Doris E. Chandler
November 2, 1932 - August 27, 2020
Doris E. Chandler, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne. Born in Sailor Springs, IL she was the daughter of the late Loren and Lenora (Miller) O’Dell. She was an active member of Woodburn Missionary Church where she was a founder of the library and librarian for 50 years. She enjoyed sewing, making Barbie doll clothes, flowers, gardening, was an avid reader, and loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She is survived by her children, James (Karen) Chandler of Woodburn, Dr. Paul Michael Chandler of Honolulu, HI and Teri Chandler of Fort Wayne; brothers, Donald O’Dell of Clay City, IL and Larry (Susan) O’Dell of Olney, IL; grandchildren, Ryan Chandler of Fishers and Megan (Tony) Von Holten of Auburn; and great grandchildren, Nichol, Jacob, Cadence, and Leon Von Holten. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, John in 2006. Funeral service is 11 a.m. Tuesday at Woodburn Missionary Church, 5108 Bull Rapids Rd, Woodburn with visitation one hour prior to service. Pastor Greg Zern officiating. Masks required. Burial in Woodburn Mennonite Cemetery, Woodburn. Preferred memorials are to the church. For online condolences, please visit www.harperfuneralhome.com.
Doris E. Chandler, 87, passed away on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Golden Years Homestead, Fort Wayne. Born in Sailor Springs, IL she was the daughter of the late Loren and Lenora (Miller) O’Dell. She was an active member of Woodburn Missionary... View Obituary & Service Information