Dorris Y. DeFino
July 20, 2013
Dorris Yvonne DeFino, of Des Moines, passed away at Regency Care Center in Norwalk on Saturday, July 20, 2013 with her loving family by her side. Dorris was born on July 23, 1925 in Des Moines to Gladys (Bouma) and Carl Robbins.
Dorris graduated from Lincoln High School in 1943. Dorris retired in 1987, after many years of dedicated service as a secretary for the Des Moines Public School System. She was a long time member of St. Anthony Catholic Church, the Altar and Rosary Society and the Quilter’s Club.
Those left to cherish her memory are her children, Toni Eilbert, Suzanne (Thomas) Dose, Michael (Kathy) DeFino and Charles (Julie) DeFino; ten grandchildren, Yvette, Deneen, Brandi, Ashlee (Kevin), Justin (Heather), Elise (Brian), Logan, Jeremy (Janelle), Nick (Kaily), and Anthony (Jessica); fifteen great-grandchildren (plus one on the way), Connor, Margo, Cole, Cason, Sierra, Lauren, Briana, Dominick, Danielle, Kennede, Seth, Kobe, Bianca, Giada, Callan and Alexandria; and a host of other family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Mildred M. Thompson and her son in-law, Richard Eilbert.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 3, 2013 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 15 Indianola Road. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to St. Anthony Catholic Church in memory of Dorris.
On-line condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
MIKEY
07/22/2017
CAME OUT TO SEE YOU TODAY MOM. SANG HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YA. CANNOT BELIEVE IT HAS BEEN 4 YEARS. MISS YA SO MUCH. LOVE YA!
MIKEY
04/27/2014
WELL MOM. WE SPREAD YOUR ASHES TODAY. WE MADE YOUR LAST REQUEST A DREAM COME TRUE. SO YOU ARE OUT WHERE THE BUFFALO ROAM, AND THE PRAIRIE WINDS BLOW. WE ALL TOASTED YOU WITH A SHOT OF BAILEY'S. ROBERT DUVALL SAID IT BEST IN LONESOME DOVE. " WE ARE ALL HERE, FOR A SHORT TIME ON EARTH, SOME SHORTER THAN OTHERS" I THINK YOU HAD A GOOD LIFE MOM. YOU LEFT A GREAT IMPRESSION ON EVERYONE YOU TOUCHED. YOU ARE TRULY MISSED. ALL MY LOVE FOREVER. MIKEY
Suzie
09/28/2013
Well mom it been 68 days and it's not any easier thinking about the fact that you are not here. I know you are in the most amazing place but for me it is pure hell on earth not having you here with us. I talk to you constantly and keep praying to hear your voice. I wish I had kept a recording of your voice. Miss you now and forever, Me!!!
MIKEY
08/01/2013
MOM, ROBERT DUVALL SAID IT BEST IN THE MOVIE "LONESOME DOVE" , ( YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE ) IT'S BEEN ONE HELL OF A PARTY! HAPPY TRAIL'S TO YOU, UNTIL WE ALL MEET AGAIN! LOVE YA. MIKEY
Kathy
08/01/2013
Ma where do I begin? I couldn't have asked for a better mother-in-law. You taught me so many things and it breaks my heart knowing I won't be able to pick up the phone and ask your advice on them. I'll miss making meatballs, crocheting, cross stitching and needlepoint with you but most of all just having you out on the weekends. You will never leave my heart and as you would always say 'have a good day whatever you do". Love you always.
Sue
07/31/2013
Well momma I'm counting once again on you to take my hand and walk me through this unbelievable nightmare. How do I say good bye to such a huge part of my life I know you took a piece of each of us with you when you left. My mind tells me you are in a better, more beautiful place, but my heart is breaking and being torn into so many pieces. .I know our lives from this moment on will be forever changed. You were the glue momma. Please know that you are with me every second and moment, and hour of every day. My consolation is that I'll be seeing you in ALL the old familiar places as you always would tell me. Forever and Always.
Alice(Palmer) Woods
07/25/2013
We are so sorry to hear about your wonderful Mon. I always looked forward to seeing her at the beauty shop. May God bless you all? Love Alice and Larry Woods.
Mike & Maxine Flaherty
07/24/2013
We are so sorry for the lose of your wonderful Mother. We both loved Dorris, and enjoyed seeing her at Mass. She was always pleasant, always had such a sweet, pretty smile. Our families go way back, and I have such fond memories of those growing up days with all of you. May God bless, and be with each of you in the days ahead. Hugs, Prayers & Love, Mike & "Mackie" (that is what your Mother called me)!
Mary(Shaw)Murphy
07/23/2013
Toni, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a sweet lady. Loved visiting with her at the store. Prayers are with you all.
Barb Kovats Tuttle
07/22/2013
Toni - I was so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. You, your mom, and your family have my prayers during this very difficult time. Barb
Sondra (Sonnie) Robbins
07/22/2013
I know she is being cradled in God's loving arms. Love and prayers to the family and friends. Big hug!
Chris Schoen & Julie Wood
07/22/2013
Chuck, Julie, Nick, Tony and Families: We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Please know you have our deepest thoughts and prayers during this time. If we can do anything, please let us know. We love you all.
Pat and Deang lafferty
07/22/2013
A warm loving mom.. Treated everyone like family.. Knows everyone's parents/children.. Always gracious.. We're missing you sweetheart.. Love to the Defino's from Asia .. The lafferty's
Ashlee
07/21/2013
How do you say goodbye to such a beautiful and amazing person! Nani life will be so forever changed without you but you left us full of love full of memories and we will carry you in our hearts forever. I know your at peace now and smiling down on us! I love you beyond measure!
Julie Antenucci
07/21/2013
To The family of Doris: She left a memory in my life. I pray and hope she has risen in the arms of of the angels to where we all aspire to be.