Ethel Marie Ore Doyle, 87, of Virginia, died peacefully Wednesday, Dec. 29, 2021.
She was born July 26, 1934, in Jacksonville, the daughter of Harold and Emma (Jokisch) Ore. She married Donald Lee Doyle on Sept. 2, 1956, at the Virginia United Methodist Church, and he preceded her in death on Nov. 20, 2013.
She is survived by four children, Mike Doyle (Bernadette) of Decatur, Judy Adkins (Jay) of Ashland, Kathy Stoller of Gridley and Joshua Doyle of Virginia; four grandchildren, Shane Adkins (Maggie) of Springfield, Kayse Drennan (Joel) of Forest, VA, and Cole Stoller and Connor Stoller, both of Secor; nine great grandchildren, Nolan and Archer Adkins, Zoey, Ollie and Luna Drennan, and Alex, Aaron, Ava and Kaebri Hoque; and three nephews and one niece, Fred Ore (Debbie), Linda Damotte (Tom), Jim Ore and John Wubker.
She was preceded in death by her brother Edward Ore (surviving wife Beverly of Virginia).
Ethel lived on a farm south of Philadelphia before moving to Virginia at age 15. She was a 1953 graduate of Virginia High School and worked in several restaurants prior to starting her family. She was a life-long member of the Virginia United Methodist Church and helped deliver Bread of Love meals in the Virginia community and served many election day dinners at the church. Ethel especially loved being with family and going camping in their RV to many parts of the country with family and dear friends. She dearly loved to watch her grandchildren in sports and other events. In her own words “My favorite way to spend a day is going to special places with family and friends.” Up until recently, she continued to enjoy car rides with family and the special stops for ice cream.
Ethel was a wonderful soul with a sweet smile and a subtle grin to go with her sense of humor. She was a dedicated homemaker, wife, and mother and had a big heart for animals, particularly the family dogs over the years. Her hobbies included cooking, baking, and gardening. She always had a plate of homemade cookies ready to give for whatever the need.
The family would like to thank everyone at The Estates Senior Living for providing wonderful support and care for their mom in a home environment. It was endearing for the family to see the love and friendship she shared with the small group of residents.
Services were held Monday, January 3, 2022, at the Virginia United Methodist Church in Virginia, with burial at Walnut Ridge. Memorials are suggested to the Virginia United Methodist Church or Cass County Food Pantry.
The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home in Virginia is in charge of
arrangements. Condolences may be sent online at buchanancody.com.
