Dorothy Ann Wachowiak, age 79, of Oregon, Ohio, passed from this life into the arms of the Lord on December 26, 2020. Dorothy was born on January 16, 1941 to Howard and Meldeane (Hughes) Baumgartner. She was the middle child of five. She grew up in East Toledo and went to Sacred Heart School and was a lifelong member of Sacred Heart Parish. Dorothy was an athletic, spirited child who spent most of her time outdoors playing sports. It wasn't a surprise that she was chosen first on teams, over all the boys. She enjoyed a game of catch with her older brother Howard, whom she bonded with through their love of sports. She loved basketball and scored 30 points in one game. She spent every Sunday throughout her childhood at her Baumgartner Grandparents house on Parker Ave. where they had family dinner after church. Dorothy went to Whitney High School, graduating in 1959. She married her husband of 56 years, Paul Wachowiak, on May 9, 1964. Dorothy was a homemaker, dedicating herself to her family, raising her two children. She also dedicated many years to Sacred Heart where she took on many roles. She was the "nurse" for The Sacred Heart Lions Football Team, coached girls' basketball and softball, was the Athletic Director, den leader for Cub Scouts, and helped with Bereavement Luncheons. She also ran Bingo for many years, with her best friend Charlotte Fournier. Dot sold the instant tickets. She touched so many lives throughout her work at Sacred Heart. Dorothy received The Mary Kurucz Veteran Coach Award in 1988, for continuous service to the CYO Basketball Program. She was a generous soul. She had a love for children and believed they were the most important treasures. She adored her nieces and nephews, spending time with them, showing them how special they were. She was a favorite Aunt to many. Her greatest joy in life was her grandchildren. She wouldn't miss a game or event, and was their biggest fan. She lived for their happiness and well-being, constantly doing special things for them. They were her heart. She wasn't afraid to get dirty playing in the sand at the lake. She took the boys to watch the trains, taught them sports, and spent about everyday with them. Her granddaughters brought a sweet, special love to her heart. She enjoyed making puzzles and coloring with them, and sleepovers were a big hit at "Grandma Dot's." Even in the end, in her time of need, she put her family first by holding out until after Christmas. She was a true warrior and her competitive, feisty nature always reigned through. Dot liked watching movies, golf, and college basketball, playing pinochle and euchre, Yahtzee, and trying her luck at the casino with her daughter. At Silver Lake in the The Irish Hills of Michigan, she enjoyed fishing and she water skied well into her 50's. She volunteered at Collin's Park Golf Course. She enjoyed playing golf with her husband, son, son-in-law, and grandsons despite their shenanigans on the course. Her family is grateful for many wonderful years with her. She is survived by her son, Paul Jr. (Carrie) Wachowiak; daughter Christie (Bill) Nagy; grandsons William and Joshua Nagy; granddaughters Madison and Sophie Wachowiak; sister, Barbara (Bob) Thrasher; brother-in-law Dave Burdette; and sister-in-law Sheron Baumgartner. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, brother Howard (Pat) Baumgartner; sister Margaret Burdette; and Brother John Baumgartner. The family will have a private mass and burial. Donations in Dorothy's memory can be made to the American Heart Association or Epiphany of the Lord Parish-Sacred Heart Catholic Church.