Dortha Maxine Combs Tipton
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Dortha Maxine Combs Tipton

  • February 24, 1930 - May 23, 2012
  • Dallas, Texas
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“Hi Travis and Linda, So sorry to hear about your mom Travis. My love and prayers are with you. Hope you and Linda are well. Looking forward to...Read More » ”
1 of 8 | Posted by: Janet Briggs - Frisco, TX

“Susan, I am so sorry I was unable to make it to the service. School stuff. You know how that goes. We love you guys and hope the meal was great,...Read More » ”
2 of 8 | Posted by: Robbie Harrell - Dallas, TX

“Susan & Family, What a special lady Dortha was!! The service was a wonderful tribute to her. Terry, Ben, Sam & Brandi did such a great job & she...Read More » ”
3 of 8 | Posted by: Carol Daniel

“At this time of deep and very personal sadness we hope you find comfort knowing that you have friends that love you very much. Dortha was a wonderful...Read More » ”
4 of 8 | Posted by: Vanessa and Art Nixon - Rockwall, TX

“Dortha is just one of my favorite people. I have known Dortha for over 30 years. I have come to know her children and grandchildren and have such...Read More » ”
5 of 8 | Posted by: Theresa Dillard - Dallas, TX

“Dorotha and I have been good friends for many, many years from Square Dancing to sharing her love of Tupperware for quite a while. Most of all I...Read More » ”
6 of 8 | Posted by: Pat Payne - Waxahachie, TX

“We are so sorry for the loss of a special Lady; we did not see Dorotha often however when we did have the pleasure to be around her; she made us very...Read More » ”
7 of 8 | Posted by: Maria Dodson - Frisco, TX

“Dortha was an amazing person and always brought a smile to my face. She will be truly missed but I know she is smiling down at us from Heaven. ”
8 of 8 | Posted by: Nancy Felix - Dallas, TX - Friend


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Dortha Maxine Combs Tipton, 82, departed this life for her heavenly home on May 23 at her home in Dallas. Dortha was born on February 24, 1930 in Rocky, Oklahoma. She was the only child of her loving parents, Lonnie and Myrtle Combs who she now celebrates with in eternal glory with her heavenly Father. Dortha lived in Oklahoma until the age of nine when her family moved to Dallas, Texas where she has lived ever since. She is a graduate of Sunset High School. Upon graduation, she married John W. Tipton, worked for Mutual of Omaha and Sterling Jewelry. However, it was her outstanding career in Tupperware that she loved. Dortha reached high levels as a Tupperware manager for over 20 years and made lifelong friends in the Tupperware family. Her pride and joy were her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by one son, Travis Tipton and wife Linda of Lucas, Texas and one daughter, Susan Henderson and husband Terry of Mesquite, Texas. The grandchildren she adored are Brandi Parra and husband Edward, Ryan Tipton, Ben Henderson and Sam Henderson. Great grandchildren are Julian and Elise Parra. Dortha was a devoted mother who laughed often and put up with much ribbing from her family. Fondly known as "Grandmothers", she was incredibly giving to her family. Dortha made friends wherever she went and had a way of bringing a smile to all she met (whether intentionally or not!). She loved the Mavericks, Rangers, Cowboys and big hair (not necessarily in that order) and rarely missed watching a game. A celebration of her life will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 29 at Laurel Land Funeral Home. Dortha's family will receive friends one hour prior to the service in the chapel. Interment at Laurel Land Memorial Park will follow the service.