Dorothy Crompton

Dorothy Neal Crompton

February 9, 1930 ~ December 22, 2020

Dorothy “Dottie” Neal Crompton was born February 9, 1930 to Nellie and Ted Neal in Ogden, Utah along-side her twin brother, Donald. She is remembered by all as a talented, caring, and unique individual. Those who knew her best will attest that... “you will never again meet someone quite like Dottie.”

All were welcomed, cherished, and fed at Dottie’s home. Her sweet, warm contribution to the lives of others was reflected in the countless afghans and cinnamon rolls that she shaped and shared with family, friends, and many others around her. 

Before moving to Ogden, Utah, her earliest years were spent in Plain City. There, she developed the powerful work ethic that would bless her and others throughout life as an artist, cook, caregiver, and crochet expert. For nearly two decades, she worked as a waitress at the Ogden Golf and Country Club.

She was married to Lyle Nielson with whom she raised her three children. They were later divorced, and she was wed to George Van Drimmelin (1975), Ernest Wall (1994), and Boyd Crompton (2004)...all of whom she lovingly cared for until their passing.  

Dorothy loved her Savior Jesus Christ deeply and sought to serve others as a mother, wife, friend, Scout Leader, Ward Librarian, Primary Teacher, and Temple Worker. She found tremendous joy in giving to others, even if it meant giving away her own keepsakes and dishes. Yet, she always seemed to be the first one to acknowledge those serving around her as “angels.”

Dottie was a lively, active individual. For many years she enjoyed camping and fishing. She loved to go dancing and continued to do so--in high heels--until well into her eighties. Only then did she finally switch to flats. She continued to camp and fish. Even those at the Seasons Assisted Living Care Center (where she spent the last two months of her life) spoke of her gentle, kind, spirited personality and sparkly sense of style. 

Dottie adored the example and strength of her own mother. Until the time of each of their passing, they would both regularly speak the same two, telling phrases: “arms around you tight” and “to be continued.”

Dorothy “Dottie” Neal Crompton is survived by her daughter, Kathleen (Charles) Chandler, Plain City; son, Kurt (Kim) Nielson, Syracuse; son, Steven Nielson, Morgan; 13 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, twin brother, Donald and Elaine Neal; grandson-in-law, Wesley Hill, and great-granddaughter, Nayvee Pearl Chandler. 

Dottie’s family would like to give special thanks to Becca Garn for her loving assistance and help with Grandma Dottie in her last year of life and for the wonderful, compassionate staff at the Seasons Assisted Living Care Center.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at 2 p.m. at Lindquist's Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Friends may visit with family on Wednesday from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. at the mortuary. Interment, Ogden City Cemetery.

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