Barbara K. Doss

She is preceded in death by her parents Kent and Dessie Dyess; sister Doris Bowman; and brother-in-law John Bowman. She is survived by one sister, Bobbie J. Kelly of Houston; three loving sons, Stan and wife Marilyn of Bedford, TX , Byron and wife Helen of Round Rock, TX, Todd and wife Carolyn of Austin, TX; and grandchildren, Corey and Shannon Doss of Bedford, TX, Randi Dabb of El Paso, TX, and Cole and Caroline Doss of Austin, TX; and a niece and numerous nephews.

Barbara grew up in Temple, Texas, where she graduated from Temple High School in 1950, she married Curtis, her high school sweetheart in 1952. They lived in Minnesota, Temple, Austin and San Antonio. She was a member of Castle Hills First Baptist Church for 42 years. She was a devoted wife, wonderful mother, loving grandmother, sister and aunt. She loved the holiday season, baking, and spending time with her family. Her homemade fudge at Christmas, dressing at Thanksgiving, and homemade ice cream anytime, will always be remembered. She was also an avid sports fan and loved to watch and listen to games for her favorite team, the San Antonio Spurs.

The family would like to thank the staff members of Lighthouse Hospice for their outstanding care.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse Hospice, 2913 William Drive Suite 320 Georgetown, TX 78628 or the charity of your choice.

There will be a visitation for family and friends to be held on Sunday, October 24, 2010 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, 14501 North Interstate 35, Pflugerville. Funeral services celebrating Barbara’s life will be at 1:00 p.m. Monday, October 25, 2010 at the Memorial Chapel of Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home. Graveside services will follow at Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery in Killeen.

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