Dorothy Mae Burke , affectionately known as "Dottie Mae" was born on September 11, 1935, in Spotsylvania, VA, to the late Myrtle Lucas. Dottie Mae was a true angel and her daughters, Andrewnette, and Theresa were her wings. She received her education at Granite Springs School in Spotsylvania, VA. Dottie Mae relocated to Washington DC, where she was employed as a family caretaker.

Dottie Mae truly loved the Lord and instilled it in her daughters. Her favorite pass times were doing her crafts, gardening, and baking cakes. She loved helping family, friends, and the community.

She was proceeded in death by two sisters, Phyllis Jackson, and Deloris Smith; her four brothers, Carlton Smith, James Washington Sr., Reuben Lucas, and John Smith.

Dottie Mae leaves to cherish her memories, loving sisters, Florence Wynn, and Rosa Smith; two daughters, Andrewnette Martin, and Theresa Pinkney; son-in-laws, Carl Martin, and Ronald Pinkney; grandchildren, Carla Martin, Andrea Martin, Latavia Martin, and Joanna Pinkney; great grandchildren, Andre Jackson, Shawnelle Hamilton, Cayden Flood, and Caylah Flood; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and special friends.

A viewing will be held at Orange Grove Baptist Church, in Orange, VA, on Saturday, October 28, 2023, at 10:00 AM followed by a funeral service at 11:00 AM.