Dorrene Joyce Mirabal
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Dorrene Joyce (Weeks) Mirabal passed away early Monday April 5, 2021 in Las Vegas, Nevada at the young age of 66. She was born in Landstuhl, Germany on June 17, 1954 to Charleene R. Hutchinson, of California & Owen A. Weeks of Vermont, both proceeding her in death.
Dorrene was a phenomenal wife, mother & grandmother. She happily spent her day doting on her family that she loved beyond measure. She was survived by her husband of 35 years Raymond, their 3 daughters: Shawnie & husband Glen, Melissa & husband John, Mariah & husband Anthony, and 2 sons Marcus & wife Kathleen, and Matthew & wife Courtney. She was survived by her 11 Grandchildren: Robert, Randy, Kendra, Mikaela, Miquela, Noah, Triston, Ethan, Kamren, Arianna, and Connor, brother Charles Weeks, and nephews Nicholas & Brian and several extended family and friends.
Dorrene had many achievements in her life. She graduated from Clark Highschool in 1972. She worked for the original MGM casino from 1973 until 1980, and worked for and owned a sandwich shop in Downtown Las Vegas during the 1980's. She worked for 14 years for the Nye County School District from 1999 to 2013 holding various positions before retiring.
Dorrene was very creative. In her down time she could be found wrapped up in a craft project whether it be needle point, crochet, sewing or painting. Her creations were admired by everyone and often were given for gifts on the holidays. She also loved to garden and took pride in her rose bushes. She loved to celebrate every holiday and birthday. She was often found playing with her grandkids on the bouncy house or on the playground slide.
Her breathtaking beauty, graciousness, strength and sense of humor was evident, not only through her words, but everyday actions. She touched lives of every person she encountered. Her energy was unparalleled, her wisdom was unmatched and her dedication to her family and their wellbeing was awe inspiring. She was truly loved and is deeply missed