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Doris ADAIR Obituary
died Wednesday, September 6, 2017. Doris was born to Stanley Cartner Porteous of Ormond, Ontario and Jean Kerr Reid Porteous of West Carron, Scotland on March 6, 1925 in Canton, NY, where she lived until after high school graduation. At 19 years old, Doris left the St. Lawrence Seaway community arriving at Syracuse, NY where 24 year old World War II Army Air Corp Pilot, James Reid Adair was smitten with her. They were married on May 6, 1944, by Reverend E. Miles, First Presbyterian Church of Syracuse, NY. After the war they moved to Washington, DC for employment with the US Department of Treasury as a Special Agent for the Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms Division. Over the years, they had three children, Allan, Carolyn, and Joe, and they were transferred to Miami, Pensacola, Jacksonville, West Palm Beach and on July 3, 1970 to Tampa, where they retired. Doris volunteered in the school clinic, student data entry, costume designer for school plays, PTSA committee member, homeroom mother, and Girl Scout leader. Friend and neighbor, Joyce Becker, founded a group Doris joined making Braille Bibles for third world countries. After a number of years bowling with teammates Joyce Johnson, Karen Robey, and Joanna Schwartz, they were awarded the Crown Jewels 2002-2003 First Place Team "Enterprise" at the Pin Chasers. She enjoyed attending the library book club and Erwin Career and Technical School Flower Arranging courses.
Doris was predeceased by her husband, James R. Adair, of Tampa; brother, Arnold S. Porteous, Star Lake, NY; brother, Walter A. Porteous, Springfield, VA; sister, Eleanor I. Quatro, Cortland, NY; brother-in-law, Albert J. Quatro, Cortland; sister-in-law, Evelyn V. Rylant, Fernandina Beach, FL; brother-in-law, James Rylant, Fernandina Beach, FL; and her nephew, James Rylant Jr., of Jacksonville, FL.
Doris is survived by her son, Allan J. Adair and wife, Sandra, of Rochester, MN; daughter, Carolyn J. Emery and husband, Forrest, Riverview, FL; son, Joseph S. Adair and wife, Geneva, Walker, LA; sister-in-law, Dr. Joyce Dain-Porteous, Clearwater, FL; her nephews, David Porteous and wife, Gay, of Albion, NY, Michael Rylant and wife, Kathy, The Villages, FL, Stanley Porteous of Long Beach, CA.; nieces, Kathy R. Conger and husband, Bill of Fernandina Beach, FL, Cyndy A. Rylant, Jacksonville, FL, Mary Jean Shepherd, Largo FL, Barbara Kline, Corltand, NY, Janice Kulikowsky, Cortland, NY, and Patti Hack, of Corona, CA.
Family will receive friends from 2-5 pm, on Sunday, September 17 at the Blount and Curry Funeral Homes, Oldsmar/West Hillsborough Chapel, 6802 Silvermill Dr., Tampa. A graveside service will be held at 11 am on Monday, September 18 at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue in Bushnell (I-75-Exit 309).
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Florida Sheriffs Youth Ranches, Box 2000, Boys Ranch, FL 32064.
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for Doris ADAIR
October 10, 2017
God needed an Angel in Heaven, to stand at the Savior's feet. His choice must be the rarest, a Lily pure and sweet. He gazed upon the mighty throng, then stopped and picked the best, your Doris was His chosen one, with Jesus now at rest. Doris will be remembered fondly at Chapel in the Pines where she built up the Body of Christ. Old worship bulletins on file have her name mentioned continuously as one prepared to serve others and make things go. We miss Doris. We still reserve a parking space for Carolyn, Forrest and Doris --I suppose out of habit. We thank God for His gifts to us through Doris and how she gave her life to Jesus. We celebrate her life and times. We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the entire family. And we know that we will all be together again as Saints in light joining the angels and archangels in singing eternal praises to Christ our King. On behalf of Chapel in the Pines, Rev Carl R. Lammers
J W
October 2, 2017
My heartfelt sympathies to the family during this difficult time...May your fondest memories bring you joy and may prayers to the God of all comfort strengthen you.
He promises, "I have heard your prayer. I have seen your tears. I am healing you."
(2 Kings 20:5)
September 20, 2017
Doris, You will be missed by all who ever met you. Such a sweet lady. I only knew you briefly in last couple of years at Chapel in the Pines. Your communication with your smile and eyes and few words was a sharing of a kind spirit. You inspired me to come to Church on days when I felt tired or too rushes having to dash off to work at the library. Seeing the love from Carolyn and Forrest and they escorted you in to the Church was the image of pure love. I will hold your image in my memory and always remember your soft hands. Carolyn and Forrest may God Bless you and give you comfort in your grief knowing you honored your Mother and loved her dearly. Sincerely, Judy Maxwell, Elder Chapel in the Pines
Raymond Porteous
September 17, 2017
We were sorry to hear about Doris passing away.We always enjoyed our yearly Porteous family get-togethers in Florida.May God's love surround you at this time.
Raymond and Shirley Porteous
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September 15, 2017
Sincere condolences on the death of your loved one. Look to Almighty God to help you through this distressing time. Find comfort through his Word. (Jeremiah 29:11, 12)
Joyce Becker
September 14, 2017
Doris was a wonderful friend and neighbor. She will be greatly missed and always remembered.
Dallas and Sarah Johnson
September 8, 2017
Joe and Geneva, We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Mrs. Doris. Although we never met her, Joe, your life and values are a tribute to her and your dad and surely the best of both of them lives on in you. May God bless you and your family, and may His Holy Spirit comfort you in your loss.
In sympathy and love,
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