DORIS MAE GASKIN
August 19, 1920 ~ June 22, 2022
Doris Mae Moody was born on August 19, 1920, in Victoria, Texas, to Robert and Blanche. She was the youngest of five very close-knit siblings: Robert, Arthur, Emile and Florene, all preceded her in death.
She attended and graduated from FW Gross high school in Victoria Texas where she met the love of her life, Leroy Gaskin. She and Leroy were married on March 13, 1941. After Leroy was honorable discharged from the Army, they moved to San Antonio, Texas and started their family. She gave birth to four children: Betty, Leroy 111, Leon, and Bernard.
She and her family joined St. Paul Methodist Baptist Church under K.W. McMillian and remained faithful parishioners for many years.
Doris was a stay-at-home Mom who cared for her kids. With three boys in sports, she developed a love for competitive sports. She ultimately became an avid Spurs fan and wouldn’t talk to you if the Spur’s game was on. She also loved competitive tennis, track and field and would even watch golf! If they played it, she watched it.
Doris leaves a beloved family to celebrate her wonderful life: her daughter Betty (James) St. Louis MO, her son Leroy III (Jackie) Houston, TX, her son Leon (Caryl) San Antonio, TX, her son Bernard (Renette), San Antonio, TX, her nephew Kenneth Speeks (Kayte), Carson CA, 10 Grandchildren, 13 Great Grandchildren and one Great Great Grandson.
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Interment: July 7, 2022 1:45 pm - August 26, 2025 2:31 pm
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Grandma I thank you for all the love you gave over the years. I have so many memories that stay deep in my heart. I love you with all my heart. You will be eternally loved and appreciated.
Katina
When I was young I couldnt understand why my parents would send us to San Antonio to spend the whole summer there. As I grew older I realized how much I appreciated spending precious moments together with my grandparents and the rest of my family. As an adult as I look back – if we didnt spent all those summers together our family would not be as close as we are. Of course were grown up and have our separate lives but we have love. So I thank my grandma for making us who we are today. We love you and were going to miss you dearly. You will forever live in our hearts. You lived a great life and build a extraordinary family – job well done. Rest In Peace Ma. Love you.
We send our deepest condolences and prayers to the family of Mrs. Gaskin. Godspeed complete healing and unsurpassed peace.
The Shine and Hinton Families
My condolences to the Boykin and Gaskin family. When I was 7 years old Aunt Betty and Uncle EDD would take me to Texas to pick up my cousins. I was young but I remember Ms. Gaskin would make me feel welcome at her house. I will always treasure the memories and the time spent in San Antonio Texas
RIP Ms. Gaskin
My condolences to the Boykin and Gaskin family.
When I was 7 years old Aunt Betty and Uncle EDD would take me to Texas to pick up my cousins. I was young but I remember Ms. Gaskin would make me feel welcome at her house. I will always treasure the memories and the time spent in San Antonio Texas
RIP Ms. Gaskin