Dorothy Toops-Quintana

Doris Mae Quintana age 89, passed away Thursday, July 4, 2013 in Chico, CA. She was born in Tillamook, Oregon, May 22, 1924 to Basil and Leah Matthews. Doris enjoyed bowling and card playing and any kind of game with friends and family members. She was an excellent cook and especially enjoyed baking. Her pie crust recipe was a secret that she only revealed to family members. She was partners in a logging business with her first husband, Wilbur Kodad who predeceased her. She owned and operated a women's dress and apparel shop and worked for a number of different companies as their secretary. She later partnered with her son Steven Kodad and second husband Elton Toops, (who predeceased her) in a local Chico business. Later in life Doris enjoyed traveling and cruising with her husband Bob Quintana. She is survived by husband Bob Quintana; children and spouses: Cheryl Samson, Steven Kodad (Jannelle), Lisa Martinez (Daniel), Aaron Quintana (Jennifer); grandchildren: Michele Samson, Matthew Samson, Stacy Smith (Jim), Greg Kodad, Cliff Kodad, Bethany Cox (Steven); great grandchildren: Samantha, Lucas, Tristan, Sandra, Jacob, and Gianna. She was preceded in death by her daughter Eileen Carriker (Dan). Doris loved life and people. Her family adored her and will be celebrating her life Saturday, July 13, 11:00 AM at her son Steven Kodad's home.