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Doreen Gatti Obituary

Suddenly, September 17, 2005. Mother of Odilio 'Angelo' Gonzales; daughter of Arlene (late William); sister of Candy Abendschein, Damon and Aaron Gatti; aunt of Derek, Sara and John; survived by aunts, uncles & cousins. Visitation at the JAMES E. GRACE FUNERAL HOME, INC., 335 Ontario St. Tuesday 5-9 PM. Funeral pending.

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Published by Buffalo News on Sep. 19, 2005.

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Marian cian

September 13, 2023

Hey Doreen it's been a while boy how time flies still think of you often always remember how I used to sit on my porch and watch you come home from work wave to me all the time come over and sit on the porch with me, you we're a sweetheart you are missed and talked of often you were never forgotten say hi to my daughter Sarah for me I'm sure you guys are up in heaven talking and flying around with your wings.. I'm sure your son is so big by now I hope that your family is doing better I keep them in prayers always.
Miss you Dor always xxxoo

Marian

September 14, 2022

Haven't been on the page for a while thinking of you always never forgotten you, still talk about you still can't believe you're gone such a young age my daughter Sarah your friend passed away 2009 I lost her May 20th , she now has angel wings like you , Nicholas forty and Sarah got married which was really nice then too you know where teenage sweethearts just sad that he had to lose her she was 29.... It sucks that a mother has to lose their child worse feeling ever.... Miss you fly high in the sky with your wings and know that you're missed everyday sending hugs and kisses I hope your son is well I bet he is so big and so handsome.... Xxxooo

marian cian

October 21, 2020

wonderful memories of joyful times together gone to soon i'll never for get you kid...and how much you loved your son..

Doreen is in the lower-right corner. I am third from the left.

Mohammed Salim

April 27, 2018

I am just learning about what happened to Doreen now (04/27/18). Although I didn't know her in high school, I am so sorry to hear about this loss. Very sad indeed. I am very happy to have saved the attached picture, with Doreen in it. It just become much more valuable as a piece of history.

Love,
Mo

marian cian

October 19, 2008

love ya dor miss you lot's u will never be forgot ever ! it's just so sad your gone :-(( still till this day i can't understand why :-( see u in are dreams missing u ..your son is getting older wow how time goes i have not seen him or sarah n nick has time u left us i wish him well and that he knows we think of him as well a lot and hope someday we can see him and i know all on pooley st would love seeing him that's where u and him was loved so much and your never forgot there ...miss u more then u can dream of..i wish i could take time back.. ;-( wish i had more pix of u all the times u and my daughter hung out u two never got pix wow ..and u 2 was so close best of friends and hung out all day and night on porch u guys was great friends..she is in lost without u..
marian and family

Vicki Fancher

October 15, 2008

Hi Doreen. The girls and I from work think of you often. We all love and miss you so much. Every once in a while when I'm at work, I'll feel alittle tug on my apron strings and I look around and there's no one there, but I know it is you, reminding me that you are thinking of me. I made your favorite cake and took it to work on your birthday. A couple of new girls wondered why I was doing it when you aren't with us anymore. But you are always with us in spirit and we do it in memory of you to show that we have not forgotten you. Some of us still wear your picture on the back of our work badges. Sometimes when something weird happens at work that can't be explained, I swear it's you doing it to keep us thinking you're still here pulling your pranks on us. Remember the straws and cups you used to tie to our apron strings and we'd walk around the diningroom not knowing until someone told us. I really miss that DODO. You were the crazy one. I wonder what kind of pranks you are doing now. I have to go now, but you will always be in my heart. LOVE U & MISS U DODO! Always, Vicki

marian and family cian/forti/crull

October 15, 2008

hey dor..thinking of you lady! sarah been real sick :-( but me and her do talk of you from time to time she does so miss u so much...see u in are dreams and i hope as are angel..love and miss u hon...marian

Linda Tanksley

October 15, 2008

Doreen ,thinking of you often I love and adore you , sending blessings to your family , may Our Heavenly Father continue to heal, comfort and guide thier mind ,body and soul each day .
In Christs Love,
Linda

marian cian

September 18, 2008

hi dor sorry late happy b-day miss u ...we think of u a lot and talk of u...sarah been real sick keep her angel dor...love and miss u so much ...marian and family

