Doris Mathis Gauthier

Doris Mathis Gauthier, age 90, passed away December 20, 2019, in Richardson, Texas, where she had been living for the past five years. Doris was born in Quitman, Mississippi, on December 26, 1928, to the late Ed Mathis and Anna MacDonald Mathis. Her husband, Wallace J. Gauthier, and her infant daughter Shelia Lynn Gauthier precede her in death. Her daughter, Lauren Gauthier Bristow (David) and son Brian J. Gauthier (Lauren), and her granddaughter Anna Lee Bristow survive Doris.

After graduating from Quitman High School, she moved to New Orleans, LA, when she was 19 years old to work for Bell telephone. It was in New Orleans that she met and married Wallace; they were married for 52 years. Doris was a faithful member of First Baptist Church, New Orleans, for over 50 years. She served in Women's Missionary Union, sang in the adult choir, and enjoyed her Sunday School class, among many other things. Doris’ favorite pastime was gardening. She had a green thumb, and it seemed that no matter what she touched, it grew into the most beautiful plant. She loved tending to her pretty flowers in any weather. Doris enjoyed sewing, amateur painting, playing word puzzles, cooking, and taking care of her family. She was a quiet, gracious soul who enjoyed being with family and friends over a good cup of coffee.

Most importantly, she loved the Lord with all of her heart. Even in the last days of her life, she found comfort in the old country hymns of her youth and the scripture she knew so well. She will be missed by family and friends alike.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial service at First Baptist Church New Orleans 5290 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70124 on Saturday, January 18, 2020 at 3:00 PM Visitation with the family will begin at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Alzheimer’s Association at act.alz.org