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Doris Virginia Dolan

Date of Death: June 17, 2012

Doris V. Dolan

Doris Virginia Brinkman Dolan, 91, of Winchester, Virginia, died Sunday, June 17, 2012, in Winchester Medical Center.

Mrs. Dolan was born in Cumberland, Maryland, the daughter of the late Theodore Frederick and Anna Grace Jolley Brinkman. She was a graduate of Fort Hill High School in Cumberland.

A member of Wesley United Methodist Church in Winchester, Mrs. Dolan served as Sunday School Superintendent for 25 years, taught Sunday School, was a member of the Wesley Choir, served on the Administrative Council and was Vice President of United Methodist Women.

For many years, Mrs. Dolan studied the art of painting and left many examples of her work.

She married Ronald Smith Dolan on December 24, 1940 in Winchester, Virginia.

Surviving with her devoted husband, are two daughters, Deborah Ann Dolan Silvester and husband James, of Stephens City, Nancy Lorraine Dolan Walsh and husband Philip of Winchester; four grandchildren, Adam Walsh of Shreveport, Louisiana, Katherine Silvester of Tucson, Arizona, Jonathan and Nicholas Silvester of Stephens City, Great granddaughter, Madison Silvester of Strasburg; nieces, Mary Jane Bayliss of Winchester, JoAnn Patterson of Frederick County, Dee Dee Brown of Whitacre and Mariah McCarthy of Frederick County; nephews, Frederick and Harold Jacobs of Cumberland, Maryland, Bruce Jacobs of Wiley Ford, West Virginia, Bill Dolan of El Paso, Texas, David Dolan of Stephens City and Ronald Cochran of Bellevue, Nebraska, and great nieces and nephews.

Her sister, Eva Brinkman Jacobs preceded her in death.

A Celebration of Life will be held at Wesley United Methodist Church at 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 21, 2012 with the Reverend Michael Mayton officiating. Interment will be in Woodlawn Cemetery, Whitacre, Virginia.

Pallbearers will be her three grandsons, Adam Walsh, Jonathan and Nicholas Silvester; and her nephews, Frederick, Harold and Bruce Jacobs.

Memorial contributions may be made to Wesley United Methodist Church, 527 Van Fossen Street, Winchester, Virginia 22601.

Please view obituaries and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com.

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Doris V. Dolan Doris Virginia Brinkman Dolan, 91, of Winchester, Virginia, died Sunday, June 17, 2012, in Winchester Medical Center. Mrs. Dolan was born in Cumberland, Maryland, the daughter of the late Theodore Frederick and Anna Grace Jolley Brinkman. She was a graduate of Fort Hill High School in Cumberland. A member of Wesley UnitedContinue Reading

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Braddock Street UMC left a message on June 19, 2012:
In honor of Doris Virginia Dolan, Braddock Street UMC lit a candle.
Melody Swain Harmon left a message on June 28, 2012:
Debbie and family: Mrs. Dolan's lovely countenance will be missed. The physical pain she had to endure for so long, is now ended. I know she is smiling down on all of you from heaven! God bless you, Mr. Dolan, for the love and care you always gave. In Christ, Melody and Jim Harmon
Ned & Joan Stabley left a message on June 20, 2012:
We Didn't know Doris well. We met her when Laura was in college. We liked her right away. I can see her in my memory, A very stylish lady.YOU HAVE OUR SYMPATHY. Ned & Joan Stabley. Laura's Parents. WE are so glad had all of you to watch over her. Thanks for all you did for her.
Randy Turner left a message on June 20, 2012:
Doris was always friendly to me and her smile lit up the room. I offer my heartfelt sympathy to Ron and the family and hope God gives them Grace and peace.
Randy Turner left a message on June 20, 2012:
In honor of Doris Virginia Dolan, Randy Turner lit a candle.
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James Silvester left a message on June 20, 2012:
To The Greatest Mother-In-Law in the world who became my Mother upon the passing of my own 21 years ago........She will live on in our hearts and souls forever......Now Nana....start cooking those wheat rolls and green beans for Christ and all his buddies in heaven. And remember keep a place setting for us all at the table of God for time passes quickly and soon we shall all be together again at that table. Love You Always....Jimmy P.S. Don't Forget That Apple and Cherry Pie
Laura Smith left a message on June 19, 2012:
I will always love my 'second' mom, and never forget the kindness she provided me when I was in Winchester. Sunday dinners were the best and I still make the wheat bread she shared at those dinners. Conversation was lively, honest and loving. I treasure her Christmas cards with her art and I still have them. She now feasts at the Lords table, and breaks bread with Him.
Laura Smith left a message on June 19, 2012:
In honor of Doris Virginia Dolan, Laura Smith lit a candle.
sarah johnson left a message on June 19, 2012:
Doris was a one of a kind lady!! we always had our visits when she came in to the office. she would finish with a hug. And then we walked to the door,so she could walk out with ronald as she would call him. I will always remember and her hand drawn christmas cards. sarah
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
My prayers are with your family. You are with our "Lord" & we all know he is taking care of you. Also, you are looking down on us with all of your blessings. Heaven has a wonderful angel, Rest In Peace. Fanny Lou
Frances S. Luttrell left a message on June 18, 2012:
Again my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Frances S. Luttrell left a message on June 18, 2012:
My prayers are with your family. You are with our "Lord" & we all know he is taking care of you. Also, you are looking down on us with all of your blessings. Heaven has a wonderful angel, Rest In Peace. Fanny Lou
Frances S. Luttrell left a message on June 18, 2012:
In honor of Doris Virginia Dolan, Frances S. Luttrell lit a candle.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Debbie and family: Mrs. Dolan's lovely countenance will be missed. The physical pain she had to endure for so long, is now ended. I know she is smiling down on all of you from heaven! God bless you, Mr. Dolan, for the love and care you always gave. In Christ, Melody and Jim Harmon
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
We Didn't know Doris well. We met her when Laura was in college. We liked her right away. I can see her in my memory, A very stylish lady.YOU HAVE OUR SYMPATHY. Ned & Joan Stabley. Laura's Parents. WE are so glad had all of you to watch over her. Thanks for all you did for her.
Laura left a message on January 30, 2013:
I will always love my 'second' mom, and never forget the kindness she provided me when I was in Winchester. Sunday dinners were the best and I still make the wheat bread she shared at those dinners. Conversation was lively, honest and loving. I treasure her Christmas cards with her art and I still have them. She now feasts at the Lords table, and breaks bread with Him.
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Doris was a one of a kind lady!! we always had our visits when she came in to the office. she would finish with a hug. And then we walked to the door,so she could walk out with ronald as she would call him. I will always remember and her hand drawn christmas cards. sarah
public.user left a message on January 30, 2013:
Again my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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