DANIELLE mOTT

September 16, 2008

hey girl i miss you so much. i wich you were here but you r always in my thoughts happy b day! i love you DoDo MUAH! Danielle Mott

Doreen and Angelo

September 15, 2008

trouble times three

September 15, 2008

dora and peter

September 15, 2008

September 15, 2008

denise and dora

September 15, 2008

DENISE RODRIGUEZ

September 14, 2008

Dora,
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY LUV, I NO ITS A COUPLE DAYS LATE ON HERE, BUT I KNOW YA HEARD MANNY AND I SINGING HAPPY B-DAY TO YA! I COULD NEVER STOP THINKING ABOUT YA, ON UR B-DAY I WAS REMEMBERING EATING STUFED SHELLS AT UR GRAMS AND GOING TANNING, TAKING TURNS IN THE BED WHE WE WERE YOUNGER, LOL! MISS YA SO MUCH!!!!!
DENISE

yes it's cheese and macaroni

September 14, 2008

September 13, 2008

Happy Birthday Doreen
We love you!!

allison o'leary

September 12, 2008

Happy Birthday Dora. Wish you were here to get your present (which would be you babysitting for me). I gotta get back to work i will be back. Now go inside the street lights are on. Love Me

candy abendschein

September 12, 2008

HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!! 32 HA, HA ! I MISS YOU. LOVE YA FOREVER EVEN IF I CAN'T SEE YA, I KNOW YOUR HERE. CANDY

Angelo gonzalez

September 12, 2008

Hey It's me mom I love u and Happy Birthday.
I'm in High School now 9th grade. I know u would be proud. I'm going to
go to college soon I hope It's U.B.
I'm going to keep your dreams for me and u alive. We're going to eat and send u up balloons in A little while at the cemetery. I'm almost 14yrs old and are u buggin John for Candy. .....Well anyways HAPPY BIRTHDAY love u still and always Angelo.

kelly ackley

August 21, 2008

Dora,

Every where i go you keep popin up some how. my dreams, my thoughts even on my space... I do miss you and love you . thanks for the visits .... next time bring chance so i can say hi .
love ya

leslie wedie maracle

August 21, 2008

Time go by n it seems like its been 4 ever since u have been gone its crazy when they say u dnt no wat u got till its gone cuz wow reen i sure do miss u . u were always there when i needed u no matter wat sure could use that in my life now u were n are the best friend ne 1 could of asked for missing u always love u lots !!!! hello angelo miss u hope all is well wit u email me some time i would love 2 chat wit u !!!

Linda Tanksley

August 20, 2008

The time passes , my thoughts of you are always present.
Your greatness , perserverance , and your unconditional LOVE you gave your son which remains in both your hearts forever will be cherished everlasting.

In advance a birthday greeting for you ,a blessed and happy birthday!

Every day is a reason to celebrate the time we all had to share our lives with you !!
In honor and memory 9-12-77

In Christs Love,
Linda

Denise Rodriguez

May 15, 2008

Hey Dora,
Thinking about u alot lately, and wish u were here to put that big smile on everyones faces as always. I love u dearly.
Denise

ANGELO

May 11, 2008

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY I HOPE YOU LIKE YOUR FLOWERS I LOVE AND MISS YOU VERY MUCH. LOVE YOUR SON, ANGELO

leslie

February 14, 2008

Hey i didnt even no this was still up !Happy valentines day <3 i still remember u always would give a valintine lol miss it now :( i think bout u all the time still can never 4get wat u ment 2 me not just a friend u were so much more u always be in my heart girl I LOVE U 4 EVER !! hey angelo if u read this wedie still loves u 2 hope all is well 4 u ! prob. big as ever :) miss u as well! love ya doreen !

