Doris Brooks Flesch

Doris Arlene Flesch, 79, of Great Falls, MT passed away May 1, 2016 at Benefis Healthcare. A memorial service was held Saturday, May 7 in the Rose Room Chapel at Croxford Funeral Home in Great Falls, MT. Her burial followed Saturday, May 7 at the Central Montana Memorial Gardens in Lewistown, MT.

Doris was born in Waukon to Charles and Jeannette (Cavers) Brooks November 8, 1936. She attended a one room schoolhouse in Iowa and worked with her siblings on the farm during her childhood.

Doris married Nile Flesch. They had three daughters, Bonnie, LouAnn and Debbie, and two sons, Dennis and Billy. Doris and Nile ended up parting ways after many years together.

Doris loved to crochet, knit and go to TOPS in her free time. She often donated her time at Treasure Depot. Doris loved spending time with her family, going fishing, camping and playing with her dog, Missy. Doris also enjoyed spending time visiting with friends.

She is survived by her children, Bonnie (Bret) Bernie; LouAnn Headly, Debbie Flesch and Dennis Flesch; her sisters, Mary Lou Troundle and Barb Koch; five grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her son, Billy Flesch; her parents, Charles and Jeanette; her siblings, Helen, Roger and Ruth; and a nephew, Timmy.