
Written by author and journalist Heather Greene.
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"This is my chance to say to all those who have touched my life Thank you, you have given me more than you will ever know."—Dolores Ashcroft-Nowicki, 2016
The Pagan community said farewell to one of its most cherished elders, Dolores Ashcroft-Nowicki. She was an author, teacher, mentor, advocate, and performer. Dolores died January 8, 2026 surrounded by loved ones after 95 full years of exploration and experience.
"Dolores was a grand dame among magicians…a beautiful soul who spiritually mothered many, a fluent and high-minded