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Doris Brown Obituary

Doris T. Brown PORTSMOUTH - Doris Thomas Brown departed this life Nov. 6, 2010 in the city of Portsmouth. In accordance with her wishes, there will be no public viewing. Private services will be held with Fisher Funeral Home, 1520 Effingham St., Portsmouth, handling arrangements. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Leah Zuniega, Dr. Daniel Citienza and the caring staff at Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 14, 2010.

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Tracie Brown

May 10, 2020

It's been 10 years, an I'm still hurt by your passing, I pray on this Mother's Day that your looking down on me saying..I'm proud of you Tracie, I miss you terribly, wish I could talk to you, see you, hug you tightly an say Happy Mother's Day an just say how much I Love you.. May God keep you in peace, until we see each other again... I Love you Ma, Tracie Brown, 5-10-2020

November 18, 2010

Aunt Doris was full of life and love. I remember her taking time to play basketball and football with my oldest son, her great-nephew. Whenever she came around she would spend so much quality time with him. He (Kameron) remembers Aunt Doris sneaking him candy and keeping him outside after dark playing. It is ironic because my husband James, her nephew, has similar memories of Aunt Doris. I remember meeting Aunt Doris about 14 years ago when I was dating my husband. We immediately had a bond. She told me back then welcome to the family! Aunt Doris loved to cook and spend time with her family. I will miss her laughter, her sense of humor and the forwardness that I appreciated about her. We love her but God loved her best. Rest in Peace Aunt Doris. We know that you loved us.
Kimberlyn, James, Kameron, Kaitiya, Kambell, and Kennedy Bowser

November 17, 2010

to tootsie & family,going down memory lane with you on the phone recreated my earliest fondness for my first best ,friend,your sister Doris.not only was she your big sis but mine's also. she was there for me from the beginning of our "cavalier manor"days. She was my protector when i needed protecting . a good friend to the end.It was a true blessing to have been a part of her life and she a part of mine. my first " best freind" will be in my heart always. Love to you and your family Sharon Townsend Mason, Accokeek, Maryland

LaBarbara Owens

November 16, 2010

To the Brown-Thomas family from the Owens family. 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.

Kimberly Townsend-Williamson

November 15, 2010

To the family of Doris--We pray the love of GOD enfolds your heart during your journey through this difficult time. Doris friendship to The Townsend Family will be everlasting. She touch so many of our lives in more ways than one...We love you Doris, but our Father in heaven loved you more.

Beverly Alberts

November 15, 2010

We were the tallest girls at school but we carried ourselves with pride and dignety.
To the family. Only God knows when our time on earth is up. I pray for her and you. She will be missed.

November 15, 2010

To the Brown-Thomas family from the Dixon family. Doris was our friend, our sister, mentor and I always wanted to be like her when I grew up because she was so stylist and beautiful. We all grew up together and were blessed because we all were family. We were the first family in Cavalier Manor and she showed me what it meant to be "cool" and a "lady" . she was my first real role model and your whole family along with mine knew the love and sharing of Doris. Binky and Tracie you were blessed to have a wonderful and beautiful Mother. To your whole family we wish to share our deepest condolences and love.
Lil Sister (Min. Katrina Whitehurst,Milton Dixon, Pam, Billy and Micheal Dixon) Your Viking Street Family !!! To God be the Glory

November 15, 2010

U KNOW TIME IS REALLY SHORT AND SO WE NEED TO LOVE EACH OTHER MORE .MY HEART GOES OUT TO MY FRIEND .AFTER WE WOULD FINISH TALKING OVER THE PHONE ENCOURAGING EACH I WOULD ALWAYS SAY I LOVE YOU .MAY SHE REST IN PEACE .AND TO HER GRANDSON THAT SHE RAISED KEEP YOUR HEAD UP AND REMEMBER GOD LIVES U

Carolyn Hall

November 14, 2010

I'm praying for all of you.

The Townsend Family (Walter&Jacquline's Kids)

LaJuana Evans

November 14, 2010

On behalf of the Townsend family (Walter & Jacquline) and Evans family (Wannie Townsend- Evans), we would like to express our sincere condolences to your family in this tender moment. My family and I share many found memories of how kindly and special Doris treated and nurtured us growing up. She will never be forgotten and always loved by all of us. God bless you and yours. We love you Doris!!!

November 14, 2010

Bless Mrs Brown!!!!

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