Dorothy Jean (Irving) Nost

Dorothy Jean Nost, aged 88, of Lisbon, Iowa, peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Her legacy is woven with cherished moments and enduring connections.  Visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, 2024 from 4:00 – 7:00 PM at Fry Funeral Home, Tipton. Funeral services are scheduled for Saturday, September 21, 2024, at 10:30 AM, also at Fry Funeral Home.  Dorothy’s final resting place will be Tipton Masonic Cemetery.  Online condolences, fond memories and photos may be shared at www.fryfuneralhome.com.

Dorothy Jean Irving, born on March 9, 1936, in Tipton, Iowa, was the daughter of William James Irving and Florence Edith (Andre) Irving. Her early years were spent in Tipton, where she completed the 11th grade.

On August 1, 1954, Dorothy married Donald Lewis Nost, and together they had a daughter, Sheryl, and three sons: Graig, Ronald, and Mark. Their marriage lasted 36 years until their divorce in 1990.

Dorothy’s career path was diverse: she briefly worked in Gary’s bakery, spent 8 years at Cornell College, then moved to Melbourne, Florida, where she worked at Brevard Community College. Finally, she dedicated 15 years to the Mount Vernon Community School district before retiring.

She was an active member of First Federated Church in Lisbon, Iowa, and attended a Baptist church during her time in Florida. Dorothy expressed her creativity through the Women’s Craft Club and enjoyed bowling in a league.

Dancing, country music, bowling, and the card game Hand and Foot filled Dorothy’s days. And when it came to eating out, Texas Roadhouse was her favorite spot. But above all, it was her family—the heartbeats of her life—that brought her the most profound joy.

Dorothy leaves behind her daughter, Sheryl (Duane) Pospisil of Lisbon, IA; sons, Ronald (Sheila) Nost of Melbourne, FL, and Mark (Anita) Nost of Cedar Rapids, IA, and sister-in-law, Loretta Irving. Dorothy’s legacy extends to 13 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren.

Dorothy was reunited with her parents, son Graig Nost, and siblings: Bretha (Irving) Bedbury, Betty (Irving) Davis, Wilma (Irving) Seivers, Bonnie (Irving) Glick, Everette Irving, Robert Irving, and Donald Irving.

May the echoes of Dorothy’s love and laughter continue to resonate in the hearts of those who knew her.