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Doris Marie McInvale, age 89, of Avon Park, Florida, passed away Sunday, March 1, 2020 at her home. She was born July 30, 1930 in Wauchula, Florida to James B. and Lelia (Scott) Sikes. She was a Food Service Worker for the Highlands County Schools for 30+ years, Girl Scout Leader with Troop 67, Den Mother for Boy Scouts, and a member of First Baptist Church of Avon Park where she served as a GA Leader. She was also a volunteer at Florida Hospital Heartland as a Pink Lady where she had logged 9000 hours and had been a lifelong resident of Avon Park, Florida. Doris is survived by her Children - Janet Tindell (Ricky) of Avon Park, FL; Virgil McInvale (Teresa) of Sebring, FL; 5 Grandchildren; 10 Great Grandchildren; and 1 Great Great Grandson. She is preceded in death by her Parents; Husband – Clarence “Mac” McInvale; and Sister – Louise Hughes. Funeral services will be held Friday, March 6, 2020 at 3:00 PM at the First Baptist Church of Avon Park with the family receiving friends beginning at 2:00 PM. She will be laid to rest in Bougainvillea Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shepherd Hospice, 1110 Hammock Road, Sebring, FL 33870 or First Baptist Church, 100 N. Lake Avenue, Avon Park, FL 33825.
Services entrusted to:
Stephenson-Nelson Funeral Home
111 East Circle Street
Avon Park, FL 33825
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John Diamond
March 6, 2020
Doris you have been a shinning light in my life since the day I moved in as your neighbor 20 years ago that turned into a friendship and love that is so rare these days.Everyday as I look across the street I will remember what a very special and loving Lady you were and I will miss you so.Rest in Peace Dear Friend. Janet,Virgil and family May God guide and keep you during this time and always.
Beverly Bostick
March 4, 2020
My sincere sympathy Janet and to the remainder of the family. May your memories comfort you and may our Heavenly Father wrap His loving arms around you as you go through this next chapter of your life. Prayers
Jim&Sue Kimmel
March 4, 2020
Our hearts go out to Virgil & Teresa and all the family. May you have the most wonderful memories to warm your hearts. Prayers, love and hugs.
Linda Cunniff
March 4, 2020
My sincere sympathy to my old friends at the passing of your mother, grandmother and great- grandmother. Love to you all.
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Shannon
March 3, 2020
What I would give to have one more visit with her. Thank you, God, for allowing her to be my Granny!!
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