Dorothy Ferslew
September 6, 1929 — January 26, 2016
Dorothy Ferslew, of Crystal Lake, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 26 at the age of 86.
She was born September 6, 1929 in Chicago to Frank and Marie (nee Kuna) Gapski. On June 7, 1952 Dorothy was united in marriage to Howard Ferslew.
Dorothy spent two years at Wilbur Wright Junior College. She was employed as a secretary, and later in life she became a dog groomer. Dorothy had a passion for dogs; she was a breeder and exhibitor of Cocker Spaniels. Many of her dogs received their AKC Championship. She was also a dedicated member of the Skyline Cocker Spaniel Club and the American Spaniel Club for many years.
Dorothy is survived by her loving daughter, Susan (Jim) McFarlane; beloved grandchildren, Kelsey and Ben McFarlane; and her niece, Debbie McIntyre.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Howard; brother, George Gapski; and many cherished friends.
A memorial visitation will be held Friday, February 5, from 5-9 p.m. with a service to celebrate Dorothy’s life at 8:30 p.m. at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 419 E Terra Cotta Ave., (Rt 176) Crystal Lake.