Linda Tanksley

February 12, 2008

Doreen and Angelo wishing you all the things that bring love to your heart special things that will give you happy moments today and happy memories tomorrow.
A mother's love for her family and loved ones remain in her heart forever and ever!!
A special valentine wish to you,
May an Angel watch over you and always light your way.
Love,
Linda

Lisa Ackley

January 17, 2008

My Dora,
It has been a while since I have been on here. It will never get easier to face anything! I miss you so much and will never be able to have a friend nearly as spectacular as you. I cant tell anyone the things we could share, Im lost without you. So much has changed yet so much is the same. Your son is taller than I am. he made sure to point that out at his party. I Love being around your sister because she is as ca\razy as you, but I procrastinate going ovetr there. You already know I try to avoid anything difficult. So I miss you and love you lots. I still drive pass your has and remember just sitting on your porch at nigyt or arguing with you on the porch when you would lock mwe out or would not go in. lol. Your always in my thoughts my love!

Linda Tanksley

December 26, 2007

Season Greetings, wishing you Blessings and Peace in the New Year!
Let's Trust JESUS one more day...and one more day.
Doreen my sweet child of God you are so Loved!!

December 24, 2007

my dear dodo, i just wanted to wish u a merry christmas i know you are singing with the angels...to all doreens fam & friends hope u find joy & happiness this holiday season you guys are always in my thoughts & prayers

Linda Tanksley

November 10, 2007

I made it to buffalo I will have JoJo take me to Elmwood Cemetary .
More than memories connect me with my loved ones
I remain ever one in spirt with God and my loved ones. We are all forever young in spirt , You are a treasure in my heart.

Bethany Morgan

October 21, 2007

It is so funny sometimes I click on here and it is like I am talking to you! I have learned so much more about who you where from everyone sharing stories about you on here. I guess that just goes to show how many peoples lives you touched. I have heard Ang is doing great! He is so lucky to have your family there for him. Well I was just having a moment and after typing this I feel better! We miss and love you! And Ang if you read this mommys friends all love and miss you and if you need anything we are ALWAYS here for you!!!

October 19, 2007

Hi Dor

I miss you so much, I've been thinking about you alot lately. We miss you so much and Angelo to it would be great to see him again. I am sure he is growing up to be a fine young man. Well just keep watching over us and I think everything will be Ok. I miss you so much lots of love. Till we meet again some day.

October 18, 2007

Hi Doreen,
JUST WANT TO SAY MISS YOU
XXOO I HAD A BABY GIRL YOU WOULD THINK SHE WAS SO CUTE WISH U WAS HERE TO SEE HER AND TO SEE MY SISTER SON STEVEN HE WILL BE 4 AND MY DAUGHTER MADISON IS 2 NOW..SARAH BECAME A AUNT :-} THINKING OF YOU..
MARIA DIXON

Carol Cian

October 18, 2007

Hey Dor,
thinking of you all the time..
miss you wish you was here...
Carol

Sarah forty

October 18, 2007

hi dodo..
miss you thinking of you a lot& still can't face that your gone!!
i love you :-{ i wish i could of saw you one more time but i was to far and in the hospital sick what's knew huh ..miss you and thinking of you a lot . sarah forty

marian anf family cian/forty/crull/dixon

October 18, 2007

Life is so not fair to have this happen to a sweet girl and loving friend of my daughters,son and all my family I am mother of sarah, maria ,carol, and rodney They loved you Doreen dearly! My prayer go out to all your family Doreen and allyour friends. May God ease your pain and heal the saddness in your hearts. i know time heals but i can say i sure do think of u as well..sarah and i talk of u alot i meet u when u was around cheryl and sarah my son was real young and thought u was so pretty and gave u like 80 cents lol..then i move on pooley and got to see u more what a smile u had..always made me smile miss u girls so sad and still can't understand why this happen...keep around us and keep around sarah she needs to be yell at to takecareof her self so give her a smile dor ...may god bless and give us all time to heal..you are so missed..we will never forget you..with all are love xx marian and family...also i like to say hi to candy and your son hope u guys are ok xo..miss seeing your son around pooley will never be the same..

