Doris Downing A Service of Celebration was held for Doris Downing at 10:00 A. M., Monday, October 15, 2007 at the Wiley United Methodist Church with the Reverend Trevor Potter officiating. Interment followed at the Wiley Cemetery.  Doris passed away Thursday, October 11, 2007 in Colorado Springs at the St. Francis Pikes Peak Hospice at the age of 75. Doris Lucille Dunn was born in Matheson, Colorado to Ray and Florence Yoder Dunn, on Friday, May 27, 1932. Doris was raised in Lamar, Colorado where she attended high school. On August 20, 1949 she married Floyd Eugene Downing and moved to Wiley and that is where she resided until her death. Doris loved to worship and enjoyed reading her Bible and was very active in the United Methodist Church in Wiley. She had a spirit about her that was so very special. Doris was a hard worker and could cook like no other. For 27 years she was the head cook and prepared meals for thousands of children who attended the Wiley School District during these years. Doris was known around Wiley for her cinnamon rolls. They would bring good money when auctioned off for special benefits. She was also active in numerous organizations around the community. Doris loved to be with her friends and would challenge you to a good game of "marbles." She was very much loved and will be dearly missed by all her family and friends to whom she devoted her life. She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Floyd, her children Linda (Steve) Garver of Milliken, Colorado; Mike (Berta) Downing of Lamar; Sandy (Mike) Brown of Littleton, Don (Joy) Downing of McClave; a brother, Roy Dunn of Claremore, Oklahome, a sister, Dee Osban of Pueblo, 9 grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends. Doris was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to the Wiley United Methodist Church, direct or in care of Peacock Funeral Home. Online Condolences | Doris was a wonderful lady and loved by many. Our sympathy to the whole family. You are in our prayers. Ben and Jo Elmore Vinita, OK | | Dee, I was very sorry to read about your Sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sincerely, Jane Martinez-Castro |
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