jr. (DJ), Kaydence (Kay-die), Landon, Sir'von, Vereon, and Eonna, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.