Doris Laird Henley, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, peacefully passed away on Thursday, September 28, 2023. She was born in Houston, TX on July 30, 1928 to Ben S. Laird & Radie Moye Laird.
Doris graduated in 1945 from Jefferson Davis High School, where she was elected school favorite. She married her loving husband, Billy Henley on October 26, 1946. They were married for almost 72 wonderful years of marriage before his death in September 2018.
Doris loved her family, watching sports, reading, and decorating her home. She was frequently on the sidelines cheering for her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She worked for many oil companies, including Superior Oil Company, for many years as a secretary. She remained active and healthy her entire life.
She was a member of Chapelwood Methodist Church, The Alexander Love Chapter of the DAR, and the Junior League Tea Room, and a charter member of the Houston Professional Landmen's Auxiliary.
Doris is predeceased by her parents, her husband, Billy Henley, her two sisters, five brothers, two nephews and a niece. She is survived by her wonderful daughter, Cindy Brown, and husband, Harvey Brown, three grandchildren (Joshua and wife, Jennifer Brown, Caroline Brown & Emily Brown), four precious great grandchildren (Caleb, Grace, Hope & Luke Brown). She is also survived by two sisters-in-law, Jean Boyd & Lavonne Collins as well as many special nieces and nephews and spouses whom she loved dearly.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests with gratitude that you donate to the the Shriners Burn Institute, 1112 Harboride Dr. Galveston, TX 77550, Chapelwood Methodist Church 11140 Greenbay, Houston, TX 77024 or a charity of your choice.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.memorialoaksfunerals.com for the Henley family.
