Doris was born in Miami, FL in 1922. Shortly after she moved with her parents John and Lessley Edwards to Jensen Beach where she spent her early years and attended grade school. In 1932 her family returned to Miami where Doris graduated from Miami Edison High School. Through her working days she worked in various clubs and restaurants in South Florida and the Florida Keys. Around 1990 she moved to Cibolo, TX to spend time with her son and grandchildren.
She is survived by her brother, Harold “Buddy” Edwards, of Micco, FL; daughter in law, Patricia Copeland, of Cibolo, TX; grandchildren, Craig Copeland, Chris Copeland and Karie Williams all of TX; niece, Cindi Schmidt Micco, FL.
She was preceded in death by her husband James F. Gross and her son Arthur Copeland Jr. as well as brothers Donnie and Jack R. Edwards.
Doris returned to Jensen Beach in 2009 and enjoyed the companionship of old friends, family and the occasional moonrise at the beach.
A Graveside service will be held at 10:00am on Monday, March 24, 2014 at All Saints Cemetery in Jensen Beach, FL.
Friends may visit the online guest register book for Doris at, www.aycock-hillcrest.com
Arrangements are under the care of Aycock Funeral Home, Jensen Beach, FL.
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