Dorothy “Dottie” Bennett, 82, died Jan. 10, 2010, at VNA Hospice House, Vero Beach.
She was born in Philadelphia and lived in Vero Beach, coming from California and Austin, Texas. She was a real estate investor and broker.
Before retiring, she owned and operated Beachside Realty on South Beach. She also owned and operated the Pelican Cove Motel and Mrs. B’s.
Survivors include her daughters, Linda Taylor and Lois Whittle, both of Vero Beach; son, Richard Strouse of Vero Beach; five grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick V. Bennett.
Memorial contributions may be made to the VNA Hospice House, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 22 at Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home, Vero Beach.
No service is planned. A guest book may be signed at lowtherfuneralhome.com.