Doris Burrough Hervey

Doris Burrough Hervey, 83, of Mineola, passed away on January 23, 2025. She was born on August 22, 1941, in Mineola, Texas, to Robert Tillman and Johnnie Mae Freeman. Doris spent the majority of her life in the Wood County community, where she became deeply rooted in her faith and family.

One of Doris's greatest accomplishments was living a life dedicated to Christ. She was a devoted and long-time member of Freeman Chapel, which was founded by her family, before becoming a member of Muddy Creek Baptist Church in her later years. Her greatest life lesson was to trust Jesus, and her faith guided her every step of the way.

Doris married Clyde "Cricket" Hervey in 1977. Together, they shared many precious memories, especially those made with their children. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Dallas, af-ter which she worked as a seamstress. In her spare time, Doris enjoyed making beautiful floral arrangements, cooking, and being actively involved in church activities.

She leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion to her family. Doris will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Doris is preceded in death by her husband, Clyde Ray Hervey; parents, Robert Tillman and Johnnie Mae Freeman; her sister, Mary Eulene Chesser; two aunts, Annie Belle Lacy and Willie Kay Kelly; and one son, Aaron Darnell Burrough.

Left to cherish her memory is her brother, Tracoma Willis (LaDana) of Arlington; three children, Tory Titus of Mineola, Tonja Daniels-Otusi of Frisco, and Robert Burrough (LaTray) of Dallas; grandchildren, Aaron Darnell Thomas Jr., DeMarco Thomas, LaShella Sanders, ShaKira Jeffery, Ryan Christian Otusi, and Cierra Jeffery; great grandchildren, Kaylin Sanders and Alisa Sanders; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends.

Funeral service for Doris Burrough Hervey is scheduled for 1:00 PM Friday, January 31, 2025 at Lowe-Gardner Funeral Home. Graveside service will follow at Freeman Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7:00 PM until 9:00 PM Thursday evening, January 30, 2025 at Lowe-Gardner Funeral Home.