of Yellville, AR
October 23, 1952 - April 8, 2023
Debra Ann (Gary) Doshier, age 70, of Yellville, Arkansas passed away at home on April 8th, 2023
Debra was born October 23, 1952 in Camilla, Georgia to Joseph Leslie Gary and Mazie Lee (Cranford) Gary. She married Phillip Doshier on December 23, 1983 in Columbus, Georgia. She had a variety of positions in her working career including: AT&T operator, Bank Teller, Accounts Receivable clerk, Merchandiser, Church Secretary at two different churches, Insurance Agent for AFLAC and Woodmen Life, as well as Marion County Treasurer. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Yellville.
She loved fishing, camping, her chickens and dogs, the farm animals, the beach, traveling and snow. She was a passionate sports fan. Her professional teams were the Atlanta Braves baseball and Atlanta Falcons football. She cheered for the University of Georgia sports programs, but had become a die hard Razorback. She watched and cheered for both men's and women's sports almost anytime they were on. She played softball for years and coached ball for her children. But what she was most passionate about was her family. She had a few close friends that she had special relationships with, some since childhood.
Debra is survived by her husband, Phillip Doshier of the home; her son, William Eric Dowis of Ball Ground, Georgia; her daughter, Ansley Nicole Fort of Cumming, Georgia; her son, Matthew Tyler Doshier of the home; her mother, Mazie Lee (Cranford) White of Columbus, Georgia; brothers, Joe Gary of Phenix City, Alabama, James Gary, of Phenix City, Alabama; sisters, Betty Smart, of Auburn, Alabama, Angela Wills of Columbus, Georgia; three grandchildren, Kaitlynn Macready of Lagrange, Georgia, Casson Hawker and Bently Hawker of Cumming, Georgia; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her father.
Visitation will be 10:00-11:00 am Friday, April 14, 2023 at First Baptist Church in Yellville.
Funeral service will follow at 11:00 am at First Baptist Church with Bro. Rick Pyron officiating.
Interment will follow at Layton Cemetery in Yellville.
Pallbearers will be Richard Grissum, Kenny Lewis, Justin Hurst, Doug Locke, Doug Wilson and David Dyess.
Honorary pallbearers will be Alecia Owen, Traci Lewis and her grandchildren.
Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville.
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13 Condolence(s)
Karen Bell Rivera
Thursday, April 20, 2023
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Jeff and Tammy Piotrowski
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
Phillip and family, we are so sorry for your loss.
Roger Gilley
Friday, April 14, 2023
Phillip, so sorry for your loss.
Colby Harris
Friday, April 14, 2023
My deepest sympathy and condolences Phillip, Matt, and family. Debra was always very sweet, kind, and welcoming. Continued thoughts and prayers for your family.
Jim Hampton
Thursday, April 13, 2023
I will miss seeing my neighbor and fellow Georgian tend her cattle on the other side of Crooked Creek . . . a daily pastoral scene that my wife and I never tire of.
My most sincere condolences to Phillip, Verl, Betty and the rest of the family. I pray that His peace that passes all understanding will envelope you all! Jim
Marc & Jan Doshier
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss of Debra. She is a wonderful companion and friend. She will be greatly missed. She is now safe with our lord. I pray for the family and friends for healing and comfort.
Daryl Doshier
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
So sad to hear about the loss of Debra. My thoughts and Prayers are with Phillip, Matt, Verl, Betty, the rest of the Doshiers and all of Debra's family. I always looked forward to seeing Debra when I went to Yellville. She was always so funny and full of spunk, loved hanging out with her. I Love You Guys... Daryl...
Gary and Jane Clark
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
We cannot think of Debra without smiling. Her spunk and wit were always evident. We are glad she came into our lives.
Words cannot lessen the tremendous loss Phillip and the entire family feel right now. Please know that we send our sincere condolences.
Gary and Jane
John & Kathie Doshier
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
We enjoyed visiting Debra and family while in Yellville on numerous occasions of spending vacation in Arkansas. We send our prayers and sympathy to Phillip and all the family.
Lucia Yates
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
My condolences to all of Debra’s family. My thoughts and prayers to all. I have known Debra since our high school days and she was loved by so many. She loved her family and her heaven on earth, the Doshier farm.
brenda f tietgen
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
My deepest sympathy to Philip, Eric, Ansley and Matthew for the loss of your beloved wife and mother. She was my friend for many, many years since I coached Ansley along with my brother n law. Debra loved her family and friends.
I will always cherish our friendship. Love, Brenda F. Tietgen
Donna Benton Treat
Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Prayers to the family
Andy & Delora Crawford
Tuesday, April 11, 2023
Phillip, Matthew, Ansley, and Eric,
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Debra always made me feel special. I have many warm memories of her. One of my favorite memories is of the "debut" she hosted when Reese was born to give the extended family an opportunity to meet him. It was a lovely party. Her kindness meant so much to me then and will never be forgotten.
You are all in our prayers.
Delora and Andy