Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1933
DIED
2011
FUNERAL HOME
Doris Mears Obituary
Dorie was the widow of Rev. Robert W. Mears, one of the original founders of New Christian Fellowship, now Laconia Christian Fellowship. Pastor Mears died in 2002.
Dorie was born December 11, 1933 in Canton, Ohio, the daughter of Clarence and Violet (Luce) Thompson. She resided in Franklin, for several years before moving to Laconia in 1971.
Dorie was mother to three, but in reality she became a second mother to countless young people in the Lakes Region who looked to her and Bob as spiritual parents. She also had a special love for the elderly, serving them for many years as both a LNA and an activities director in a couple of nursing homes, as a home companion and finally as a home care provider when she opened her own business, Dori's Senior Care on Meredith Center Road. She cared for elderly residents there for about nine years.
Survivors include two sons, John E. Mears of Loudon, and Michael A. Mears of New Zealand; a daughter, Jennifer M. Watson, of Laconia; 12 grandchildren; six great grandchildren and several nephews and nieces.
Calling hours will be held Friday, September 2, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Carriage House of the Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia.
A Funeral Service will be held Saturday, September 3, at 11 a.m. at the Laconia Christian School, 1386 Meredith Center Road, Laconia.
Burial will be in the family lot in Union Cemetery, Academy Street, Laconia.
For those who wish, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to Laconia Christian School, 1386 Meredith Center Road, Laconia, N. H. 03246.
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 164 Pleasant Street, Laconia, is assisting the family.
For more information and to view an online memorial go to www.wilkinsonbeane.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Doris Mears
Judy Merrill (Aquizap)
September 2, 2011
Dorrie was given so many gifts from God! Her love of her family, babies, children of all sizes, the elderly and everyone in between felt
her kindess, warmth, and comfort!
Dorrie was "love"....and was loved. We all have many memories of Franklin,NH weekly group, and Laconia Christian Fellowship! Blessings to her children and family.
Arthur Butt
September 1, 2011
Every now in then you meet someone in the church that is more than special they carry somthing in them that is a piece of heaven already, something eternal quiet and powerful. Dorrie carried that. To Braunda and I it still sings of heaven. It touched us, our children and our grandchildren and though 40 years it still carries light. Oh for those who bear the kiss of heaven to us and a gifted shoulder for the little ones. Dorrie was such as that. Arthur & Braunda Butt
Carolyn Spaulding
August 31, 2011
Bob gave her a compliment I never forgot "Dorrie is Christianity in action" and that she was Cary and I send our prayers and remembrances to Jeannie and Mike & family.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Linda Bolduc
August 31, 2011
Mike and family, so sorry about your loss, I loved your mom and her smile that was always on her face. She is now rejoicing with your dad and our Lord.
Derek Straight
August 31, 2011
Tammy, Christian, Shane, Ruthie and I all send our prayers to you. May the Lord be with you in the coming days to provide strength during this very difficult time.
Alice I. Melanson
August 31, 2011
To Doris's family, She wasa very wonderful lady. I got know her at LVA. where she lived. My Condolences to the family. Alice I. Melanson
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
Make a Donation
in Doris Mears's name
Memorial Events
for Doris Mears
Funeral services provided by:
Wilkinson-Beane-Simoneau-Paquette Funeral Home164 Pleasant Street P.O. Box 67, Laconia, NH 03246
People and places connected with Doris
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Doris's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Doris Mears's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
