Dorothy A. Moraites

Dorothy Ann Moraites

September 30, 1938 – September 23, 2026

Dorothy Ann Moraites, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and faithful woman of God, passed away peacefully in her home in Bennett, Colorado, on September 23, 2026, at the age of 87.

Dorothy was born on September 30, 1938, in Denver, Colorado, to George and Lena Challis. She was raised alongside her siblings and carried the values of family, faith, hard work, and perseverance throughout her life.

On July 11, 1958, Dorothy married the love of her life, Kenneth Lional Moraites. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, family, and countless memories. Kenneth had a wonderful sense of humor, and one of Dorothy's favorite stories was about the promise he made to buy her a bigger set of diamond rings after they had been married for a few years. One day, he presented her with a note that read, “Here are the Rocks as big as diamonds I promised you several years ago.” It was just one of the many little moments that reflected the humor and love they shared throughout their marriage.

Dorothy and Kenneth were blessed with one son, Kenneth Louis Moraites, born October 2, 1962. Dorothy devoted much of her life to her family while also building a long and dedicated career as an automotive bookkeeper. She was a hardworking, dependable woman who took pride in what she did and gave her best to the people and responsibilities entrusted to her.

Above all, Dorothy was a woman of strong Christian faith. She loved her church and her relationship with God was a cornerstone of her life. Her faith carried her through times of both joy and tremendous loss, and she remained steadfast in her belief in the Lord and the promise of eternal life. Those who knew Dorothy knew that her faith was not simply something she spoke about—it was something she lived.

Dorothy also had a love for football that was impossible to miss. She was a Denver Broncos fan to her core and could recall statistics and football facts better than most. After spending time living with her son in Kansas City, she became a good sport and supported the Kansas City Chiefs as well—but her heart remained firmly with the Broncos.

Her favorite color was yellow, and she loved getting behind the wheel of her car. Some of her happiest memories were made on the road, traveling with her husband and her granddaughter, Sonya. Dorothy had her own philosophy about traveling: “If you haven't made one circle or U-turn, your trip is not complete.” Those who traveled with her knew that a wrong turn was never simply a wrong turn—it was part of the adventure.

Dorothy's life was marked by resilience, humor, faith, and an enduring love for her family. She experienced the heartbreaking loss of many people she loved dearly, yet she continued forward with strength and faith.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George and Lena Challis; her brother, George Challis; her sisters, Maxine and Cora; her beloved husband, Kenneth Lional Moraites; her son, Kenneth Louis Moraites; her grandson, Anthony; and her great-grandchildren, Julia, Urijah, and Isaiah.

She leaves behind those who will carry her memory and her legacy forward, including her brother, Bill Challis; granddaughter, Sonya Negri; grandson, Dawson Moraites; great-granddaughters, Haidyn Moraites and Harlee Negri; and great-great-grandson, Tekova Moraites.

Though Dorothy's passing leaves a tremendous emptiness for those who loved her, her family takes comfort in knowing that her earthly journey has come to an end and her eternal one has begun. Her faith in God was steadfast, and we hold onto the promise that she is now reunited with those she loved and resting in the presence of her Lord and Savior.

She fought the good fight, she finished the race, she kept the faith.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.”

— 2 Timothy 4:7

A Celebration of Life will be held Friday, October 2nd, 2026, at 1:00PM at Strasburg Community Church, 56155 Sunset Ave., Strasburg, CO 80136. Reception to follow.