Phyllis Jane Dorr

1926 - 2017

Phyllis Jane Dorr obituary, 1926-2017

BORN

1926

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Memorial Oaks Funeral Home & Cemetery

13001 Katy Fwy

Houston, Texas

Phyllis Dorr Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 15, 2017.

Phyllis Jane Dorr of Houston, Texas died on June 14, 2017. She was almost 91 years young and thankfully and joyfully lived life.

Phyllis graduated Magna Cum Laude from Oakland University in Michigan after which she enjoyed a long life in a happy marriage, parenting, teaching, mentoring, cherishing friendships, volunteerism, world travel and long companionship with daughter Jane and the comfort of her wonderful pets. She was a teacher both in Michigan and Houston and volunteered for the Children's Museum and then worked at the Museum of Health and Medical Science. Phyllis had an inexhaustible desire for knowledge whether from books, lectures, exhibits, classes, museums and discussion groups. Phyllis conducted her life with grace and humor.

She leaves behind her beloved daughter Jane Ellyn Vallier of Houston, and stepdaughters Judie Homer, Linda Dorr and Linda's husband Ken Burkel.
Phyllis now joins the love of her life Robert John Dorr, who died on July 25, 1987. She is also predeceased by her mother, Alma May Phillips, father Donald Floyd Kale, sister Patricia Alice Kale and Aunt Alice Phillips.

Interment will be at Memorial Oaks Cemetery, Houston, Tx. A celebration of Life Memorial is being planned for the near future at Westminster United Methodist Church in Houston.

If you wish to make a charitable donation in Phyllis's name, her favorite causes were the dogs, cats and other animals that need our help.

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September 3, 2017

anne lightsey

Hi Jane, I just ran across a card your mother sent me in 2005 when my mother passed. That card sent me to google to see if I could find Phyllis. What I found was this guest book. I loved and respected your mother. We meet when she chose to volunteer at the Post Oak Y where I worked. She was a great partner in crime and a great friend. And if there is anything that I know, it is that she loved you and was so proud of you and delighted to be with you. I hope you are safe in Houston during this very difficult time for our city. Love, Anne Lightsey

July 19, 2017

Sue & Andy Heydon

Dear Jane,

So sorry to hear of your loss. Phyllis' life long passion for learning and education was an inspiration to us and to the many lives she touched. She was a most remarkable woman and we cherish the kindness she showed us and the example she set for us. Our thoughts are with you.

July 16, 2017

Karen Holleyhead

Sincere sympathy, Linda, on the loss of your dear loved one. Please if you read this, Sharon Werlin Staton and I worked with you, Linda, back in the late 1960's at Hycel, and we would love to reconnect with you. Sharon's number is 713-823-2233 and mine is 713-254-3109. I have thought of you over the years many times. God bless the entire family, sincere condolences. Karen Beatty Holleyhead

June 25, 2017

As you remember your beloved one, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in May God be your strength in this time of sorrow Matthew 5:4 "Happy are those who mourn since they will be comforted."
My deepest sympathies. May the "God of all comfort," help to ease the pain of your grief during this time.(1 Cor 1:3,4 (fla)

June 24, 2017

Qiana James

My deepest condolences for the loss of your dear Phyllis. May Jehovah God be with your family and give you the strength you need to get through this.

June 20, 2017

Patty Adams

Jane,
So very sorry to hear of Phyllis' passing. She was an amazing lady and I am grateful for her friendship. The time we shared at the museum was a great time for me. I will always remember her great sense of humor. It was very special to me that she and I got to talk last week.
Patty Adams

June 20, 2017

LEWIS

DEAR DORR FAMILY:MAY YOU LEAN ON GOD AT THIS TIME.AS YOU SEEK HIM, YOU WILL FIND HE IS NOT FAR FROM EACH OF US (ACTS 17:27).

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