Doris C. Flowers

Chesapeake - Doris Christine ("Lil Doris"), of the 1000 Block of Matthews Drive, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 30, 2015. She was born October 27, 1952 in Chesapeake, VA to Doris C. Owens Parson & the late James Parson. She was the sixth child of eight and was the glue that kept us all together. Doris attended Norfolk Public Schools and graduated from Norfolk State University with an undergraduate degree in Social Work. She worked for more than 18 years with the Head Start Program and retired with over 20 years of service from Norfolk Department of Human Services. Besides her father, she was also preceded in death by her brother James A Parson & a sister Brenda J. Powell.

In the 1970's, Doris received Jesus as her Savior and the PRAISE was on! She was a praiser, prayer warrior and a student of the Word of God. Her works and faith was alive and made her a lover and helper of people.

Doris served at Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church where she was very active. She was not only active in her church, but Doris was active serving and ministering in the surrounding communities.

To cherish Doris's memory are her husband of 43 yrs., Jesse Flowers; 2 daughters, Tonya Flowers- Johnson (Earnest) and Jessica Flowers; 5 grandsons: Terrell Flowers, Tre'shawn Flowers, Daniel Flowers, Kumasi Johnson, Cameron Flowers; mother, Doris C. Parson; mother-in- law, Bertha May Flowers; two brothers, Harry (Thelma) and Anthony Parson; three sisters: Henrietta Foreman (Jasper), Nancy Miller and Patricia Parson; Godmother, La Doris Hayslett; aunts, Gladys Bailey, Nora Parson, Helen Hogan; 5 sister-in-laws; 6 brother-in-laws; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and very close friends.

Viewing will began 3:00 p.m. Friday, April 3, 2015 at Fitchett-Mann Funeral Services; 1146 Rodgers St., Ches. The family will be at the funeral home on Friday from 5-7 p.m. to receive guest and friends. A "Homegoing Celebration" will be held on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at Noon in Gethsemane Community Fellowship Baptist Church; 1317 E. Brambleton Ave., Norfolk. Burial will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park. Condolences can be offered to the family at www.fitchettmannfuneralservices.com Danielle M. Fitchett-Mann, Funeral Director

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 3, 2015.

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Deborah Carr

April 4, 2015

Oh my Lord!!! This is such a shock!!! I remember going to prayer breakfasts. Awesome services I would encounter!!! Lord have mercy on the Parsons and Flower families....have mercy on all the brothers and sisters...Lord hold Mother Parson close to You as she goes through this season in Jesus Name!!

Annie Perry

April 4, 2015

"To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord," we will miss her but this is the day she has been preparing for. Her 'Greater' has come and she is back where she belong at home. Annie Perry

April 4, 2015

I will miss my dear sister. Doris, I will miss your caring and loving ways. You gave so much to others and loved all. This legacy will continue in Jessica and Tonya.

Clifton Hayes Sr.

April 4, 2015

May this family find the comfort and peace that only comes through the power of the Holy Spirit. In Jesus Name, AMEN!

Clifton and Carolyn Hayes

Mary Allen Parker

April 4, 2015

Dear Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Love,
Mary and Evelyn Allen Parker, Carolyn Odom Butler, and rest of Doris' friends from Booker T. Washington High School

Cheryl Hunt

April 3, 2015

Jesse and family...so sorry for your loss.....thoughts and prayers to you and your family....Fondly Cheryl

Carolyn Brooks

April 3, 2015

To Jessica and family, May God give you the comfort, strength and peace during this time. Just know that God never leaves us He is always with us. You will be in my prayers.

Clifton Wood, Jr.

April 3, 2015

"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal." I was deeply sadden to learn of the "Homegoing" of my sister in Christ, Doris Flowers. Her extreme compassion for her fellowman and her canny sense of humor shall forever remain prevalent in my mind. My sincere prayer is that the God we serve shall render the family comfort and peace during this challenging time.

Doris, Frankie,Carl & Payton

Vivian&Payton Bailey

April 3, 2015

Jesse, Tonya, Jessica & family, our prayers are with you for the lost of your wife, mother, sister, auntie! Lil Doris my cousin was an Angel sent from heaven, very positive and a helpful servant...she loved the LORD! Lil Doris will be truly missed...May she RIP! Love Vivian,Payton & sons

April 2, 2015

Our prayers go out to the family.
God will give you the strength you need.
WITH Deepest Sympathy.

Elder Linwood and Carolyn Baker

April 2, 2015

Jesse I am so sorry to hear of Doris passing , sending you and your family prayers.

Sheryl Harts

April 2, 2015

My condolences to all the family. Doris was a woman of faith since the day I met her in the early days that we worshipped together. She brought a smile not only to my face but to my heart whenever we ran into one another. Heaven has gained a unique and special soul!

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