Linda Tanksley

October 17, 2007

Doreen
You will not be forgotten you have a very special place in my heart ..
Your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers

Trust in Him with all your heart and mind,
acknowledge Him ,
do not rely on your own understanding, He will direct your paths.(PROVERBS 3:5)

God Bless You
Love,
Linda

Denise Rodriguez

September 17, 2007

Hey Dora, happy belated b-day, you know i did not forget about you (never). I can't beleive another year has gone bye.

Bethany Morgan

September 12, 2007

Happy Birthday Doreen!!!! Miss you lots!!! Bethany

Linda Tanksley

September 12, 2007

It's my , our, party and I'll cry if I want, cry if I want to, you would cry to...
Darn! I woke up this morning and you appeared in my thoughts I sobbed and had to shake my self
from the tears
I said I would MAKE IT THE BEST

I do know this much : WHAT YOU DID BEST IS MAKE THE BEST out of it!!

I celebrated today it is YOUR special day !
I really miss hearing from you
God bless

VICKI FANCHER

September 12, 2007

HAPPY 31ST BIRTHDAY DOE DOE! I BAKED YOU YOUR FAV CAKE TODAY & TOOK IT INTO WORK. I WILL ALWAYS REGRET NOT MAKING U YOUR CAKE 2 YRS AGO,YOU LOOKED SO SAD THAT I DIDN'T. IF I HAD KNOWN THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN THE LAST 1 I WOULD HAVE MADE WHILE YOU WERE STILL ALIVE, YOU KNOW I WOULD HAVE. I MISS YOU SO MUCH. EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE AT WORK I'LL FEEL A TUG ON MY APRON STRINGS & I'LL TURN AROUND & NO ONE IS THERE & I KNOW IT'S YOU. YOU WERE A NUT TYING THOSE STRAWS & CUPS TO OUR APRON STRINGS ALL THE TIME. THEN THERE WERE THE TIMES YOU WERE PUTTING SALT & PEPPER & SUGAR IN PEOPLES PURSES. I REALLY MISS WORKING WITH YOU, IT WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AROUND HERE WITH YOU SMILE & GOFFINESS TO BRIGHTEN OUR DAY. I KNOW YOU'RE IN A BETTER PLACE & SOMEDAY WE WILL MEET AGAIN. I KNOW IT'S BEEN 2 YRS, BUT I STILL FEEL LIKE YOU'RE HERE, NOT ONLY IN SPIRIT. SOME OF US AT WORK STILL WEAR A PICTURE OF YOU ON THE BACK OF OUR BADGE. I HAD TO MAKE A NEW ONE CUZ THE OTHER ONE GOT WET & THE COLORS RAN. I WISH YOU WERE STILL HERE, I COULD USE A GOOD LAUGH RIGHT ABOUT NOW, YOU ALWAYS KNEW HOW TO MAKE US LAUGH. I KEEP YOUR PICTURES OUT AT HOME SO I CAN SEE YOU EVERYDAY TO SAY HI. I LOVE YOU & MISS YOU VERY MUCH DOE DOE, AGAIN HAPPY BIRTHDAY.LOVE VICKI

kelly mackeen

September 12, 2007

HAPPY 31ST BIRTHDAY! You are still in my thoughts and prayers. Say hello to my uncle(dodies dad).

LESLIE MARACLE

September 12, 2007

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DOREEN ..... I CAN NEVER FORGET U GURL THINK ABOUT U ALL THE TIME STILL .... ITS STILL NOT FAIR I MISS YOU SO MUCH EVERY LAST THING .. NO ONE CAN EVER REPLACE THE LOVE N FRIENDSHIP U GAVE I MISS YOU LOTS&LOVE YOU FOREVER!!!UNTILL I SEE U AGAIN!!KEEP SHINING DOWN ON US !!!!

MAGGIE GONZALEZ

September 12, 2007

DOR-

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MAMAS!!!! I MISS YOU.

