Dorothy "Dotty" Houser-Adler

May 10, 2019

Dorothy “Dotty” Lee Houser-Adler, 46, a lifelong resident of the Elmer area, passed away on Friday, May 10, 2019. Born in Lima, Pennsylvania, she was the daughter of Virginia Mary Atkins and George Franklin Houser. Dotty graduated from Shalick High School in 1990 and went on to earn her Bachelor’s Degree in Law and Justice from Rowan University in 1996 and her Master’s Degree in Education from Rutgers University in 1998. A lifelong educator, Dotty taught at Pineland’s Regional High School in Tuckerton, Pittsgrove Township School District, Shalick High School (where she coached cheerleading), and Woodland School and Avon School in Barrington. Dotty was loved and respected by her students and their families as well as her co-workers. Dotty was an ordained minister and performed many beautiful wedding ceremonies. She also managed her own Hearts, Jewelry and Pearls business. Dotty gained fame through her live videos featuring her gorgeous jewelry and her wonderful artistry with make up. Many people tuned in weekly to watch Dotty’s show. Dotty is survived by her mother, Virginia Mary Atkins (John Gandy), her father, George Franklin Houser, her daughter Madyson Adler, her grandson, Dakota Adler, her siblings, Julie Levy (Jason), George Houser, Jr., Kenny Houser, and Jeff Houser, Madyson's father, Brian Adler and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Dotty was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt, teacher and friend. Dotty also loved all of her animals. Dotty touched many lives with her kind spirit, big heart, brilliant sense of humor, and friendly smile. To know Dotty was to love her and she will be sorely missed by her family, relatives, students, co-workers, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. A memorial service and celebration of Dotty's life will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 1 to 4 PM at A Milkhouse Party, 1714 NJ Route 77, Elmer, NJ 08318.