Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Dorine Stein Obituary
Dorine Yvonne (Bosse) von Stein, 87, of Arlington, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Friday, October 24, 2025, at Primrose Assisted Living in Findlay. She was born January 13, 1938, in Jenera, and spent her life surrounded by her family, her farm land, and the community she loved.
On September 8, 1957, Dorine married the love of her life, Merritt R. von Stein, and together they shared 68 wonderful years of marriage. Their partnership was built on faith, devotion, and the joy of family.
Dorine was known for her animated-kind spirit, quiet strength, and unwavering love for her family. She took great pride in her home and farm life, where she nurtured not only her garden, flowers, and crops, but also the people around her. Her kitchen was a busy place of warmth and welcome, always with pie and baked goods in the making. Her proficiency to engage in any conversation with questions, a sense of humor, and ability to leave a lasting impression on everyone she met. Dorine had a passion for sewing and embroidery, and she worked alongside her good friend Rachel Hartman to make infant blankets, which they gave to newborn babies in the community.
Dorine's life was one of quiet grace, deep love for family, and enduring faith. A legacy that will live on through all who knew her and her good works.
She is survived by her loving husband, Merritt; brother, Tom (Joyce) Bosse; along with their children, Tamala (Keith) Robinson, James von Stein, Edward (Tamara) von Stein and Elizabeth (Andrew) Solt; her grandchildren, Amanda (Joe) Panfil, Ryan (Brittany) Robinson, Matthew (Dani) Robinson, Abigail (Nathan) Norway, John (Mya) Solt, Jacob (Angel) von Stein and Alexander von Stein; her great-grandchildren, Kolt, Kollins and Korbyn Robinson, Ella and Christian Panfil, Liam and Emmy Norway who will carry her memory in their hearts forever.
Dorine is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Luella Bosse and great-grand-daughter, Kinsley Robinson.
Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. Friday, October 31, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 9340 Township Road 32, Jenera. Funeral service to celebrate Dorine's life will begin at 11 a.m. Saturday, November 1, 2025, at St. Paul Lutheran Church. There will also be a visitation one hour prior to service at the church.
A special thank you to all the staff at Primrose Assistance Living and Bridge Home Health and Hospice for their unconditional support and empathy.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church or Findlay Hope House of Hancock County.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Dorine Stein
1 Entry
Tom and Roberta Reiter
October 31, 2025
Merritt and family, we are saddened to learn of Dorine´s passing. She was a faithful member of the Class of 56 and we will miss those opportunities to chat with her at our class reunions. Our most sincere condolences and prayers for healing at this difficult and sad time. Tom and Roberta Reiter,
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Dorine Stein's name
Memorial Events
for Dorine Stein
People and places connected with Dorine
Recent Obituaries
How to support Dorine's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Dorine Stein's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