LOL

Tammy Simpson

September 12, 2007

Doreen:

Happy Birthday
Your smile is greatly missed and
You are often in my thoughts.
Hope all is Well with Angelo.

candy

September 12, 2007

HAPPY BIRTHDAY !!!!! HA 31 DONT WORRY I'M STILL COUNTING YOUR BITHDAY BECAUSE THEIR IS NO WAY I'LL EVER LET YOU BE THAT MUCH YOUNGER THAN ME.

marian and family

September 12, 2007

Hi DOr thinking of you always!!there was a song that came on and sarah said as the song was playing it made her think of u ...she does miss u dor..she will never forget all the times u had for many years when u guys was so young then wow not even teens yet u was in our life for many yrs and many years that go by u will be in all of our hearts...you was a good lady and u love your son so much i hope someday he will know how much u did love him and how much u did for him all that u could for him..u was his rock and all he had u love him so much u was a good mother and lady u had a big heart your in our thoughts and that smile of yours love ya miss u..xo

Linda Tanksley

September 11, 2007

Happy Birthday Doreen your an Angel
your truly missed !

I'm speechless..
Much Love to you!

J. Harrall

September 11, 2007

Happy Birthday 9/12 Thinking of you and your Family! Miss you.....<3Jojo

Cheryl Mapp

September 6, 2007

Hey Dor Dor, I just wanted to say Happy Birthday and I am thinking of you always. Love ya!

marian c

September 5, 2007

hi dor..just thinking of u and had to say hi and miss u more and more ...wish it was all a dream but it's not "i sure do miss seeing your son i'm sure he might of forgot us by now well not sure if he did or ever will of sarah and nick he sure love them ...well dor your always in our thoughts..sarah is still the same keep her in your angel visit k...she does miss u so much ...wish she and u could of got together before she came back to ny because she was so sick...but u was gone when she was on the way here well a week after ...we miss your smile no one will ever have that smile that u had you was a sweet funny lady hugssss miss u so much....god bless all..marian and family..wish i could keep this on here forever to write u but i know your time now is being our angel till we all meet ...dor dor miss u kid..

Denise Rodriguez

September 1, 2007

HELLO DORA,
girly i miss you sooooooooooo much however, i can still hear your laugh, and calling me neich, I see many buterflies and know they are you checking up on things. I love Angelo sooo much, and can't wait to give him a hug!

dod

August 31, 2007

happy early Birthday Dora

marian and family

August 16, 2007

hi Doreen ...been thinking of u and your in all of our herats and when we talk of old days your in them all the time ... sure do miss u till this day still can't understand why your gone :-( miss u girl xxxooo marian and sarah and maria rod..carol missing u xxoo

DeAnn Daniels

August 15, 2007

Dor it has been a while since I have read any entries its good to know the guest book is still available I saw your son while I was out shopping I wanted to say something to him but something kept me away ( I honestly believe that voice was you) I still pray for your family and I hope everyone is well

linda Tanksley

August 14, 2007

Thinking of you and Angelo each day knowing God has you both in his care reassures me .

always keep your eyes on the heavens God is always here to guide you, trust in him.

Thank you for all the phone call's and thinking of me you always seem to know how to brighten someone's day
you are a special blessing to me

I do beleive in the HOLY SPIRT and YOU
I know it's early but the 12th is(our) your Bday
So let's celebrate day in spirt
I'll make the BEST of it for us
like old times you still light up my life as always.

Angelo have a GREAT school year ,have fun , and good luck !


I love you dearly,
Linda

July 24, 2007

my dear dodo, i miss you still so much! i often think about the goofy times we shared and hope u still pop in every once in a while to see all of us at work!! i miss you and know we will meet again someday!

kelly mackeen

June 20, 2007

Hey Doreen thank you for the little signs that you are with me in the hard times I am going threw. You are still missed. Love ya!

Linda Tanksley

April 6, 2007

Doreen I love you and miss you!
Easter Blessings to you & your loved ones.
Praise God!

candy

April 5, 2007

happy bunny day , love ya!

