Dorothy Jean Metcalfe Roland, 83, of Madisonville, KY, passed away on Sunday, December 21, 2025, at her home.

She was born November 28, 1942, in Denver, CO, to the late Evelyn Smith. She was formerly a jewelry designer for O.C. Tanners in Salt Lake City. She was a collector of tea pots, enjoyed knitting, and was an animal lover. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family. Dorothy was a member and a chaplain at Covenant Community Church and she dearly loved serving her church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of forty-one years, Robert N. Roland; and her sons, Leo Edward Wirthlin and Jerry Wirthlin.

She is survived by her children, Tom Wirthlin of Wyoming, David Wirthlin of Florida, and Edward Wirthlin of Washington; daughters, Patricia Crockett of Kentucky and Pam Galo of Utah; step-son, Raymond Roland of Missouri; sisters, Rhonda Colantonio and Carol Williams, both of California; twenty grandchildren; and sixteen great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Harris Funeral Home was entrusted with care.