In Remembrance Of
Trisha Dorsey
Trisha Caye Dorsey, 41, of Smithville, MO passed away February 4, 2023.
She was born on November 29, 1981, to Richard Vance and Karen Kay (Parsons) Lujin in Jefferson City, MO. Trisha grew up in Versailles, MO and she graduated from Morgan County R2 High School in 2000. Trisha later graduated in 2004 from CMSU in Warrensburg with a bachelors degree in photography and public relations.
On August 16, 2004, she met her husband Derek Dorsey at the Missouri State Fair. They were married on April 8, 2006. After their marriage they lived in Clarksdale, MO and later moved to Smithville, MO.
She worked in real estate for many years and in April of 2010 she began her career with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Trisha held many positions through her career until being promoted to Public Affairs Specialist.
Trisha enjoyed photography, trillion shaped diamonds, swimming, riding ATV’s and she knew how to throw a party. Most of all Trisha loved being a mom to her “mini me” and spending time with her family.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents “Buzz” and “Buddy” Lujin and Basil and June Parsons; and mother-in-law Kay Whitsell.
Trisha is survived by her husband Derek Dorsey; her daughter Kaedance Dorsey (6); her parents Rick and Karen Lujin; her brothers Terrence (Jennifer) Lujin and Trent (Georganna) Lujin; nieces and nephews Ashlynn, Wyatt, and Finn; fathers and mother-in-laws Dennis Dorsey and Bruce and Pat Whitsell; brothers and sisters-in-laws Luke and Lacy Whitsell and Bethany and Darrin Drier and their children Lennox and Velina Whitsell and Kaylynn and Casen Drier; grandparents-in-law Larry and Lois Smith; other relatives and many friends.
Celebration of Life Service will be held at 4:00 pm with visitation following until 7:00 pm Thursday February 9th at the Smithville American Legion Hall. Casual attire is welcomed.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Trisha Dorsey c/o Derek Dorsey for the education of Kaedance Dorsey.
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville.
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23 comments
Helen K. Willis
So sorry for your loss…. Trish was a bright light at Morgan CO R-II and a very sweet young lady!
Brooke Dawson
This is such a shock! Karen, Derrick and family, I am sorry for your loss!
Donald Burns
Derek no words can help in times like this. It was my pleasure to know you and Trisha my heart prays for you and your daughter may God walk with you
Gretchen & Kelley Williams
Our heart breaks for the loss of Trisha and for the family! I felt like she was a first cousin, as we were closer in age and had a lot of the same interests. I loved coming to her parents house and riding on the back of the ATV with her. Her spirit will live on through the family and especially through Derek and Kaedance! RIP ❤️
Ginger Arment
Much love and sincere condolences to all who loved Trisha. So many memories of beautiful Trisha from bouncing around the lumber yard in her light up shoes when she was 3, stories she made bigger than life about school, pranks and fun with her friends, then college, and meeting the love of her life and all of the adventures she had planned. Trisha was always special and lit up every room she ever walked into.
Brian Shay
So sorry to hear of Trisha’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
v/r,
Brian and Robin Shay
Tim Meade
Trisha was a wonderful person and will be missed. My thoughts are with Derek and the family.
Jane & Rick Weixelbaum
Derek, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Trisha was a one of a kind lady and will always be missed.
Much Love, Jane & Rick
Eileen Williamson
Trisha was the most fierce person you’d meet, but in the best way. We met in 2011 during the Missouri River flooding. With her, everything was always all in.
In 2019, we spent a weekend at her house working and writing communication plans but it was fun and you saw her enthusiasm for her job AND her family. When she found out we were all going to be working together last summer she was my cheerleader. She refused to give up. Dang I’m gonna miss her pep talks over a Diet Coke.
Jennifer Switzer
Derek and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Trish’s passing. She supported so many in her career. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts are with you.
Jennifer
John Woods
So sorry for your lost. Peace be with you.
Cheryl Colbert
You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you have of Trish.
Richard Williams
So sorry for your family’s loss
Ray, Lynn, Turner, Slater, and June Sousley
Karen and Rick, we were so sorry to learn of Trisha’s passing. She fought the good fight for so long. Hold on to the good memories, your faith, friends and family. Our best thoughts and prayers to you both, to Derek and Kaedance, Terrence and Trent, and your extended families. Please let us know if there is anything you need during these most difficult days. Ray, Lynn, Turner, Slater and June Sousley
Carl & Pat Weddle
Derek and family, our hearts are broken for you. We were so blessed to know Trisha and want you to know you are in our hearts and prayers. Dwell on all the fantastic memories she has left all of us. We love you. Carl & Pat
Nina Gennetten
So sorry for your lose. Just want you to know I am sending prayers.
Carol Fischer
We are truly sorry for your loss. We knew Trisha growing up,
she went to school with our daughters in Versailles.
May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Ken& Mary Medlin
Friends of Rick & Karen but feel your pain at losing Trisha .our thoughts & prayers are with you all !
Tim&Leslie Todd
So very sorry for your loss
Susan Abbott
Derek and Family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Trish’s inspirational LDP graduation speech will be with those who heard it forever. She fought this battle with everything she had, and you were all there supporting her through each twist and turn. The memories she has left with each person her life touched are a lasting gift. Know that as you mourn you are not alone and if there is anything you need, let me know.
Susan Abbott
Matt Rabe
Trisha, you will be missed by so many people. Thank you for everything you did to help us tell our stories.
Mitch Roberts
So sorry for your loss!
Donna and Greg Quick
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Trisha. What a fun person she was we enjoyed you both so much as neighbors. Prayers for comfort. Hold tightly to all the precious memories of a life well lived. Fondly, Donn and Greg