Dawn Meidinger

June 29, 1936 - August 25, 2018 Los Gatos, CA

It is with deep sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Dawn Dorothy Meidinger after a battle with cancer.

Dawn is survived by her loving husband of 62 years Richard, daughter Diane (Tom), son David (Jeannine), grandchildren Lisa, Brian (Kyla), Steven, and Bob (Kindra), great-grandchildren Cynthia, Itzel, Tommy, Logan, Aaden, Daphne, Hugh, and Ayva.

Dawn was a devoted wife and Mother who taught the values of hard work, loyalty, and love for family & friends.

She was at her happiest when in her kitchen, cooking for family and friends, with all dishes presented perfectly via special serving dish, appropriate garnish and artistic flare. She just loved to entertain in her home. She was the force in organizing family reunions, as keeping all family connected was very important to her.

Traveling was Dawn’s other love. 60+ cruises, always with Richard, and at times with their friends, she nearly saw the entire world, and many places twice. Along the way Dawn and Richard developed many friendships, and opened their home to most of them over the years.

For more than 25 years, Dawn sang and acted in many performances at West Valley Light Opera in Saratoga. If she was not on the stage, she was behind the scenes, most notably preparing all the food (of course) for many opening nights.

A Memorial Celebration of Dawn’s life is being planned by her family.

In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your favorite charity in Dawn’s honor. Her two favorites were Make-a-Wish, and Second Harvest.