I had 11 years teaching experience when I began teaching at Science Hill HS in 1988, where I taught until my retirement in 2005. I split my time between the Foreign Language Department  and the English Department,  as I taught Spanish and English.  Doris was such a light in my life! She encouraged me and guided me. I am , so blessed to have had her in my life. My heart goes out to the family and all those who loved her. Blessings upon you!

Doris’ life was a blessing to me.  She was an older 1st cousin who enjoyed our family connections , memories  and life updates. She inspired me with her ongoing interest and engagement with life and people around her!  
She was an accomplished person , dear family member and welcomed correspondent …..I will miss her.  Dianne Chapman Powell, Mississippi

I am deeply saddened by your loss. I’ve had the pleasure of reconnecting with Ms. Wyatt over the past few years on Facebook, and her quips and comments were always perfectly timed, sharp, and wonderfully funny. I’ve saved a few of them because they meant so much to me.

Although I had her as a teacher at SHHS, I feel I really came to know Doris through our years of exchanging messages, sharing jokes, and talking about writing. She took a genuine interest in me and my writing, and that meant more to me than she probably ever knew.

She was a phenomenal woman who shared not only her knowledge but also her remarkable wit, warmth, and humor with so many. She had that rare gift of making people feel both seen and appreciated, often while making them laugh.

Please accept my heartfelt condolences. I will miss her terribly. The world is a little less bright, a little less witty, and certainly a little less wonderful without Doris in it.

It was an honor to work with Doris at Science Hill.  She was such an interesting person, a great teacher, and an advocate for education.  After her retirement, we were able to keep in contact through social media.  I grew to appreciate her even more as she kept in touch while I became a caregiver for both my parents.  She offered me constant encouragement and verbal support all the way through the process.  To her family and friends, I offer prayers for strength.  And thank you Doris for everything.

Doris was a favorite teacher and colleague at Science Hill High School.  We became friends and Sisters in ADK Honorary Teacher Sorority.  Doris was always involved and in her role as President of The Johnon City Education Association JCEA, she nominated and I received the State TEA Susan B Anthony award. I cherished that and especially that she believed in me. We remined in touch over the years on facebook.. I was glad she enjoyed her family time as I enjoyed her many pictures. She will be remembered and missed. Love you Doris ❤️

Doris was always very generous with the time she spent with me. She was a special friend who greatly influenced my entire adult life. She taught me so much, especially after I graduated from SHHS. By example, she taught me how to listen well, and by personifying empathy and compassion, I credit her with enhancing my sensitivity towards others and the world around me. She made me a better artist, writer, and person. As my first counselor, her faithful support kept me moving forward when I struggled. I have many memories of her that I will cherish forever. This world has lost a bright light, and we are all poorer for it. Rest well, dear friend.

When I am weary of all the problems associated with Facebook, I pause and salute the gifts of it, warts and all when I think about time I was able to spend in the company of Doris Wyatt in this season of my life when normally she would just be a treasured but distant memory.  She is with me every day in one way or another and particularly when I think about the diverse afternoon crew she corralled which included a variety of would-be writers and unsavory, fledgling seniors just needing another credit for graduation but finding it was no cakewalk in our afternoon Modern Composition class.  Take a victory lap, DW.  You have a pack of admirers cheering you onward.

My condolences on the loss of a wonderful woman who gave so much to her students.  Mrs Wyatt was the advisor for the yearbook team, and was so friendly and helpful with her guidance.   May you find peace in knowing she touched so many lives.

I am sad for your family's loss. She was my favorite teacher! She would laugh and joke with us, but taught a tough class. Wouldn't have made it without her guidance.! Peace be with the family and may God bless each of you..

The Science Hill High School Class of 1975 mourns the loss of Mrs. Wyatt, who was a wonderful teacher. She impacted the lives of so many of us in such a positive way. Prayers of comfort.....

OBITUARY

Doris Chapman Wyatt

July 12, 1935 – November 9, 2026

Nelsen Williamsburg

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