of Conway, AR
January 19, 1928 - December 7, 2017
Doris Lee Palmer, 89, of Conway, went to be with the Lord, Thursday, December 7, 2017. She was born January 13, 1928 in Blytheville, Arkansas to the late Clyde and Mary Cameron. Doris was a long time resident of Blytheville, she graduated from Blytheville High School in 1947, and worked at Blytheville High School many years as Bookkeeper. Doris was a member of St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Blytheville, St. Albert's Catholic Church in Heber Springs, and St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Conway. She was an avid member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Heber Springs and Blytheville, and was an Oblate of Subiaco Abbey. Doris was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, and great grandmother.
Doris is survived by her son, Mike Palmer (Chong O) of Merritt Island, FL, two daughters, Catherine P. Willems (Michael A.) of Searcy, AR, and Edythe Riggs (Roger) of Conway, AR, nine grandchildren, John F. Willems (Rachel Taylor), Nathan M. Willems (Victoria), Joseph C. Willems, 2d Lt Suzanna Jean Palmer, Jamie Sue Palmer, Faith Chong Palmer, Joo Hee ''Angel'' Kim, Andrew D. Riggs (Laura), Alison Riggs Austin (Ryan), and one great grandchild, Lucas Daniel Riggs, sister, Charlene Clark, and many more nieces, nephews, family and friends.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and husband of 40 years, John M. Palmer, brother, McKinley Cameron, and sister, Betty Newlin.
Rosary will begin Monday, December 11, 2017 at 6PM and visitation will follow until 8PM at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Conway. Mass of Christian Burial will be 10:00 AM Tuesday, December 12, 2017 at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Interment following at Crestlawn Memorial Park.
Edie and family - I'm sorry, I just now read of your mother's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. You did so much to help your mom! God will bless you abundantly for being the daughter you were. You are loved and I think of you often. May God bless you, Eric
To Doris' family,
Doris was so special to me and I will truly miss visiting with her. I loved her stories about growing up and her travels. I will also miss her beautiful smile. Doris loved the Lord so much and I know He is so happy to receive such a beautiful angel into his love and care.
Oh Cathy! You are all up in my heart and soul right now. I'm so sorry about your mom! Prayers for all. Take good care girl.â¤ï¸
To the family and friends of Doris Lee Palmer,
My deepest sympathy to you all. May the God of all comfort give you strength until the day iis realized on seeing your dear love ones again. (John 5:28,29)
Losing one's mother is hard, even with the knowledge that she will never have pain again and will never be forgotten. Remember her smile, her kind heart, and how many people loved her. Aunt Doris was such a wonderful lady. She will be greatly missed.
God give you all strength and comfort during this time. Prayers to you all. She was a wonderful lady..
Prayers for comfort for Edie and family. May God comfort you in the coming days.
My great aunt leaves this earth with nothing but fond. memories from me growing up and visiting her and uncle John and her children in Blytheville. Loved as we grew older she moved closer to us. I will be forever grateful for the role she played in my mothers life and helping her to become the Godly wife and mother she is today.
We will miss you Aunt Doris. Love from the Dorsey Family