Our family and community sadly lost a pillar on March 14, 2019, when Doris Lee Dunning, passed away from natural causes. Her contributions to the lives of many as a friend and to many others by including them as an extension of her family, are part of what made her life so special.
Doris Lee was born at a home near Sayle, MT on July 8, 1926 and graduated from Sheridan High School. She was preceded in death by daughter, Dianne, husband, Lee, her parents, George Wynkoop and Essie (Surrena) Wynkoop, and one brother, Dale Wynkoop. She is survived by two sons and two daughters; Denny, Dee, Debbie and Darla, along with their spouses, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A rancher all her life, Doris Lee lived a generous, active life in partnership with her husband Lee. In the early years they were known for raising quality horses. Extras were always welcome at her dining room table and no one left hungry. She managed to gracefully raise their kids and, now and then, some grandkids and friend’s kids too. She cooked excellent meals, kept a tidy house, made clothes for the family and spent as much of her life on the back of a horse as possible. At branding time she was quite handy at yielding the irons for perfect placement of the brand. It was amazing that she always appeared like she was going to town instead of going out to hay or work cattle. Kids and animals of all kinds were always a passion of Doris Lee’s, which showed through her horse trading ability, hauling kids to stock shows and rodeos and simple respect for even the smallest of animals. For a variety in life she sometimes worked outside jobs such as Teacher’s Aide and Fire Watch on the lookout towers. Later in life she enjoyed short trips travelling with friends, making it as far as England.
Her legacy will live on in the hearts and minds of everyone she interacted with and those she took under her wing and gave a safe place to reside when needed. Share your stories of remembrance at a Memorial Service on Monday, May 6, 2019 at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Broadus, MT at 1:00 p.m. You can help continue her kindness and compassion by making a donation to, or volunteering at your local Animal Shelter. You can also make a donation to any facility that helps with children who have special medical needs, such as St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
1:00 PM to 2:00 p.m.
Monday May 6, 2019
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
101 Wilson Street
Broadus, Montana 59317
Service Schedule
Family to Receive Friends
1:00 PM to 2:00 p.m.
Monday May 6, 2019
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
101 Wilson Street
Broadus, Montana 59317
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Bert and Helen Woods says
To all of Doris’s family
So sorry for your loss. Doris was a awesome person and she will be missed.
Curt and Kate Terrett says
So sorry for your loss
Charlotte Hubing says
I have so many fond memories of times spent with Doris Lee as we were growing up and through the years. My thoughts are with the family.
Rayetta Fjell says
Denny, Dee, Debbie, & Darla; So sorry to read about the loss of your Mother. Thoughts & Prayers of comfort to you and your families. I will always remember Doris Lee’s wonderful smile. Rayetta Schonenbach Fjell
Flint Fleming says
Dunning family , thoughts and prayers to all!
Chris and Diana Elwood says
Dear Family,
Chris and I send our deepest sympathy to all of you, we both have very fond memories of this beautiful woman.
May God give all of you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Pat Smith says
Sending thoughts and prayers to Doris’s family, She was one great lady and am sure she has left you with many good memories. We will all miss this wonderful lady.
Wayne and Shelley Perkins says
Some ties run far and deep as a generation slips away. Our love and prayers are with you at this painful time.
Ann Gunnare says
We are saddened to hear about your mom. Our fond memories of our time in Ashland have much to do with her family. She was always such a supporter of her grandkids in whatever they were doing. She possessed a natural style and grace and always a kind word when a chance meeting occurred. Our thoughts are with you.
Bub and Carlene Gaskill says
Condolences to all of Doris Lee’s family.
Kathy Muller Ogle & Philip Ogle says
Our sympathy to your family.
Lucille and Ivan Small says
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Justin and Charlee Kuhbacher says
I remember her as being an Awesome Grandma to all the Otter Creek Kids! She’d haul those kids around to rodeos and playdays…She always had a smile… classy all the time…hair done, and makeup on. She was a keeper….Deepest Sympathy to the family, and everyone on The Otter…♡
Kathi Tiefenthaler says
Prayers to the entire family. 💙💙💙
Mary Jane Robinson says
Doris Lee was a wonderful lady and always a bright spot in my life. One of my favorite memories was her yodeling, that lady sure could yodel! Hugs for her family.
MARGIE RIDEOUT says
MY SYMPATHY TO ALL THE DUNNING FAMILY — DENNY, DEE, DEBBIE AND DARLA AND FAMILIES. YOUR MOM WAS A GEAT LADY AND I KNOW SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. THOUGHTS, HUGS AND PRAYERS TO YOU ALL. LOVE YOU !! MARGIE GORZALKA RIDEOUT
Philip watt says
Condolences to your family.