Deloris Douglas

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Deloris Douglas entered into eternal peace on Sunday, October 28. Funeral Services will be 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov 1 at First Baptist Church in Rockwall with the Rev. Dowell Loftis officiating. Interment will follow at Grove Hill in Dallas.

Visitation will be from 5 to 6 pm Tuesday at Oakcrest Funeral Home.

She was born and raised in the Dallas area. In 1953 she married J. E. Parker. They had two children. She was an avid fan of the Rockwall Yellow Jackets, loved water skiing and fishing, had a long career with a Rockwall insurance agency and was an active member of First Baptist Church, Rockwall,

Her husband and her daughter, Paula Parker, preceded her in death.

Deloris is survived by her son Mark Parker and his wife Becky, granddaughters Kristen and Katherine Parker of Waco and Terra Ellison of Parrotsville, TN; and two great grandsons.

The family wishes to thank Wesley Woods Alzheimer's Care Center and Hillcrest Hospice for their loving care. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Wesley Woods.

[b]Life Lessons Deloris Taught Us[/b]

[b]The joy of work[/b]
Deloris was a devoted employee who loved her job. One of her prized possessions was a Texas shaped pendant commemorating 25 years of service. Working hard outside the office as well, she enjoyed taking on a challenge around the house or helping out wherever needed.

[b]Hospitality[/b]
Everyone was welcome for a meal or an overnight stay or even longer. Extended family gathered for many happy holiday occasions at "Aunt Deloris' house."

[b]Patience[/b]
She loved young people and patiently encouraged them. Mistakes were never punished and her tone was gentle.

[b]Enthusiasm for life[/b]
Deloris was active. She loved sports and cheering for her teams. She loved the outdoors, especially trips to the lake to ski or fish. She loved travel and never hesitated to go on a road trip. She'd say "Come on, let's go!" and be off on a shopping trip or a visit.

[b]Love for God expressed as love for others[/b]
If Deloris saw a need she would do what she could to meet it. She was warm hearted and generous often in unexpected and quiet ways.

[i]We thank God for her life and example.
We will always cherish her memory.