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1919
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2013
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Doris Dykstra Obituary
Knoxville
Doris Dykstra, 94, passed away October 31, at Griffins Nursing Center in Knoxville. She is survived by her daughter, Patricia (John) Haning; brother, Ralph (Dorothy) Porter; grandchildren, Randal (Sharon) Haning, Deborah Haning, Anthony (Deb) Haning, Ted (Shannon) Dykstra II, Tammy (Scott) Laird, Elizabeth (Gary) Hadler, Todd (Melanie) Dykstra and Tim (Christy) Dykstra; and 26 great grandchildren.
A visitation will held on Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Knoxville. A funeral service will be held on Monday at 10 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Knoxville. Memorials may be made to First United Methodist Church or to HCI Care Services.
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Julie Kaster Estlick
December 16, 2013
I will miss Great Aunt Doris and her bright smile. She passes down a legacy of thoughtfulness, good humor and a buoyant spirit. We were blessed to have her in our lives.
DStallings
November 4, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Iowa Heartland Chevy Club
November 2, 2013
The Iowa Heartland Chevy Club would like to extend their heartfelt condolences to John and Pat and the rest of their family in this time of loss. Please know that we are thinking of you at this time.
Mike & Marilyn Ridnouer
November 1, 2013
Condolences to the family. A great lady and great friend.
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