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Doris Borland Obituary
DORIS W. BORLAND (Age 59) "Dodie"
Passed away on December 28, 2011 at the age of 59 with her family by her side at her home in Herndon, VA. Dodie is survived by her four children, Michelle, Brian, Jason, and Sean. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Dodie was the fourth of seven children of Doris "Bunky," and James "Captain" Wright. Dodie moved throughout the world before finally settling down in Great Falls, VA and marrying the love of her life, Wilfred "Bill" Borland Jr. in 1978. She was widowed in the winter of 2003. Dodie went through life with open arms spreading her love through volunteer work and teaching. She will be remembered by her vast group of family and friends as the ever welcoming and gracious host whose doors were always open. There will be an opportunity to pay respects and return some of the love she shared at a funeral mass at St. Catherine's of Sienna in Great Falls, VA, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2012.
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Timothy Malone
January 5, 2012
Dodie was one of the kindest people I've ever known. Dodie worked off and on in my ophthalmology office in Great Falls for over 10 years, spreading her warmth and joy to many of us, including patients and coworkers. I will miss Dodie tremendously, but I will always try to emulate her wonderful approach to life and others.
Tim Malone, MD
Ms. Byrd
January 5, 2012
My condolences to the family. May you receive comfort from the God of all comfort. Also, as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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