Paul Allen Dorris' Obituary
Paul Allen Dorris, born February 1, 1943 in Portland, TN ended his struggle with Mantle Cell Lymphoma on January 26, 2021 at 11:13 PM in his home in Tacoma, WA.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents Russell Paul Dorris and Fannie Sue (Pike) Dorris, his sister Christine, his brother William “Buster”, and great grandson Emery.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Margaret Ann (Key) Dorris, daughter Mary Ann, daughter Paulette (Sheryl), son Chris (Lee), granddaughter Ashley (Justin), granddaughter Nicole (Josh), great granddaughter Everleigh, great granddaughter Emaline, brother Howard Glenn (Marcia), other nieces and nephews and cousins.
Paul worked for a tire company, as a carpenter, was a tobacco farmer, and in his retired years enjoyed gardening and small projects around the houses of his various family members.
A memorial service will be deferred until he can be joined with his lifetime love, Margaret.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Leukemia & Lymphoma Society or the Humane Society.
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