Doris McCormick Templeton's Obituary


Templeton, Doris G., August 21, 2003, age 92, beloved wife of the late Robert Templeton: loving mother of Glenda (Ken) Gross, Robert B. (Sharon) Templeton, Karole (Bob) Rathouz, Laurie (David) Myers, Bonnie (Bill) Comer & the late Joanne Templeton: dear grandmother of Judy (John) Norman, Michael (Phyllis) Gross, Tammy (Dwayne) Smith, Tracy (Craig) Hoefer, Tanya Lindhorst, Christopher Rathouz, Marc (Tammy) Rathouz, Bryan Rathouz, David (Amy) Myers II, Kyle Comer & Kasey (Brian Schmitt, “Big Grandma” of Sarah, Stewart & Leah Norman and Zachary & Madeline Gross, Great-Grandmother of Amber and Sharon Smith, Taylor & Alex Lindhorst, Abby & Regan Rathouz & David Myers III. Cherished sister of Lois (John) Templeton & Marion (the late Earle) Rossier: our dear Aunt, Great-Aunt, sister-in-law, mother-in-law, cousin &friend to many. She had worked tirelessly for many organizations including Epworth Children Family Services, Kingdom House & the United Methodist Church. She was a charter resident of Friendship Village West for the past 28 years. Her last week was made easier under the care of Am-Heart Hospice. Her love was limitless, her laugh infectious and her attitude optimistic. She took pleasure in small, hugs from grand-kids, visits from loved ones and rooting for her beloved Cardinals. Each moment spent with her was a blessing, a gift from God, and a time to build memories that will live in our hearts forever. We take comfort in knowing she is reunited with all those she loved who preceded her in death. We have lost the heart of our family but Heaven has received a very special gift. In a private service her ashes will be interred at Laurel Hill Memorial Gardens. Please join us for a celebration of her life, Saturday Sept. 13th,  2pm in the Convocation Hall at Friendship Village West, 15201 Olive Blvd. 63017. If desired contributions can be made in Epworth Children & Family Services 110 N. Elm Ave. Webster Grove, Mo. 63119 or to Kingdom House 1321 S. 11th St. St. Louis Mo. 63104.