Doris Ann Kraus passed away August 18, 2015 at age 71. She was born November 24th 1943 to Ed and Deloris Kraus of Rosebud MT. She grew up in Rosebud, Mt and worked at Joseph Café. She then had a son and named him Randy. Later on Doris married Gerald Mendenhall with a readymade family of six kids: Jerry, David, Debbie, Brenda, Marty and Theresa. Then to this union Jim and Kristy were born. Doris Ann ran the mail route then later divorced Gerald.
Afterwards Doris Ann chose a different and job working at Far West, then the Speedway Diner. Even between her busy work schedule and raising a family, she still found time to do the things she loved. She loved to garden, raise her chickens, and her cats. Doris loved to visit with everyone and made many friends, never forgetting a face. She is survived by her grandkids: Misty of Ray, ND, Kari Ann, Randy, Kobe, Kami; her Great Grandchildren: Aja, Buck, Willie; Cousins: Bart and Connie Kraus, Pam and Joe Ash, Cathy and Dwaine Morris; and numerous of nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed by all.
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Mr.& Mrs Gene Desmarais says
To Doris Ann families. We are sorry to hear of Doris Ann passing. You all are in thought and prayers. Doris lived the life of no other. I always enjoyed taking and working with her. She had a lot love for friends & family.
Theresa & Gene
Elaine Buck says
Am so sorry to hear of Doris Ann’s passing. She was a wonderful lady and friend. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Connie Brown says
To the family of Doris Ann,
You are in my thoughts and prayers! I have known Doris for many years, mostly in her capacity as a cook ( for me at the Far West Cafe and also at the Speedway Cafe for Max and Jan). I will miss seeing her and visiting with her on Mondays when she would be setting outside enjoying the fresh air.
Grace Larson says
I am so sorry to hear of Doris passing . Sending prayers and sympathy .
Dottie Johnstone says
Sorry to hear this, very nice lady and I went to school.
Dean Holmes says
always for gentle and kind, the world will miss you….to your family my prayers
Ashley Nelson says
I worked with Doris Ann for 3 years and I loved every minute of it. she was the most kind hearted woman in the world. She will be forever missed! Love you Doris!!!!!
Harriet & Veryl Jansen says
Long time friend. She will be missed. Sending Prayers of Comfort to the Family.
Harriet & Veryl Jansen says
Long time friend. She will be missed. Sending Prayers of Comfort to Family.
Cathy Morris says
Sure will miss you cousin, love you.
Bobbie May says
I have had the pleasure of working with Doris at the Far West. After that I loved running into her, she always put a smile on my face. I will miss that.
Joe and Pam Ash says
Miss you Cousin. Most of the memories I have of my youth included Doris Ann. We spent all our summer Times together when we were kids. I had a huge case of hero worship. I will miss stopping to see Doris Ann having her smoke in front of the Howdy.
dana hamby says
MOM, GRANDMA DORIS ANN WE ARE GOING TO MISS YOU SO VERY MUCH. YOU WERE A TRUE UP FRONT PERSON, IF YOU LOVED SOMEONE YOU LOVED THEM IF YOU HATED THEM YOU HATED THEM, AND THEN FORGAVE THEM. GREAT COOK, GREAT MOTHER,GREAT GRANDMA, GREAT FRIEND. THE HOWDY WON’T BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU.WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH. LOVE, DANA AND KAT
Mariann Callen says
Very sad to hear of the passing of Doris Ann. My thoughts are with the family during this difficult time. I really liked Doris Ann . Enjoyed visiting with her.
Sonja Crocker says
May you have good memories. Prayers for each of you,
Tera Ferguson says
I had the pleasure of working with Doris Ann at the Speedway and getting to know her was a joy. She was funny and kind hearted. I will miss visiting with her….
Many prayers and much love to get family to her family. Doris Ann will be missed.
Arvin says
Doris was a good friend. Condolences to all who’ll miss her but she’s in a better space now.
Donna says
to Doris Ann’s family:
Never have I met a person that was more of a fixture in Forsyth. I loved listening to her stories and she was so funny. I know the people of Forsyth will miss her greatly. I know I will miss her too. May God bless your family during this time of grief.
Donna Smith and family
Deanna Montee says
I am so sorry for your loss, may God be with u all at this difficult time. Doris was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed!! She always made me smile and Forsyth will not be the same without her!! God bless u!!
Leah White says
I had many a great conversation with Doris at the Speedway & Howdy. She had a great sense of humor, and a great laugh! I know she will be missed by everyone who knew her. Prayers and thoughts for peace & comfort for Randy and Keri, and the whole family. RIP Doris.
Cindy Stanton says
My sympathy to all of Doris Ann’s family & friends. I got to work work with Doris Ann a few years back. She was funny and kind, a hard worker and a great cook. Everyone will miss her.
Brad Ramsey says
You were a good woman doris,I enjoyed cooking with you at speedway RIP ill miss you
kerry mccullough says
I will miss you doris, we had alot of laughs working together, you always had a wonderful sense of humor, always the bell of the ball. REST IN PEACE, my friend.
Juanita McDanold says
Doris Ann ran the Sweeney Creek mail route for years in Rosebud. She was a dedicated employee. She was always a friendly person eager to visit. Sending our sympathy to her family. Prayers to all. Juanita and Paul
Kay Davis Berdahl says
Randy, Kristy, Jim and all of Doris Ann’s family,
Sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Chettie Preble Greer says
I always enjoyed working with Doris at the Speedy. I learned many things from her. My condolences to her family.
sandy says
Kristy Jim and Randy so sorry for your loss…your mother was one hell of a woman…she will be greatly missed…love you all…
Irvin Farr says
Sorry for your loss
Claira Bromley says
So sorry for your loss Randy and family, she always seemed to be happy to see us, and we enjoyed visiting with her ! May she rest in peace!
Gloria Berdahl- Singleton says
My prayers to the family of Doris Ann, my cousin, many summers spent with her and Pamela
and many wonderful memmories