Dorothy Claire Klein was born in a 2 story white house in Westfield, New Jersey. At age 1, Dot, her brother George, and mother Guenne moved to Raymondville, Texas in the lower Rio Grande Valley. Dorothy was educated in Texas.

Guenne, George and Dot traveled extensively. Traveling was a hobby of Guenne's. George and Dot grew to appriciate this beautiful country.

At the age of 20, Dorothy Claire became the bride of Robert Jay Jameson and resided in Nebraska for many years.

After moving to the Los Angeles area, Bob and Dot took up square dancing. They became avid Lakers Fans. Dot continued to root for the Lakers after Bob's death. While she was hospitalized recently, she insisted that the television be tuned to the NBA finals in June.

Dot and Bob were married for 55 years, a span of time involving great love and affection towards each other.

Dot's hobby was to follow and learn about the weather in many parts of the United States.

Dorothy Claire Jameson is survivied by her brother George Klien and his wife, Patti of Georgia; brother-in-law Willard Jameson and his wife, Dee of California; and brother-in-law Eldon Jameson and his wife Joyce of Nebraska.