Doris Anne St. John's Obituary
Doris Anne St. John went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 7, 2025.
She is survived by her daughter Debra Norwood and husband Bryan Norwood; son Stephen St. John and wife Elizabeth St. John; grandson Taylor St. John and wife Silvia St. John and great granddaughter Audrey Grace St. John; granddaughter Lynn Norwood and husband Trey Perry.
Doris was born in Strawn, Texas on June 11, 1933, the daughter of Franklin Pierce Grant and Georgia Viola Grant.
Doris was married 65 years to the love of her life, husband Bill St. John. Doris and Bill travelled the world together. Both were avid sports fans and loved playing bridge. Doris was a passionate tennis player and followed professional tennis up until the time of her passing.
Doris and Bill were active longtime members of the First Baptist Church of Richardson.
Doris' final days and hours were spent surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great granddaughter.
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, For you are with me; Your rod and your staff, they comfort me. (Psalm 23:1-4)
And just at that moment when someone at my side says, 'There she's gone, there are other eyes watching her coming, and there are other voices ready to take up the glad shout, 'Here she comes!' (Beecher, Van Dyke, Brent)
Someday a loving hand will be placed upon your shoulder and this brief message will be given: 'Come home.' (Billy Graham)
Private funeral services will be held by the family at Restland Memorial Park, Dallas, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the First Baptist Church of Richardson.
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