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Doris Dorsey Obituary
Doris A. Dorsey passed away February 12, 2011 at the age of 81. She was the daughter of the late Hamlet and Beatrice (Callahan) Mashington.
Doris attended Ursuline Academy then transferred to Wilmington High School in her senior year and graduated in 1946. Following graduation she furthered her education, majoring in accounting and bookkeeping at Goldey Beacom School of Business. Following graduation she worked for the "Hotel Rodney" in Wilmington, DE as their bookkeeper for several years. In 1952 Doris and her husband, Richard C. Dorsey opened and operated Claymont Plumbing and Heating Company until the passing of her husband in 1989.
Doris was a member of the Brandywine Raquette Club where she loved to play tennis until she got sick. She also enjoyed her weekly bridge group and her once a month bridge group along with her times at Sellers Senior Center playing pinochle and bridge. In her spare time she loved knitting, making beautiful afghans and baby sweater sets and reading.
Doris was predeceased in death by her husband Richard C. Dorsey. She is survived by her daughters; Carolann D. Cairo (John), Janice L. Cohen (Robert), five grandchildren; Anthony Manerchia (Melissa), Tracey Yovino (Pete), Carolyn, Jacklyn and Lyndsey Cohen, four great-grandchildren, Louise Bella
Wagner, Anthony and Michael Manerchia, and Sophia Yovino, and her sister Ann Dusseau and niece Dianne Pulles.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Ann's Church, Gilpin & N. Union Streets, Wilmington, Thursday, February, 17 at 10 am. Burial will follow at Cathedral Cemetery, 2400 Lancaster Ave., Wilmington.
In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Scleroderma Foundation Delaware Valley Chapter, 385 Kings Hwy. North, Cherry Prof. Bldg., Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 or Delaware Hospice, 3515 Silverside Rd., Wilmington, DE 19810. DOHERTY
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Diane V Bryson
February 9, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
February 17, 2011
Dear Carolann and Janice,
I was so saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Although many years have come and gone since I have seen and talked with her (and you, too!), know that I will always remember the way she could light up a room with her smile, humor, and optimism. In her eyes, the glass was always half full.
Love and prayers to you.
Your cousin, Sheila (McCullin) Marstiller
February 15, 2011
we at sellers sr. center were sadden to hear of Doris passing. she was a lot of fun ,we will miss her,
Diane (Venable) Bryson
February 15, 2011
Dear Carolann and Janice,
Your Mom was my "second mother". I will always remember the trips that you included me in when we were young.
I will never forget the time your parents visited my Dad when he was in the hospital. They could always make him laugh. I wish that I could be there for you now. Love, Diane
Michele Dorsey Walfred
February 15, 2011
Dear Janice and Carolann, I am so sorry to hear about your mom, and my aunt, "big Doris" as we used to call her to distinguish her height from Al's "little" Doris! I remember her great sense of humor and fun, and my trips as a little girl to your home. I remember her now as this great photo shows, with a big smile and a love of life. Our mothers were great plumber's wives, weren't they?! My prayers and blessings are with you both. Sadly, I have some steep obligations on Thurs or I would be there. Distance separates and time changes us in many ways, but I love my two cousins and pray for your comfort and peace of mind. XO, Michele
February 15, 2011
Carolann and Janice. Sue and I are sorry to read of the passing of your mother Doris. Our prays and thoughts are with you both during this sad time. We are so sorry we are unable to be with you both and the family. We are in Naples,Florida for the winter.Doris always lived her life to the fullest,and that beautiful smile will always be remembered by everyone who knows and loved Doris.
Your Cousins Louis and Sue Di Mascio
February 15, 2011
Dear Carolann and Janice. I am so sorry to hear about your mother. I would be there to give you both my condolences in person but am out of town and it would be difficult to get to DE in time. So please know that I share your sorrow. I loved your mother very much when we were young. Time and circumstances change us but love lasts forever. I'm thinking of you both and send my hugs and love from far away.
Your cousin....Sharon (Mashington) Parkhurst
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