Dorothy Loggins

Dorothy Ann Rosson Loggins, 89, of Asheboro passed away at her home on March 18, 2023.

Dorothy was born on October 14, 1933 to Cecil and Jeanette Rosson.  She earned her degree from Woman’s College (UNCG) in business.  She was a hardworking and was dedicated to her position at NC Zoological Park as the Directors Administrative Assistant and retired after 28 years. 
 
Dorothy sat on the Board of Directors of Mainstream for Disadvantaged Adults for over 20 years.  Also, she sat on the Board for Exceptional Children at Guy B. Teachey School. She was a kind and caring woman who loved to travel and spend time with her family and friends.

Dorothy was a member of First United Methodist Church since 1956 and co-founder of the Young Married Couples group.

She was a great person, who loved people and her family. They were so fortunate to have such a loving, funny and compassionate role model.  

In addition to her parents, Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Charles Loggins; daughter, Alecia Ann Lilly, PhD; sisters, Susan Rosson, Barbara Gunther.

She is survived by her daughter, Marcella Lilly-Harris and husband Scott Harris; grandchildren, Cameron Brown (Brittany), Nicolas McNeill (Chloe), Katy Marse; step-grandchildren, Kristie Toriello (Chris), Lindsay Harris; great grandson, David Cameron Brown; nieces, Laura Scalari (Brad), Lynn Sherrill, Chrys McDowell Farley (Mack); great niece, Stephanie Pegram and close family friend, Linda Elliott. 

The family will receive friends Tuesday, March 28, 2023 from 1:00 – 1:45 pm in the parlor of First United Methodist Church, 224 N. Fayetteville St., Asheboro and at other times at her home, 1018 Westmont Drive in Asheboro.  A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm with Rev. Lynda Ferguson and Rev. Edward Ramsey officiating.  Burial will be in Oaklawn Cemetery.

The family request that memorial contributions be made to NC Zoological Society, 4403 Zoo Parkway, Asheboro, NC 27205 or First United Methodist Church, 224 N. Fayetteville St., Asheboro, NC 27203.

Pugh Funeral Home in Asheboro is assisting the Loggins family.