Melitta Doran

Melitta Doran (née Tober) of Parma, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025, at the age of 94, comforted by the love of her family.

She was the devoted wife of the late Donald T. Doran and a beloved mother to Karen Williams (Rodney), Kathleen Capka (James), and Timothy (Susan). She was a proud Mimi/Grandma to seven - Robin (Adam), Benjamin (Lorean), Aspen (Wade), Jacob (Madelaine), Joseph (Muriel), Tess (John), and Nate, as well as a great-grandmother to Wesley.

Melitta immigrated to the United States from Germany in 1951 where she met her future husband Donald. She was one of three siblings and also an aunt, sister-in-law, cousin, and friend to many. She was a lifelong Lutheran who found joy in her faith, her family, and her home. Melitta loved reading, baking, cooking, and crocheting, and she honored her German heritage through the recipes, customs, and values she passed down to her children and grandchildren. Melitta also enjoyed her volunteer time at the local senior center and her working days at Sears & Roebuck, where she made many cherished friendships. Above all, she treasured the time she was able to spend with her children and grandchildren, and she took great pride in creating a warm and welcoming home.

Melitta's memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. May her legacy bring comfort and peace to her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be forwarded to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38101. MEMORIAL GATHERING AT BABITT-BUSCH FUNERAL HOME, 9350 RIDGE ROAD, NORTH ROYALTON, FROM 5:00 PM UNTIL THE TIME OF THE MEMORIAL SERVICE AT 6:30 PM FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 2025. Cremation by Busch Crematory.

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