Ms. Mary Doris Ford known to most as “Aunt Doris”, age 81, of Jonesborough, passed away at the Johnson City Medical Center, on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
She was born on August 31, 1945, to the late Edsel and Bonnie Ellenburg Ford, in Johnson City, Tennessee. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Larry and Donald Ford; nephew, Jeff Ford; and brother-in-law, Johnnie Willis.
Doris was a graduate of Sulphur Springs High School. She was employed by Greene Valley Developmental Center as a caregiver, and she took that mentality throughout her life. Doris was kind to everyone who was blessed to know her. She could always be found taking care packages or sitting with someone who was sick. Doris was a member of Oak Hill Baptist Church.
She is survived by her brother, Jerry Ford (Patsy); sister, Carolyn Willis; several nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews, great-great nieces and nephews.
Graveside Services will be held at 10:00 AM, Friday, October 16, 2026, at Sulphur Springs Cemetery with Mr. Chad Drain officiating. Anyone who would like to go in procession to the cemetery is asked to meet at Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home by 9:15AM.
Pallbearers will be family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Oak Hill Baptist Church, 2501 TN-81, Jonesborough, TN 37659.
Condolences may be sent to the Ford family online at www.dillow-taylor.com
Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 423-753-3821
I met Doris in 1980, when I worked with her at Greene Valley Developmental Center. We had remained life long friends, and often talked on the phone. My Husband Alan, and I had visited her at Gray, since she fell and broke her leg. We had taken her fried chicken, meatloaf, pizza and blueberry pie, some of the foods she missed having. I will cherish those visits with my dear friend... I know she is resting peacefully now. Sending Love and Prayers for her Family and Friends.
10/14/2026
Kim MASTERS
I am so sorry for your loss of Ms. Doris. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers in this most difficult time. Please let us know if we can do anything.
10/14/2026
Terrie Freshour
I worked with Doris for several years at GVDC. SO sorry for your loss.
10/14/2026
Shirley Hubbard
Doris was one of a kind. She was there for anyone that needed anything. She was always making you laugh. She will be missed by me and all my family. She was like family and a.true friend. Prayers for all the family.
10/14/2026
Wilma Robbins
My thoughts and prayers to the family. I'm so sorry for your loss
10/13/2026
Barbara Gouge
She was my sister Elaine best friend. She will be dearly missed. Her family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers
10/13/2026
Jessie Ramey
I will remember Doris for her sense of humor and her laugh. She will also be remembered for her gift of taking care of others. My condolences to the family and friends. She will be very missed!
