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Doris Mann DeVol

Doris DeVol Obituary

Doris Mann DeVol, 91, of Pittsboro, North Carolina, passed away on January 27, 2026. Born and raised in Washington, DC, she spent most of her life there before later moving to North Carolina.
Doris was a devoted wife and loving mother of six. Her family was the center of her world and the greatest joy of her life.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert A. DeVol, and her sister, Betty Kelly.
She is survived by her sister, Marcia Miller (Tim); her children: Matthew DeVol, Mark DeVol, Donna Kramer, Susan Kenny (Jim), Mike DeVol (Laura), and David DeVol. She also leaves behind her cherished grandchildren: Justin and Robert Kenny; Cameron Pulley; Meredith Kramer; Mimi Kramer; Sarah DeVol; Brian DeVol; Samson DeVol; Simon DeVol; and Tess DeVol. Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren: Natalie and Hailey Kenny, Charlene Pulley, and Sylvia Fowler.
A small graveside service will be held at Quantico National Cemetery at a future date, where she will be laid to rest with her beloved husband, Bob.
She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 1, 2026.

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