PORTLAND — Dorothy W. Hatch, 93, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, the first day of spring. A super full moon shone down on her that evening.

Born in Franklin, N.H. on Nov. 25, 1925, she was the daughter of Dr. James B. Woodman and Ethel E. Woodman. She and her young family moved a number of times to places including New Hampshire, Massachusetts and New Jersey. Her anchor was always Ragged Mountain Fish and Game Club in Andover, N.H., where she spent her summers and met her husband, Howard S. Hatch Jr., at age 10.

She attended Dana Hall School in Wellesley, Mass. and Wheaton College in Norton, Mass. Later in life, Dorothy lived in Jupiter, Fla. and then spent her last years in Portland.

She was a world traveler involving business and pleasure. She was the owner of a Color Me Beautiful consulting business. Many lucky clients of hers are still checking their colors according to her recommendations. Dorothy also enjoyed several years of selling real estate in Conway, N.H.

Her hobbies included knitting, needlework, sewing and jewelry making. She had a green thumb, tending to beautiful gardens in the many places where she lived. She was a volunteer in many organizations including Red Cross, The League of Women Voters, and the Brownies as a troop leader.

Dottie’s favorite job was being a loving mother to her three children, grandmother to five, and great-grandmother to four. She was always caring, compassionate, and was noted for her unflagging sense of humor.

She was predeceased by her husband, Howard S. Hatch Jr.; and brothers Dr. Everett M. Woodman and James B. Woodman.

Survivors include her children, Howard S. Hatch III, Susan H. Barton and Judith H. Oberg of Bridgton; five grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

Memories of her grace, charm and sense of humor will endure in many hearts.

A celebration of life will be held in August of 2019, details to be announced. Memorial contributions are encouraged with your favorite charity.

Please visit www.advantageportland.com to sign Dorothy’s guestbook and leave memories and condolence for the family.