Dorotha Anita Thomas

On November 10, 1966, Dorotha Anita Thomas was born to Johnnie Lee Gore and Mable Thomas-Langston in New Haven, Connecticut. She surrendered to the will of God and was called home on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. 

Dorotha attended the public schools in New Haven, Connecticut and graduated from Hillhouse High School. After graduation she worked in the hospitality industry. 

Dorotha loved spending time with family and cooking for them. Not only did she enjoy cooking, but she also truly loved anything that had to do with eating. Dorotha’s love for music ran deep, and her passion for it brought that love to life in the most beautiful way. She had an eye for design and a heart for giving. 

Dorotha valued her time with her loved ones. Her energy could light up an entire room, while drawing people to her like a magnet. She was a devoted, hardworking, and loving person who loved to party and have a good time with family. Her home was always the go-to for many. The warmth of her presence left a lasting impression on everyone she met. 

She was preceded in death by her mother, Mable Thomas-Langston; stepfather, Thurman Langston; a son, Tarell Thomas; four brothers, Anthony Thomas, Christopher Langston, Johnnie Bowman, and Johnnie Gore, Jr.; and one sister, Shannon Harrison. 

Dorotha will forever be remembered by her children, Karell Aiken, Sharell Aiken, Dorrel Aikin, Shannel Aiken, Brynell Aiken, and Brian Mckiever; her siblings, Brenda Thomas, Karen Langston, Crystal Gore, Tiffany Gore, Melvin Harrison, and Eric Harrison; 16 grandchildren; along with other family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

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