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Alberta Doris Obituary
Alberta (Bert) A. Doris, 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on Monday, July 18, 2011. She was predeceased by her husband, Paul R. Doris Sr.; son, Paul R. Doris Jr. She is survived by her loving family, Denny and Jo Doris, Jeff and Sue Doris, Ken and Denise Doris, Ann and Jim Szymanik; grandchilden, Becky and Ron, Kristin and Mike, Beth, Mike and Genevieve, Jimmy and Coralie, Dennis and Molly, Brittany, Morgan, Justin, Ryan and Renie; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews; brother, Robert Rospierski; special friends, the Ruston family and Mary Gell. Bert was a lifetime member of St. Rita's church and was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She took great joy in serving others and will be remembered for her 20+ years as CEO of the Dance Connection. Bert will always be remembered for her beautiful smile, uplifting attitude and her devotion to serving God. She would want us all to remember to live with love! The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to hospice, Jeff, Sue, Becky, Ron, Tyler and Ronnie for their devotion and care of Mom these past several months. A funeral mass will be offered on Friday, July 22, 2011, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Francis of Assisi Church. The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 21, 2011, from 6-9 p.m. at Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson, NY. Burial will take place in the family plot. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Bert's memory to the Lourdes Hospice, 4102 Old Vestal Road, Vestal, NY 13850.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alberta Doris
Kt and Lisa Behr
July 23, 2011
We will always remember our conversations and laughter with Bert. She always had a smiling face and a kind word. Our thought and prayers are with you all.
Warren Wickersheim
July 22, 2011
Ken and Family,
My apologies for not being able to see you in person yesterday. My family and I certainly wish to express our sincerest condolences in your time of grief, and may God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pam Guth
July 21, 2011
To the Szymaniak & Doris Families:
I am just learning of Bert's passing. I know that you all have been preparing yourselves alongside your amazing mother/grandmother. Bert's smile, faith, and positive attitude have been absorbed not only into the walls and dance floor of the Dance Connection but most importantly into all of our hearts so we can support you and keep her spirit shining brightly by sharing her God given gifts with the next generation that dances into our lives.
Our prayers are with you all
Love Pam Guth & Family
July 21, 2011
Dear Ann, So sorry to hear about your mom,I always loved my visits with her when I came to the studio with Kate.She will be greatly missed but she is finally at peace and with your dad and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.You have some great memories of your mom especially all those years being by your side at the studio
Thoughts and Prayers
Cindy Pulling
Jeri-Anne McKeon
July 20, 2011
Ann, Jim, Jimmy and Morgan,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Sheila Sullivan
July 20, 2011
Ann and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking to Bert at the Dance Connection... she will truly be missed. May happy memories bring you peace in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Heather Wiggins
July 20, 2011
Im so sorry to hear of your loss. Bert was a wonderful woman and a blessing to her family. Shes in Heaven with our dear Lord eating at the table and enjoying being pain free. You are all in my prayers.
Love In Christ Heather, John, Savanah and Caleb Wiggins
Bob Ollerenshaw
July 20, 2011
Ken and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at the loss of your mother. Losing a mother is not easy, but keeping the memories of your life with her will put a smile on your face. May she rest in peace.
Cassandra Fisher
July 19, 2011
I'm very sorry Ann, Morgan and Brit. I am thinking of you guys and love you.
Chris Gill
July 19, 2011
I always enjoyed my interactions with Bert at the "desk" of the DC. She always had something nice to say, asked about my family, shared her stories and made me smile. She was a great lady!
Our family is keeping you all in our prayers. God Bless.
The Gill Family
Mark R Palmer
July 19, 2011
Dear Doris Family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers and I'm so sorry for your loss.Your Mom has gone to join your Father in God's company,and to watch over you all.
Mark
Dolly Fox
July 19, 2011
The Doris Family:
I was in attendance many years ago at Pat Doris' funeral at St. Rita's. The outpouring of love from that church community for the Doris family was enormous and warm. I consider it an honor to have known this family over these many years. Bert and Pat raised a great family with humor, wit and caring that is shared by all members. Bert was a beacon then and will always be with everyone whose life she touched. Many prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Michael Andrus
July 19, 2011
Ann and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your Mom from grade school on up. just think she's dancing with Jesus and that great smile she always had is even bigger than the one she had here. Don't look at the missing piece that is no longer here but focus on the big picture of you Mother's life and all the things she brought into yours. And someday because of your faith you will be able to dance together with her again!!!!
Norma (Whitbeck) Bruce
July 19, 2011
When Charlie & I & our children, Chuckie, Jamie & Tammie moved into Bert & Pat's neighborhood when our children were young, it was instant connection with us & all the kids. Chuckie & Jeff were best buddies. Some of the best years of our lives were spent with the Doris family. We moved to Florida & missed them alot, but never forgot the good times & good friends they were. Our prayers are with Denny, Jeff, Kenny & Ann & their families. Your mom was one special lady with a great smile & I will always consider her my friend. God Bless all of you.
July 19, 2011
Thinking of you all. Bert was "Mom" to the Dance Connection Family. She was always there with a smile. It was a honor and pleasure to know her. So many fond memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
The Slick Family
Pati Maus
July 19, 2011
I am thinking of your entire family this morning as you continue through this difficult journey. You are so blessed with a strong faith, love of friends and family, and positive attitudes.
Your Mom and Dad are sitting together this morning, enjoying coffee and years of lost time. Please find peace in that.
Mrs. Doris was a wonderful person and she spread her values, love, and smile throughout this world~ every day of her 81 years. I feel honored to have known her and will remember her always.
Prayers are with you.
~Pati Maus
Cathy Johnson
July 19, 2011
I will always treasure the conversations, laughs, smiles, hugs, and tears that I shared with Bert! She was always so proud of her children and grandchildren, and she just filled up a room with her smile and joy! Such a wonderful person and I will miss her, but I am so happy that she is at peace in heaven! Love and hugs to each of you!!!!
Maralena Dropp
July 19, 2011
Ken, Denise, Ann, Jim and families - I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May your wonderful memories bring you comfort and peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Nancy Subik
July 19, 2011
Mrs. Doris's smile, energy and excitement for life will never be forgotten, we have all been blessed to have had the experienece of knowing her. May the memories your family has built together never fade and know she will always be with you in spirit. She was one heck of a special lady! Prayers and Love are sent to the entire family in this time of loss.
Kathy Woodruff
July 19, 2011
Ann, Jim, Jimmy and Morgan,
Thinking of you and sending love and prayers at this time. Bert meant so much to all of us for so many years, the smiling face as we stepped thru the door at DC night after night.So many wonderful conversations that i will cherish. We were all lucky to have known her !
Cris Broderick
July 19, 2011
As my thoughts ponder about Bert Doris, I smile. A smile is something that she greeted me with for many years at her second home, The Dance Connection. Many memories have arisen since I learned of her passing. Whether it be her and Sue traveling to Atlantic City, quarters abound, ready for action, on the St. Rita bus trips, or the "crazy" competition venues, I smile.
Bert was always helpful as I became steadfast in my faith journey. She shared with me her deep faith in God, and her adulation of the Catholic faith.
I remember her soft embrace when I lost my mother, and her warm words of wisdom.
"There is no velvet so soft as a mother's lap, no rose as lovely as her smile, no path so flowery as that imprinted with her footsteps." Archibald Thompson
Bert Doris surely made an imprint on my heart.
Peace be with her Family,
Love,
Cris, Frank and Ashley Broderick
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