Dorothy 'Dot' G. Flood

Obituary Dorothy G "Dot" Flood, 87, of Quakertown, PA passed peacefully on March 3, 2022 at the Villages at LifeQuest, Milford Township. Dot was born in Philadelphia, PA to Robert V. Brodbeck and Frances (Cubbage) Brodbeck. She was the devoted and loving wife of William (Bill) T. Flood for 66 years. She was a lifelong explorer and student with an insatiable drive to learn new things and bring a good idea to fruition. You could say that she was indomitable! Her astute curiosity and drive made her a woman ahead of her time. When her children were still in grade school, she went to Cosmetology school and became a hairdresser. She briefly worked outside the home before realizing that Dad could build her a small space in the house. Her first venture into self-employment was born. She then went on to run the 11th frame with Bill for 17 years while also raising a family. She learned to cook and sew from NaNa Flood and then spent decades entertaining family and friends at picnics and dinners hosted by "The Hostess with the Mostess". Dot learned pottery and ceramics and painting, had a brief stint as a Haberdasher and was forever engaged in a new craft. Mom didnt know the meaning of the "quit", and her life was defined by the meaning of hard work and dedication to family. Her relationships with her brothers and sisters, grandchildren, many friends and everyone she met enriched all our lives. That love is an enduring legacy. After graduating Secretarial School at 18, Dot went to work at TastyKake in Philadelphia. Not long after, best friend Dolores introduced her to Bill. They dated nearly 3 years before marrying in 1955. Bill and Dot, whatever they did, they did together. Their 66-year marriage was cemented in a depth of love and commitment to each other that was truly beautiful and inspirational. They were a "team." That team spirit defined every aspect of their lives. They were true companions of the road, through all the heartaches and joys, always together. They were dedicated and loving parents. They lead us on countless adventures on the outboard and the Steel Craft cruising the Delaware River and Chesapeake Bay and camping trips up and down the east coast. They were also world travelers from cruises to countless road trips. After retiring, they travelled the country in their 5th wheel, always sharing tales of their adventures with family and friends. In 2006 they settled into their new home in The Villages, FL and delighted in all the fun, games and amenities of their "Paradise" for 15 years. All the family shares great memories of Florida vacations with Gigi and Pop-Pop filled with swimming, golf, dancing in the Square and playing all manner of games with them from shuffleboard and billiards to Bunko and 3-13. And of course, driving golf carts all over the Villages. Their entire lives have revolved around their family and friends. They often spoke of their mutual desire to not spend their lives without the other. It is only right and fitting that they have died within three days of each other. We celebrate their long lives as well as acknowledge the hole left in all our hearts. Mom, Gigi, sister, friend, we love you more than crayons can color! Dot is survived by a daughter Patricia A Flood (Lori) of Port Angeles, WA; son James R. Flood, Sr. (Janet) of Quakertown; sisters Dolores (Mack) Tipton of Warminster, PA; Madge (Craig) Eiser of RedHill, PA and Rosie Barnes of Tampa, FL.; granddaughter Jillian R. Vanelli (Christopher) of Quakertown; grandson James R. Flood, Jr. of Hershey, PA; and great grandson Rowan J. Vanelli of Quakertown as well as numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by parents Robert V. Brodbeck and Frances (Cubbage) Brodbeck; sons William T. Flood, Jr. and Michael E. Flood; sisters Eleanor (Joe) Staehly; Betty (Perry) Smith; Larue (Paul) Georgeff; brothers Robert (Jeanette) Brodbeck and James Brodbeck. A Memorial Mass for both Bill and Dot will be held at 11:00 A. M. on Saturday, April 23, 2022 in Mary Mother of the Redeemer Catholic Church, 1325 Upper State Rd. North Wales, PA 19454. Call from 10:00-11:00 A.M.in the church. The mass will be live-streamed at https://mmredeemer.org/mass-streaming.Please log on at time of service. Recording will also be available at same address afterward. Arrangements are in the care of the C.R. Strunk Funeral Home, Inc., Quakertown (www.crstrunk.com). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to "ProLIFE Across America" www.prolifeacrossamerica.org. Services Visitation Saturday April 23, 2022 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Mary Mother of the Redeemer Catholic Church 1325 Upper State Rd. North Wales, PA 19454 Memorial Mass Saturday April 23, 2022 11:00 AM Mary Mother of the Redeemer Catholic Church 1325 Upper State Rd. North Wales, PA 19454