Doris Eilene Turner, 83 of Decatur went to be with the Lord, at 8:15 p.m., December 15, 2011 in Prairie Rose Health Care Center, Pana, IL.
A service to celebrate Doris’s life will be at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 20, 2011 at Mound Road Christian Church. Interment will be at Hubbartt Cemetery, Beecher City, IL at 2:00 p.m. on December 20, 2011. The family would like to receive friends for a time of visitation from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Monday, December 19, 2011 at Dawson & Wikoff West Wood Street Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be made to Mound Road Christian Church or to the Alzheimer’s Association
Doris was born February 21, 1928 the daughter of James W. and Freda (Sparks) Miller. She was raised on the family farm near Beecher City, IL. She attended Beecher City Church of Christ. She graduated from Cowden High School and Sparks Business College in Shelbyville.
She married the love of her life, Roy Allen Turner on February 27, 1949 in Effingham. Roy and Doris settled in Decatur. They were blessed with two sons: Michael Allen in 1954 and Richard William in 1960. Doy, as she was known by her family, believed that family was second only to her God.
She retired from Millikin National Bank in 1993 and spent several years traveling with friends. She especially enjoyed her trips to Florida. Her friends were a bit concerned as she tackled the traffic in the larger cities. She and several of her friends were known as the Magnificent 7. They enjoyed laughter and meals together.
Roy and Doris helped Mound Road Christian Church grow from a dream. They helped with the construction of the current church building. Doris was a faithful member until her death. She participated in the JOY (Jesus first, Others’ second, Yourself third) activities and classes. She also was part of the women’s group. When help was needed, she was there.
Doris will be greatly missed by her son: Richard William Turner of Decatur; brother: Walter Miller and his wife June of Beecher City, IL; and many nieces, nephews, and other family members and friends.
She was preceded in death by her husband; son, Michael Allen; granddaughter, Natalie, parents; and her sister, Mildred and her husband, Lynn Wood.
Although she slowly faded away from us, we now have the peace of knowing that she is in the loving arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. We will find comfort in her favorite Bible reading: Psalm 23.
. Messages of condolence may be sent to the family at www.dawson-wikoff.com
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| Steve & Cheryl B. |
Remembering all the good times! |
December 19, 2011 |
Rich.
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. We shared so many good times together and I will treasure all of those memories. I know you will too. Cheryl and I will make a memoral gift in your Mom's name to the Mound Road Christian Church, where she introduced us to another wonderful lady, Ruby Welty. Our deepest sympathy,
Steve & Cheryl B.
| Mark & Willette Vest |
Our prayers are with you! |
December 19, 2011 |
Rich,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your mom was a special lady!
| Dan Steffeny |
Prayers from my family to yours |
December 19, 2011 |
Rich,
Very sorry about your loss. My family has many fond memories of Doris.
God's peace and God bless...
Dan, Mickey, Logan and Morgan
| Scott Kirkman |
My prayers are with you |
December 19, 2011 |
Rich:
Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Doris was a great lady, and I was privilaged to get to know her for a short time. I know that this is a difficult time of the year, but have peace that she is in a much more wonderful place to celebrate the birth of Christ. God bless!
Scott Kirkman
Rich:
Our hearts go out to you in your loss. Your mother was a wonderful lady and we were privileged to know her. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that she is forever reunited with your father and brother and her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ!
Scott & Tammy
