Doris M. Billingsley

Mrs. Doris M. Billingsley, 79, was called to her heavenly reward, on Sunday, November 5, 2006. She was born in Overton, TX, on February 24, 1927, the daughter of the late Marion and Exa (nee: Daniel) Smith. On February 12, 1949, in Chicago, IL, she was united in marriage to Rev. Ernest G. Billingsley, who preceded her in death on Dec. 17, 1998. Mrs. Billingsley taught at Winslow School here in Racine, for 23 years. She was a very active member of Faith Church of God. She served on the board of directors of Innovative Child Care. She leaves to cherish her memory, her children, Rosalind Bordain of Milwaukee, David Billingsley of Racine, Hattie Billingsley of Milwaukee, Gerald (Shirley) Billingsley, Doris Billingsley all of Racine, Rupert (Lisa) Billingsley of Milwaukee, and James (Christine) Billingsley of Phoenix, AZ; 13 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren, her brother Willie (Ruth) Smith of Detroit, MI; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law George Billingsley, Joseph Billingsley, Alice Collins, all of Detroit, MI, Guthrie Dennis of San Antonio, TX, and Gladys Smith of San Francisco. She is further survived by a host of loving nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. Her Homegoing Service will be held in the Greater Grace Temple, 522 N. Memorial Dr., on Saturday, November 11th, at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Darryl Simmons officiating. Visitation will be at the funeral home on Friday from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., with a family hour from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., and at the Church on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Service. Burial will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to your favorite charity.