Dorothy Jean Kyser Fethkenher
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.
Obituary
Dorothy passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026 in Austin, Texas. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and a cherished friend to many. She is survived by her children, Bobby, Derrell, Kimberly, and Meredith, along with spouses, Jennifer and Jerry, as well as her nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Dorothy is preceded in death by loyal husband, Sonny. A small memorial will be held in Corsicana, Texas, her home for many happy years. Dorothy will be deeply missed but always lovingly remembered.
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We invite all who knew and loved our mother, Dorothy, to share photos, stories, and memories of her here on this memorial web page. Her family will enjoy your reading your remembrances.
Timeline
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Marriage
Dorothy married Sonny Fethkenher in November, 1972.
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1940
August 29th
Birth
Our mother was born on August 29, 1940 to Beth Lanier Kyser and Clarence E. Kyser.
1957
Graduation
Dorothy graduated from Ferris High School in Ferris, Texas in 1957. She married Bobby Douglas, Sr.
1959
Frist child
Dorothy gave birth to her first child, her son Bobby Douglas, Jr., in 1959.
1962
Second child
Dorothy welcomed her second son, Derrell Douglas, in November, 1962.
1964
Third child
Dorothy gave birth to her first daughter, Kimberly Douglas, in November, 1964.
1978
Fourth child
In November, 1978, Dorothy gave birth to her fourth child and second daughter, Meredith Fethkenher.
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Memory wall
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April 5, 2026
I will remember my mother as being a source of strength, laughter, and encouragement when I needed it during life's hard times.
Family tree
Beth Lanier Kyser
Clarence E. Kyser
Bobby Lynn Douglas
Sonny Glenn Fethkenher
Glenn Kyser
James Kyser
Bobby Douglas, Jr.
Derrell Douglas
Children
Caleb Mitchell Douglas
Noah Fethkenher Douglas
Anna Douglas
Zoey Douglas
Joseph Douglas
Kimberly Douglas
Children
Jacob Thomason Brown
Emily Jean Brown
Meredith Fethkenher
Children
Elijah Glenn Galvan
Lucas Galvan
David Kyser
Pat Kyser
Doris Sue Kyser
Mary Beth Kyser
Betty Kyser
Glenn Kyser
James Kyser
David Kyser
Pat Kyser
Doris Sue Kyser
Mary Beth Kyser
Betty Kyser
Bobby Lynn Douglas
Sonny Glenn Fethkenher
Bobby Douglas, Jr.
Derrell Douglas
Caleb Mitchell Douglas
Noah Fethkenher Douglas
Anna Douglas
Zoey Douglas
Joseph Douglas
Kimberly Douglas
Jacob Thomason Brown
Emily Jean Brown
Meredith Fethkenher
Elijah Glenn Galvan
Lucas Galvan
Dorothy Kyser Fethkenher
Favorites
What was Dorothy favorite Travel destination?
What was Dorothy's favorite Color?
Blue and purple
What was Dorothy's favorite Food or Dish?
Traditional Thanksgiving food, chocolate pie, and Mexican food.
What was Dorothy's favorite Drink?
Pepsi!
What was Dorothy's favorite flower>.
Peonies and roses
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