Trisha

March 7, 2007

I was on the phone with Danielle yesterday and we were reminiscing about the past and out of instinct I thought to ask how are you. I get so mad that your gone some times. I wasted so much time on being angry, I will never forget that. You were so damn crazy, I miss that. All the annoying phone calls. I remember you and your smile, cheese subs, mac & cheese and late nights at gradma's house. We were so young I grew up with you. You helped me get through my parents divorce and all that mess that was my life. I hope you can see me and my beautiful kids. You were if you were anything a good mother. I love you Dor, and I'll say again because it needs saying I'm sorry and i will always love you.

forever missing you your in the lord hands now, love ya dor...

marian

March 7, 2007

hi there dor,thinking of you and u with that funny&sweet smile .. we sure do miss u and talk of u so much .. sarah sure does miss u , i wish you would say hey to her in her dreams or anything so she knows your ok .. it is so sad when u lose someone and never get to say how u feel i guess we will never understand till that day,when we could of said how we felt but didn't... well kid your so miss here and talk of a lot.. your in all of are thought's hugs to you and come see us in our dreams... love and miss u xo..we will never forget your funny ways and crazy ways and your loving smile silly smile :-) u had a silly way about your self that i feel that is why u was so loved we will not forget it ..and hey to your son hope he is well may god bless your family and son ..we think of him a lot hope is he well .. wish we could see him say hi give him a hug hope he don't forget us... hey ang..hugsss to u kid..see u in our dreams dor.. marian&family

Denise Rodriguez

March 7, 2007

Hey Dora,
Girlfriend I miss ya dearly, I cant believe as times go by that your still gone. I think of you so much and still dream of you on a regular basis. I will never forget you and will love you always
Denise

carol cian

March 7, 2007

whats up doreen been thinking of you chick a lot sure wish you was here with us can't stop thinking about you and all the times we had , your for ever in our thought's.. happy holiday's coming to you love ya xo
carol Cian (buffalo, NY)

candy

March 6, 2007

ang is doing well he's on a soccer team and i have to say he is pretty good. as always his grades are good he's even in high school math.i miss you. love,can

marian

February 16, 2007

hi dor ..just thinking of you and still thinking your with us here so hard to think you being gone!!!thinking of u a lot ..happy v-day miss u ..

Lorreina Dugarm

February 15, 2007

Doreen,
It has been a long,long time since I have spoken to you or even seen you for that matter. I remember running in to you downtown a few years back and you were still the same girl I knew in Grammer School. Your carefree nature was still there and I was so happy to see you. The news of your passing has definitely made my heart heavy. We were once friends and I will always remember you as a kind,generous, funny, lighthearted girl who lit up a room. Reading these entries touched me, knowing that all the people I once knew, loved you so much and you all remained friends after so many years. You will be missed forever...
I remember walking down Elmwood (which seemed like a journey back then!) to your Grandfather's house and going to Mighty Taco..We took that trip at least twice a week.. :).... You were quite a girl Doreen and I will never forget you.. If your son is anything like you, (which I am sure he is!) he will grow up to be a sensational man. My best wishes to all of your friends and family.

Linda Tanksley

February 2, 2007

Doreen,
You are so very special-
to God and to me!
I truly miss you!

Heart strings(deepest feelings or affections)
for you and Angelo;
May the Lord's presence cheer your heart and warm your days.
Much Love,
Linda

marian cian

February 2, 2007

Doreen,
Happy valentine's day we all miss you and talk of u a lot and thinking of the old days!!!when i come to this page it makes me cry and my heart hurts over the lost with you, still can't understand why...all i can do is wish your fine and in peace now ... sarah sure does miss you she is hurting over the lost of u you guys did so much and been with one another in so much in life ...miss you ,miss that silly smile u was a good lady good mother and a sweet lady ...hugsssss and miss u lot's...marian and family

February 1, 2007

Hi Doreen
I was just thinking of you and I had to say Hello.. I miss you a whole lot..

sarah forti

January 11, 2007

Hi doreen! I know i dont get here to say hi too much so i just wanted to tell you so you would know we are thinking of you always. we love you and miss you lots.

