Doris A. Theodore

Doris (Barry) Theodore, 91 of Central St., passed away peacefully at Baystate Wing Memorial Hospital in Palmer, MA on Christmas Day. Born in Monson on February 2, 1929, she was the second daughter of the late John and Albina (Novotny) Barry. Doris lived in Palmer for over 71 years after marrying her late husband Gus Theodore in 1949, whom she loved and supported fearlessly as a WWII veteran, the Fire Chief of Palmer for 34 years, and owner of Walnut Street Cafe in Palmer - which she continued even after Gus’ passing in 2006. Doris’ incredible legacy will be deeply admired and missed by her daughter April Theodore and her partner, Mike Stafford of Nashville, TN, her son Barry Theodore and his wife Tracey of Palmer, MA, three grandchildren, Kristie, Barry Gus, and Heather, as well as two great grandchildren, Brooklyn and Lucas. Among countless others, Doris’ memory will also be treasured by her “baby” brother, Donald Barry, nieces Darcey and Rebecca, nephew Mark, and grandniece Helaynah. Besides her parents and husband, Doris was predeceased by her darling daughter Amber (1973), her sister Rosalie, and her brother Richard (Dick). To honor the wishes of Doris, her life will be celebrated privately by her closest loved ones, and will be placed to rest next to her husband in Oak Knoll Cemetery. In lieu of flowers and those wishing to honor Doris’ unyielding compassion to helping those in need, donations can be made to Palmer Food Share, 39 Walnut Street, Palmer or St. Jude’s Research Hospital.