MinnieAndRobertTyson

Minnie Pearl Doby Tyson Female

Died: 25-Aug-2012   Minnie Pearl Doby Tyson went home to be with the Lord on Sat. Aug 25, 2012 at The E.T. York Care Center. A native of Alachua, FL. she was a 1960 graduate of A.L. Mebane High School. A faithful member of Bartley Temple United Methodist Church where she served as a member of The Gospel Choir, Chancel Choir, and the United Methodist Women. She was a foster grandparent at Norton Elementary and was also a member of Sister & Sister Group, A.L. Mebane Class of 1960 Alumni Chairperson, as well as a volunteer at The Clarence Kelly Center. Minnie retired from Tacachale after 28 years of service and then began working with Comfort Keepers. She enjoyed helping others. Survivors include A loving husband Robert Tyson, Gainesville, FL, two daughters Roberta T. Fountain, Gainesville, FL, Regina L. Gordon, Jacksonville, FL, son Ramone C. Tyson, Gainesville, FL, two brothers Willie L. Doby High Springs, FL, Clement Doby, Gainesville, FL, three sisters Ruth Anazia, Topeka, KS, Dorothy O'Neal, Waldo, FL, Rose Harris Atlanta, GA and six grandchildren. A Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, Sept. 1, 2012 at Trinity United Methodist Church 4000 N.W. 53rd Ave Gainesville, FL. with Pastor Dan Johnson Host Minister, Pastor Mary Mitchell Officiating. Burial will follow in Mt. Nebo Cemetery under the care of Chestnut Funeral Home 18 N.W. 8th Ave Gainesville, FL. Visitation Friday 2:00-7:00 PM Chestnut Chapel and on Saturday at the church one hour before the service. Family members are asked to meet at the family home 5911 N.W. 29th Terrace, at 10:15 AM to form the cortege.

Minnie's Family

Spouse: Robert Tyson married  
Children: Becky Tyson, Ramone Tyson, Regina Tyson Gordon
 

Minnie's Heritage

Parents: Malvin (Little Buddy) Doby, Areatha Moore Doby
Siblings: Ruth Doby Anazia, Marion Doby, Marvin Doby, Dorothy Doby Oneal, Rose Doby Harris, Johnelle Doby, Willie Lee "Bay" Doby, Clement "Sonny" Doby

Minnie's Picture Album

MinnieAndRobertTyson Minnie and Robert at Doby Family Reunion
(picture shot date Jul-2006)
MinnieAdellMelvinaMichaelRobert Minnie, Adell, Melvina, Michael, Robert
(picture shot date Jul-2006)