January 10, 2007

MY DEAR DOREEN..TONIGHT IS THE ANNUAL HOLIDAY PARTY AND IT WILL NOT BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU THERE! YOU ARE SUCH A GREAT PERSON AND WE ALL MISS YOU DEARLY!!! WE LOVE YOU AND THINK OF YOU OFTEN!
YOUR CO-WORKERS AT THE CASINO

Denise Rodriguez

January 1, 2007

Dora,
another holiday goes by without getting a telephone call from you wishing my family a happy new year. I wish your family a wonderful ,happy, blessed, and fullfilled New Year. Miss you and love you always.
Denise

Linda Tanksley

December 30, 2006

A Christmas Message For You And All Your Family & Friends,

Praise His Name
Embrace His Spirit
Accept His Word
Celebrate His Birth
Enjoy His Blessings

His PEACE be yours through a blessed New Year!

Denise Rodriguez

December 25, 2006

Dora,
I miss you sooooo much and all the laughs that we have shared together. I think of you everyday and miss your crazy smile and laugh especially during the holidays. I am used to you coming over after visiting with your sister and family. I cant believe how fast Moe is growing. I sware everytime I see him he looks as if he gained five more puonds although, still looks alot like you. Moe has been blessed with your smile and sense of humor. I wish I had more time to spend with him but my schedule has been crazy. Thank you for appearing in my dreams atleast once per week, keep coming.
Love you always
Denise

Cheryl

December 25, 2006

Merry Christmas Dor. Thinking of you always.

BETHANY MORGAN

December 24, 2006

MERRY CHRISTMAS DOREEN!

LESLIE MARACLE

December 24, 2006

NOT A DAY GO'S BY WHERE I DONT THINK OF YOU ! WISHING YOU WERE STILL HERE WITH US.MISSING YOU TERRIBLY STILL.NEVER FORGETTING ALL THE TIMES WE SPENT TOGETHER,N THE SPECIAL FRIENDSHIP WE SHARED. I WANTED TO SAY MERRY CHRISTMAS . AN FOR ANGELO I MISS YOU N WISH U ALL THE BEST MERRY CHRISTMAS N I LOVE YOU ALWAYS LOTS OF LOVE WEDIE N KIDS

December 21, 2006

Hey Doreen,
Just wanted to say Merry Christmas...We miss you

Love Ya

Linda Tanksley

December 3, 2006

Doreen,
Not a day goes by and I'm thinking of you and Angelo, my mind drifts into deep thoughts and I wonder how can it be sometimes I start with baby tears then somehow a little smile appears,
is it true this is you reassuring me...
We talked and you would laugh even when I knew at times you were hurting inside you still seemed to stay strong, you amazed me, I admired this about you.
I have to admit as hard as it may sound I can hear your laughter down in my heart, this will never be taken away from any of us!
You have an extensive loving soul.
I miss you dearly!
Angelo and your family are in my prayers,
My Blessings are always with you!
Much Love,
Linda

Our favorite place :D

November 24, 2006

Cheryl

November 24, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving Dor. I posted a picture of you on here because it shows the goofy-funny girl I miss so much.

BETHANY MORGAN

November 23, 2006

HAPPY TURKEY DAY DOREEN!!!

candy

November 23, 2006

thanks jo jo for keeping this online. dor happy turkey day still miss your cheesecake. it been tough missing you so much. love ya , can

November 21, 2006

doreen i miss you so much and just wanted to say hello and that not a day goes by that i dont think about you. you had the most contagious smile and laugh and sometimes i still hear it throughout the buffet!! we all miss you and know we will be together again some day. to all your family may the holidays bring you joy and happiness... you are all in my thoughts and prayers!

Deanne Gordner

November 14, 2006

Doreen, I found an old picture of us from a Christmas party. I hope that your family has a wonderful holiday season. I miss your silly little smile and your cheese omlette with no egg hanging off the bread, and your fried potatoes with ketchup and mayo (yuck). I think about you a lot, Doreen, we had a rough start at first, but once we "got" each other, we were fine. Happy Holidays!!

Linda Tanksley

November 13, 2006

You are an Angel Doreen
your beautiful and I love you
I can hear your voice as I pray you have a very special place in my heart as always!!

