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Doris Deans Obituary

Doris M. Deans PORTSMOUTH - Loving mother and grandmother, Doris M. Deans, passed peacefully away June 29, 2009, at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center. She was predeceased by her husband, Joseph A. Deans. She is survived by four daughters, two sisters, five grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. She was a member of Port Norfolk Baptist Church. A private memorial service will be held at a later date with just immediate family. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.snellingsfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to a charity of your choice.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jul. 1, 2009.

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Betty Frazier

July 2, 2009

In Memory of my sister and my extended sympathies to the rest of her family.

Susie Sawyer

July 2, 2009

John Seton Midgett and Hilbert Etta Huff Midgett, at rest in their home in heaven, have received another one of their children.

Doris Mae Midgett Deans,one of seven sisters and three brothers went on to meet her family that has passed before her leaving two surviving sisters.

The memories of the family you have lived your life with live on in our heart are part of our soul and are passed on to our children.

Susie Sawyer

hotdog&cindy prince

July 1, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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