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Doris Morris Onesty, 90, animal lover who rescued many dogs

Doris Morris Onesty
Doris Morris Onesty

WILLIAMSBURG — Doris Morris Onesty, 90, passed away Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020. She was born Aug. 4, 1930, in Amelia to Ilie Townes and Maude Etta Morris.

Doris was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Lelia and Pauline; brother, Stanley; grandson, Zachary Keith; and husband, Charles “Dick” Onesty.

Doris is survived by her sons, Richard, and his wife, Lynn, and Frank, and his wife, Chrissy; grandson, Nicholas; granddaughters, Alex, Morgan, Amber and Alexis; as well as nieces and nephews.

Doris married Charles “Dick” in November of 1959. Throughout their marriage they lived in Virginia, Ohio, Maryland and Florida.

Doris was an avid NASCAR fan and had a love for animals, especially dogs. She adopted and rescued many dogs over the years, and she would love if others did the same in her memory.

Doris (mom, grammy, grandma) deeply loved her family and will be missed by all.

A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, Oct. 30, at Dale Memorial Park, Chesterfield, to celebrate her life and to honor her memory.

Share online condolences with the family at Nelsen Funeral Home.

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