Doris Taylor
October 28, 2010
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Doris Taylor was born October 28, 1952, to Dean & Irene Lohr in Corydon, Iowa. She died on October 27, 2010, at her home in Des Moines at 57 years of age one day prior to her birthday. Doris retired from Child Support Recovery and was employed as a Legislative Clerk for the State of Iowa, she worked as an usher at the Civic Center of Des Moines and taught piano lessons to her neighborhood children. At an early age Doris accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior and remained active and close to her church. She had taught Sunday School. Doris was involved in politics and was a past Vice Chair Person for the Iowa Democratic Party.
Services will be on Monday, November 1st at her church, Windsor United Methodist Church at 63rd & University Avenue, at 1:30 PM. Visitation will be on Sunday, Oct. 31st at Windsor UMC from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Cremation will follow the service with a private family burial at a later date.
Doris was preceded in death by her parents, and her husband, Robert A. Taylor. She is survived by her loving cat, Socks; three sisters, Frances Sales, Phyllis (Gary) Hill, Martha (Bob) Dutton; her nieces and nephew, Teresa Chafa, Debbie Paulin, Todd Sales and Becky Thomton; her parents-in-law, Glenn & Norma Taylor and their families.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to U.M.C.O.R., United Methodist Church Organization Relief.
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Carolyn Kerkhoff
11/02/2010
Doris and I shared rides to Carroll when she and Rob lived in Manning. I worked at Crouse Cartage and some days where tougher than others as I had a very demanding supervisor. She would always say, "Did you take your tough pill today?".
We went on icy roads many mornings and after a heavy rain, Highway 71 was flooded and was closed. Instead of turning around and going back to Manning, Doris decided to go over a bridge with the raging river flowing rapidly below us and just said, "Let's pray nothing happens." We made it to work on time taking a few miles of country roads.
Doris was a very wonderful person and I'm glad she was part of my life for the short time we rode together. We had a lot of good talks and shared many things in our lives. She was a good listener and a good conselor. I will cherish my memories.
Mary Stuhr
11/01/2010
My condolences. My late husband Dave & I knew Doris & Rob
when we all lived in MAnning. They gave us our first cat, Apple, fro
one of their litters.
Lynna Miller
11/01/2010
My sympathy to Doris's family & other friends. I was an art student of Rob's when he taught at the Manning High School so most of you probably don't have any idea who I am. I was Lynna Andresen back then; my friend Donna (Herbers) Hacker & I enjoyed Mr. Taylor's classes-he even added a third level of drawing & painting just for us. I was his teacher's assistant one semester & we always helped with setting up art shows. When we met Doris, we all became good friends & enjoyed her company as much as Rob's. We remained close even after graduation. In recent years, our only contact was an occassional Christmas card but she has always remained close at heart even after Rob's death. I am saddened to hear of her sudden passing. The Lord bless you & comfort you during this time of grief. We share in your loss. Lynna & Jay Miller, Manilla, Iowa.
Judy Christensen
10/31/2010
It has been my privilege to be a classmate of Doris for the past two years in the School for Lay Ministry. Although I did not know her well, it was evident that she was strong in her faith for Christ. She will be missed immensely by her classmates as we complete our final year. My sincere sympathy and prayers for comfort go out to her family.
Love, In Christ,
Judy Christensen
Jerry Huffine
10/31/2010
My deepest sympathy to all, Francis, Phyllis and Martha at this time at the passing of Doris you dear sister. She will be missed and the memories from our childhood with your whole family are good memories. Remember all the good times and my prayers will be with your whole family.
Kim Brouse
11/01/2010
Doris, we will miss. God has another angel. My heart goes out to the family and all who have been blessed by God loving spirit.
Rest in peace,
Kim Brouse
Cassie Furlong
10/30/2010
Doris was an amazing person to work with, she made everyone's day a little better, and I know she will be greatly missed by all of her friends at the capitol. I was very blessed to have gotten to know her over the last few years and I send my deepest sympathies to her family including Socks.
Vicki Engh
10/30/2010
Doris was such a special lady. She and I were on a "Walk to Emmaus" team in Cedar Rapids a couple of years ago. Doris was always positive and loving, and she will be greatly missed.
Rich & Debbie Sychra
10/30/2010
What a loss for all of us! Doris was so energetic, willing to help out and had such a positive attitude. I have many fond memories of her at St. John's. Our thoughts and prayers are with Frances and other family members. She will be greatly missed.
Julie (Warren) Eckles
10/30/2010
I am so sorry to hear of Doris's passing. Doris was a wonderful person. She will be missed. I have many fond memories of Doris. My sympathy to all of you, Frances, Phyllis, Martha and your families. Julie
Mary Jo Shriver McCabe
10/29/2010
So sorry to hear of the loss of Doris my prayers are with the family as
you go thru this time of sorrow
Marilyn Burley
10/29/2010
So sorry to hear about Doris. May her family find comfort in their love and memories, and know that friends are sending prayers on their behalf. With my sincere sympathy.
Marvin and Dottie (Warren) McKelvy
10/29/2010
What a shock I had when I got an e-mail from Linda Rhoads Scott that Doris had passed away. My prayers and sympathy are out to you girls (Frances, Phyllis, Martha and families). May you find comfort in knowing that she is in Heaven. I know that her church was very important to her and that she is "home". Jesus definitely has made a place for her in his mansion. May God grant you peace.