Service Information
Dorothy L. Rynes, age 94, of Hutchinson, formerly Chisholm, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2021, at 10:30 A.M., at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson.
Masks are required and social distancing guidelines will be followed.
Obituary
Dorothy Rynes was born on May 6, 1926, in Chisholm, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Fortunato “Fred” and Angela (Coggoli) Ciatti. Dorothy was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Chisholm. She received her education in Chisholm and was a graduate of the Chisholm High School.
On March 2, 1946, Dorothy was united in marriage to Duane “Red” Rynes at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Chisholm. This marriage was blessed with two children, Linda and Thomas. Dorothy and Red resided in Chisholm. They shared 48 years of marriage together until Red passed away in August of 1994. Dorothy later moved to Hutchinson, Minnesota, in August of 2020.
Dorothy was a loving homemaker to her husband and children. She also worked at the sewing factory in Chisholm where she was a seamstress and made Skidoo snow wear. Dorothy became her mother’s main caretaker after she had a stroke.
Dorothy enjoyed reading and always loved having a clean house and a nice looking lawn. Dorothy especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Dorothy passed away on Tuesday, February 2, 2021, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, at the age of 94 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Dorothy is survived by her:
Daughter, Linda Radtke and her husband, Duane, of Hutchinson, MN;
Daughter-In-Law, Rosetta Rynes of Chisholm, MN;
Grandchildren, Jennifer Stepan and her husband, Jamie, of Victoria, MN,
Brent Radtke and his wife, Alesha, of Cokato, MN,
Danny Radtke of Hutchinson, MN;
Great Grandchildren, Kate Stepan, Kyle Stepan, Kaiden Hubert, and Jay Radtke;
Nieces, Nephews, many other relatives and friends.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her Parents, Fred and Angela Ciatti; Husband, Red Rynes; and Son, Thomas Rynes.
Nancy & Joel Christoff says
I so enjoyed seeing Dorothy shopping in Hibbing and talking to her. GG was a wonderful person and was blessed with a great family.
She is at peace and reunited with Red and Tom.
Thinking of all of you and we are s sending hugs and prayers.
Joel and Nancy Christoff
Linda Radtke says
Nancy & Joel –
Thank you for your kind words and condolences. They are much appreciated
Linda
Andy Koenig says
Linda,
My sympathy upon the passing of your Mom.
Now she is at peace and resting at the feet of Jesus.
In friendship,
Andy Koenig
Linda Radtke says
Thank you Andy, I appreciate your thoughts and condolence.
Donna Marks says
My deepest sympathy to Dorothy’s family. She was a beautiful lady inside and out.
Linda Radtke says
Thank you for your kind thoughts Donna
Syb and Jon Radtke says
Deepest sympathy to you family
Duane & Linda Radtke says
Syb & Jon
Thank you so much for your kind thoughts.
Linda
Jennifer (Hannula) Rapovich says
Linda and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Condolences and prayers to all of you.
Linda Radtke says
Jennifer,
Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Linda
Bob Studinski says
Linda and family, So sorry and sad to hear of Dorthys passing. Our condolences to all.
Bob & Brenda Studinski
Linda Radtke says
Bob & Brenda,
Thank you for your kind thoughts and condolences.
Linda
Maybeth Olson says
I was so sorry when my mom told me about your mom’s passing. I visited with her on more than one occasion at Serving Hands. I certainly enjoyed talking with her. My heartfelt condolences Linda to you and your family.
Linda Radtke says
Maybeth,
Thank you for your kind words and condolences.
Linda