Thanks sis for maintaining the guest book on line xo

November 11, 2006

Hey Doreen
I just wanted to say Hello. I miss you a whole lot, the smiles, and the laughs. Thanks for all the good memories and keep watch over us. Thanks your a PEACH.... Love you

October 25, 2006

Dear mom I love more than anyone I'm growing into a young man as I get older I'm in 7th grade now I wish I could see you happy in heaven I have my times though.




p.s. I got a girlfriend.Angelo

Lisa Ackley

October 23, 2006

Dora Dora Dora,
I miss you honey! I love you so much.

Lisa Ackley

October 23, 2006

In My Pocket

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

Denise Rodriguez

October 18, 2006

i'm talking about. Love you and miss you dearly.
Denise

CANDY

October 15, 2006

OK DOR IT'S ALMOST TIME TO SAY GOODBYE. I WANT YOU TO KNOW I MISS AND LOVE YOU MORE THAN ANYTHING AND RESPECT YOU FOR THE PERSON YOU BECAME AND REGRET THAT YOU ARE GONE.LAST YEAR ON YOUR B-DAY YOU CALLED ME TO SEE WHAT TIME YOU WERE BORN THAN YOU CALLED ME BACK ON THAT EXACT TIME.YOU MADE ME TELL YOU ABOUT OUR STORIES OVER AND OVER.SO HERE WE GO ONE LAST TIME EXCEPT FOR IN MY DREAMS. WHEN MOM WAS PREGANT WITH YOU WE WENT UP TO A CABIN AND WENT FOR A WALK ONE NIGHT I SAW A SHOOTING STAR I WISHED FOR A LITTLE SISTER AND YOU WERE WHAT I GOT.THAN WHEN YOU WERE ABOUT IN SECOND GRADE I WOULD COME HOME FROM MY FRIENDS AND YOU WERE ALREADY ASLEEP. ON MY BED WOULD BE YOUR HOMEWORK AND A PIECE OF GUM FOR PAYMENT .I ALWAYS DID YOUR HOMEWORK I COULD NEVER SAY NO.LOVE YOU! YOU AND JOHN STAY OUT OR TROUBLE.GIVE GRAM AND GRANDPA A REST THEY HAD TO LISTEN TO YOU TALK A WHOLE YEAR STRAIGHT ALREADY GO BUG AUNT JOANN. SEE YOU IN MY DREAMS. LOVE,CAN

Rachel Wheeler (Hickman)

September 22, 2006

Hey Doreen it's me again!! I just wanted to stop by and say hello! I also wanted to ask you to watch over my good friend Noah, have a few beers with him and play poker..watch out for him though, he's a real joker!! Take care of yourself, and say hello to Noah for me!

Danielle mott

September 19, 2006

happy birthday to you, its your birthday we gonna party like its your birthday. my little dodo i love you girl we all, Ang ,Candy and the rest of the clan sent you your birthday balloons and enjoyed dinner with each other at the china baffett for your b-day and Ang loves the china cheese pizza like his cheese eating mama haha . well its been one year and i feel like you are with me every day thankyou for helping me for finding that photo i was looking for i knew you would come through girl and thanks for bringing me and Trisha back to geather I know that was all you to well i talk to you latter babygirl and to every one who loves dooreen GOD BLESS YOU love Danielle Mott aka DMott haha kiss kiss.

Sarah Forti

September 18, 2006

Doreen,

It's been a year and a day since you were taken from us. It still sucks. I want you back. I miss you. I love you.

Love,

Sarah

Cheryl M

September 18, 2006

I can't believe it's been a year already. I have never stop thinking about you, you were such a good friend with a big heart and even though we drifted apart as we got older you always managed to pick up the phone to say hi or I always managed to make a surprise visit. I really wish things didn't happen they way they did.



From time to time I would think to myself I haven't talked to Doreen, maybe I should stop by her house and say hi, but then I remember your no longer with us. It almost seems unreal, but I guess what you don't want to believe always seems unreal.



I have a picture of you at the beach (do you remember what you did with that stick that day, haha) sitting on my desk and every time I look at it I just can't fathom why you were taken so soon and from so many people that adored you. You are missed Doreen and I look forward to seeing you again someday. Maybe we will bask in the sun, maybe we will have a few drinks, maybe we will even give old teachers a call, no matter what we do, it will be like old times like always. Love ya Dor.

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