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Doris Ullrich Obituary
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ULLRICH, Doris DORIS McCURDY ULLRICH Doris McCurdy Ullrich, 76, of Cumming, GA passed away on May 20, 2011 at Embracing Hospice. She was predeceased by her parents, Bill and Myrtle McCurdy; and sister, Anita Smith. As a native Atlantan, Doris attended Murphy High School. She had a beautiful voice and as a teenager sang with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra. She worked in administration at Emory University in Decatur for 27 years, and had many fond memories and stories to share about her time there. She was a lifelong Presbyterian and attended Oakhurst Presbyterian as a child until moving to Pleasant Hill Presbyterian in Duluth, and later in life was a founding member of Parkway Presbyterian in Cumming, where she played many roles. Mrs. Ullrich is survived by her daughter, Christine (Rick) Crawford of Cumming, GA; son, Carl (Donna) Franklin of Ball Ground, GA; brothers, Bill, Mark, Ray, and Michael McCurdy; grandchildren, Natalie, Carrie, Carl, Chris, Kristian, Andrea, and Michael; and 10 great grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at McDonald & Son Funeral Home on Monday, May 23, 2011 at 1:00 pm, with visitation from 12:00 - 1:00 pm. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery in Roswell. Rev. Bill Ford will officiate. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Doris' name to the Forsyth County Humane Society, a No Kill shelter. www.forsythpets.org. Condolences may be expressed on-line at www.mcdonaldandson.com. Arrangements by McDonald and Son Funeral Home & Crematory, 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 886-9899
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Ray Hunt
May 31, 2011
Doris was a treasured coworker and always a source of strength and comfort. I just now discovered this page and was not aware of her demise. Love you, Doris.
R. Bonnor
May 28, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this painful time. I hope you find comfort from the words of our Heavenly Father. (Psalm 72:12,13)
Aloma Sibley
May 23, 2011
I worked with Doris at Emory for many years and she was a treasured employee--always went the extra mile and diligent in completing her work correctly. She was a very special lady. Aloma Sibley
May 23, 2011
I worked with Doris for many years at Emory and she was a highly respected employee for her knowledge, commitment to do things correctly, and diligence in completing things. I enjoyed knowing her very much and know she will be missed. Aloma Sibley
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