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OSSINING, N.Y. -- Doris Elizabeth Walker, a lifelong resident of Ossining, died Nov. 17, 2016. She was 107 and was believed to be the oldest Ossining native.
She was born March 23, 1909, on Eastern Avenue in Ossining, the daughter of Frank and Lena (Smith) See.
She married George Walker Nov. 18,1933 at St. Paul’s Church. He predeceased her in 1971
She attended Lincoln School and graduated from Washington School in 1927. She was honored at Ossining High School at age 103 as the oldest living graduate. She was a lifelong member of St.Paul’s on the Hill and assisted at the church's Lantern Shop since its inception. The sewing and knitting she did all her life was enjoyed by the many people who benefitted from her talents.
She is survived by her two daughters, Joan DiLoreto, (companion Warren Fay) and Carole Ann (Ray) Miller; five grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and four great-great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St.Paul’s on the Hill, 40 Ganung Drive, Ossining, NY 10562 would be appreciated.
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