Wednesday, April 11, 2018
It was my pleasure to meet Doris a year ago as my husband, John, was privileged to serve as Doris' Family Deacon at First Baptist Church, Soddy Daisy. On one occasion, we stopped by Manor House to visit and John was wearing his game shirt that read "S/D Baseball". Doris said "Soddy Daisy Baseball. How I love Soddy Daisy and I love baseball". When she learned we were on our way to a game, she shared that she would like to go with us and that she played softball. That opened a door because I too played softball. We shared stories and she suggested that I put us a team together. I laughed and told her I would have to hit a home run to make it to first base. On a later visit, I told her I had us a team and we would be the "Heavenly Angels". April 9th, that team acquired its first baseman and I hope she will hold a spot on the roster for a catcher. I thank God that even though our friendship was brief, it was such a blessing to spend time with Doris. Prayers and sympathy to the family. Shirley Rawlston
