Doris La-June Smith's Obituary
Doris La-June Smith, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at her Coweta residence on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the age of 91.
Born on October 1, 1932, in Texas, Doris was the cherished daughter of Edwin and Josephine (Zeller) Lynch. Her academic excellence was evident from a young age, as she was the valedictorian of her junior high school in Midland, Texas. Doris continued her education, attending the University of Tulsa, where she took classes in English, writing, and business. She later graduated from Central High School in Tulsa, where her intelligence and dedication to learning were evident throughout her life.
Doris met the love of her life, Jimmie, on a blind date at a cookout. They were married on May 10, 1957, in Tulsa and shared 65 wonderful years of marriage until Jimmie's passing in 2022. Doris was a devoted wife, always by Jimmie's side as he participated in Masonic activities at the Akdar Shrine. She was an active supporter of their events, especially the Circus, their largest fundraiser.
Content in the simplicity of life, Doris found joy in her home, where she spent many happy hours tending to her vegetable garden, canning, and crocheting. Doris placed her faith in Jesus Christ. Family was her greatest treasure. Soft-spoken and kind, Doris was known for her warm, giving nature and her willingness to help anyone in need. Her role as a peacekeeper in the family was unmatched, and her presence brought comfort and love to all who knew her.
Doris is survived by her three children: Cathy-Jo Thompson, Deena Chappell and husband, Mike, and Steven Smith and his fiance, Marta; her beloved grandchildren: Kimmie Roberts and husband, Patrick, Brandon Chappell and wife, Chloe, Candace Terry and husband, Jeff, Nathan Chappell and wife, Rachel, Josh Chappell and wife, Mikayla, Jamie Thompson and fiance', Stephen Oaks, Tait Smith, and Emma Smith; and her great-grandchildren: Terran and Owen Terry, Patrick Jr. and Katie Roberts, and Charlotte Hope Chappell. She was preceded in death by her parents and her sister, Joyce.
A memorial service to celebrate Doris' life will be held 11 AM Saturday, September 7, 2024 in the Rivercrest Chapel of Bixby-South Tulsa Funeral Service.
Doris La-June Smith's legacy of love, warmth, and sacrifice will continue to live on in the hearts of her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
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