Doris Jeannette Whitaker's Obituary
Doris Jeannette Brenneman Whitaker of Fort Myers, Florida passed away peacefully on Friday, August 13th, she was 93 years old.
Dedicating her life to her Christian faith, Doris and her late husband Edwin were long time members of Covenant Presbyterian Church in Fort Myers and later became charter members of Buckingham Presbyterian Church. Doris was born in Fort Myers and in her younger years enjoyed going to the beach with her sisters. As an adult she enjoyed being home and taking care of her family and many animals on their 10-acre farm. Doris was known by all as a truly kind and loving person.
Doris was preceded in passing by her husband of 54 years, Edwin; her parents Roscoe and Irene Brenneman; her brother Carl Brenneman, and sister Betty Brenneman MacKeeman.
She leaves behind to cherish her memory her children Ron Whitaker (Mary), David Whitaker, Kathy Whitaker Harvey (Len), and Becky Parra Carrillo. Her grandchildren Michael Whitaker; Nicole Harvey Bailey (Matt), Cole Harvey (Nesha), and DJ Smith; as well as four great grandchildren. She also leaves behind her sisters Mabel Kapley, and Shirley Johnson-Cleaver (Harry).
A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Hope Hospice of Lehigh Acres or Buckingham Presbyterian Church.
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