Dorothy Ann Reulein, 86, of Lexington, passed away peacefully on Thursday, May, 22 2025.

She was born on Nov. 5, 1938, in Miami, Fla., the daughter of Rudolph and Ida Deutsch.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 67 years, William (Billy) Reulein on Jan. 1, 2025. Dorothy was also preceded in death by her younger brother, Stephen Deutsch, as well as many dear lifelong friends.

She is survived by her son, William (Corky) Reulein and his wife, Mary Ellen, as well as her granddaughters Jessica, Kendall and Mackenzie, and Mary Ellen’s children Joshua, MacKenzie, Madeline and Mitchell. She is also survived by her nieces Judi and Christi, and her dearest friends, Kit the Wit, Janet and her children, Monika, and Barbie and Suzanne, amongst others.

Dorothy was born and raised in Florida, and spent many years enjoying the Miami sunshine and beaches. She attended the University of Miami on a full ride academic scholarship, and met the love of her life, Billy. They were married soon after, and enjoyed 67 years together, ultimately designing and building their “Camelot” on 22 acres in Lexington, where they happily lived until their passing.

Dorothy’s career went from the home as a wonderful wife and mom, to a successful executive assistant and event manager for Printing Industries of America. In her role for the PIA, she was responsible for planning and coordinating international travel for business executives in the industry, and it availed her an opportunity to travel the world, something she enjoyed immensely. Dorothy was also a talented writer and artist and had a highly successful blog called “Virginia Views.” Throughout the years, she immersed herself in Lexington history, becoming a docent at the Stonewall Jackson House, where she stayed for six years.

Dorothy’s love for family, friends and (nearly mostly) dogs, along with her wit and wisdom, will be sorely missed, but her words and memory will be with us forever.

Another night we say

Another time, Tomorrow

Both knowing that time deceives

And each believes…the end must come

A celebration of life will be held in Dorothy and Billy’s honor at a date TBD