Doris A. "Dodie" Bridges

She was born on May 17, 1928 in Springfield, the daughter of the late Ace and Minnie G. (Cogdall) Frederick. She married Ford J. Bridges on May 17, 1964, in Springfield, and he preceded her in death on April 24, 2005.

Doris was a homemaker, loved art, holidays, and family.

She is survived by her 3 sons, Charlie Bridges of Taylorville, IL, William Bridges of Portland, OR, and Steven (wife Karen) Bridges of Charleston, IL; 9 grandchildren, and several great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents and her husband, she was preceded in death by a step-son Joseph, a step-daughter Mary Etta, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters.

Services are under the direction of Bisch and Son Funeral Home, 505 E. Allen, Springfield. Graveside funeral services will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2016 at 12 Noon at Camp Butler National Cemetery, Springfield, with Rev. Steve Switzer officiating, with burial to follow.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Please visit the online obituary at www.bischandsonfuneralhome.com where tributes and condolences may be left for the family.