Doris Roy Emery

Born on November 3, 1935, in Lowell, Massachusetts, Doris was the daughter of the late George Roy and Bernadette (Lefebvre) Roy.

Her beautiful legacy of love and laughter lives on through five generations of family. She is survived by her daughters Kellie (Don) and Deirdre, her son Steve, her grandchildren Kandi (Christopher), Matthew, Timothy, Kayla, and Chelsea, her great-grandchildren Kianna, Charlotte, Christopher Jr., Autumn, and Jade, and her great-great-grandson, Anthem. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews: Gail, Mark, Robin, Terri and Denise.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband, William; her sister, Theresa; her nieces, Deborah and Shelby and her nephews, Wayne and Paul.

A life defined by service and joy, Doris proudly served her country in the United States Navy during the Korean War. This was an experience that instilled in her a lasting sense of commitment and earned her the National Defense Service Medal. Doris and William met while serving in the United States Navy.

In 1955, she began a lifelong partnership when she married the love of her life, William H. Emery. Together, they made the move in 1969 from Massachusetts to West Palm Beach, Florida, where they established their home and raised their family.

Never one to stop learning, Doris returned to school in her 40s, attending Palm Beach Community College where she earned her Associate's Degree in Mental Health, a true testament to her drive.

Doris was known for being vibrant and outgoing and taking pictures. She was truly the life of the party, with an infectious energy, and had a wonderful dedication to dressing up extravagantly for every holiday, birthday and occasion. “Let me finish my story”, she would often say.

Her deep faith was central to her life and she served the community for many years as a devoted Lector at Mary Immaculate Catholic Church.

Doris will be deeply missed by all who were fortunate enough to know her sparkling personality and loving heart.

Her Celebration of life will take place, Thursday, December 18, 2025 from 5pm until 9pm at Quattlebaum Funeral Home, which is located at 6411 Parker Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33405.