Cara J. Dorris

1993 - 2022

Cara Jade Dorris originally of Glastonbury died tragically on October 14, 2022 after being struck by a hit and run driver. Cara was born on June 8, 1993, the beloved daughter of Amy Magram and Scott Dorris, adored sister of Alana and Liam Dorris. Cara leaves her cherished grandmother Mary Creely Dorris and many loving aunts, uncles and cousins who treasured their time with her. She was predeceased by her grandfathers Lowry Hopson Dorris, Herbert Magram, MD and her grandmother Kathlyn Hartman Magram. A graduate of Brown University, Cara was an author, poet, teacher, and world traveler. Cara lived her life with a sense of adventure and exploration. Cara loved the outdoors and all animals. As a child she worked tirelessly at the Glastonbury Audubon Society. In high school, Cara was a nationally ranked runner and a member of the 2008 Glastonbury Cross Country Team - winners of the New England Championship. She played First Trumpet in numerous bands including the CT All-State Symphonic band and excelled on the debate team. At a very young age, Cara exhibited her gifts as a writer. In high school, Cara's poetry won prizes and appeared in nationally known publications. At Brown University, Cara was an opinion writer for The Brown Daily Herald. Excerpts from her many articles continue to appear nationally and internationally. Her writing has been published in The Jerusalem Post, The Hartford Courant, and The New York Times. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 27, 2022, at 12:30 pm at The Cabin and Gardens at Wickham Park located at 1329 Middle Turnpike West, Manchester, CT. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to "The Cara Jade Dorris Writing Scholarship" c/o JS Dorris 2842 Main Street, Suite 186, Glastonbury, CT 06033. May her memory be a source of strength and a blessing. Funeral arrangements provided by Hebrew Funeral Association, West Hartford. After Thursday the family will observe a private period of mourning.