Dora Cattin

Dora Mae (Tracy) Cattin, 95, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025, at East Wenatchee Senior Living in East Wenatchee, Washington, after a long and blessed life. Born on January 3, 1930, in Glendale, California, to parents Charlie Tracy and Bessie Robinson Tracy, Dora Mae was the beloved daughter of a generation that valued resilience and dedication. She carried those values with her throughout her life, becoming a strong and gracious woman who touched many lives through her warmth and unwavering devotion to her family and community. She graduated from Glendale High School, Glendale, California in 1947. Dora met and married Billy Dean Cattin in 1948; they had 65 years together before Bill’s passing. In November of 1956, she moved with her family to Walla Walla, Washington, and then to Wenatchee in June of 1957. A longtime resident of the Wenatchee Valley, Dora Mae dedicated herself first and foremost to raising her large family. Her home was a place of love, chaos, and activity, where she nurtured not only her children but also the generations that followed. In addition to her role as a devoted wife and mother, she supported the family business, Wenatchee Fence, with bookkeeping and administrative skills and was also a valued employee for several years in local fruit packing warehouses—a testament to her work ethic and commitment. After the sale of their business in 1994, they moved to Entiat and for many years had the motor paper route for the Wenatchee World, serving Entiat and the Entiat River Valley. After the passing of her husband Bill in 2013, Dora began residing at Prestige/East Wenatchee Senior Living, where she enjoyed living for over 11 years, making many new friends with residents and staff. Dora Mae found joy in simple pleasures. She was an avid reader who cherished quiet moments with a good book. Even as her eyesight diminished, her hands were rarely idle; she spent countless hours crocheting beautiful pieces for others and for charity—acts of kindness that reflected her generous spirit. She is lovingly remembered by her children: Michael Dean (Martha de Desrochers) Cattin, James Lee (Brenda A. Devine) Cattin, David Marshall (Pamela) Cattin, Mark Edward (Martha) Cattin, and Jennifer Cattin (Gregory) Lobdell. Dora Mae is also survived by her brother, Charles (Nashwa)Tracy, numerous grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Billy Dean Cattin, in December 2013, and her son, Roger Steven Cattin, in January 2015. Dora Mae’s presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Her life was one of quiet strength, enduring love, and selfless service to others. She was grateful for each and every day with which she was blessed. May her memory bring comfort to those who knew and loved her. We would like to thank the Staff at East Wenatchee Senior Living and the Confluence Hospice Team for their loving care. Family services will be held next Spring in Alva, Oklahoma. Arrangements by Chapel of the Valley, East Wenatchee.

Dora Cattin

January 3, 1930 - September 11, 2025