Dorothy Ann Pritchard

DOROTHY ANN STORMAN PRITCHARD (1946-2026)

Devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Dorothy Ann Storman Pritchard passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of March 5, 2026, surrounded by loving family.  She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, William James Pritchard of Wanaque, NJ, sister Elizabeth Pensabene (Spouse: Chris) of Bluffton, SC; and children Richard Paul Pritchard (Lisa) of Noblesville, IN.; Diane Carol Atkinson (David) of Branford, CT; Cynthia Diane Gaffney (Chris) and Laura Beth Masefield (Bill), both of Wayne, NJ; and William Paul Pritchard of Marietta, GA (Hollie); as well as 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

Born in Brooklyn, NY, to John and Elizabeth Storman, Dorothy was an executive secretary to senior executives of publishing, shipping and advertising firms, before marrying in July, 1972.  She then spent the next 25+ years focusing her time and energy to raising her children.  She lived in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, spending 26 years in Wayne, NJ before moving to Wanaque, NJ in 2016.  Prior to her latest move, she served as a pre-school teacher in Wayne, NJ for over 15 years.

To friends and relatives, here and abroad,  Dorothy was kind, compassionate and loving, thinking of others despite significant health challenges in recent years.  With a loving ear and heart that felt for others, she was a trusted advisor and confidant for her children, grandchildren and many others.  Dorothy was a bright light in everyone's life, and she found joy in the simple beauties, particularly in her beloved cardinals and ladybugs.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that contributions be made in her name to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, Chilton Medical Center or American Heart Association.