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~Doris Jean Schlenker~
YOAKUM: Doris Jean Schlenker, age 87 of Portland, Texas, passed away Sunday, May 25, 2025. She was born August 26, 1937 in Yoakum, Texas to Homer and Bernice Dickinson Berger. She was a graduate of Cortland Business Institute, San Antonio College, and the University of Texas at San Antonio. She worked for many years as an executive administrative assistant, most notably at the Ritz Carlton headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, reading, crocheting and traveling. She was also an active member of the Unitarian Church in Victoria. Survivors: husband of 70 years, Dr. Austin Schlenker; daughter, Heidi Ajrami (Abe); sons, Chris Schlenker (Jerri) and Scott Schlenker (Jennifer); grandchildren, Hannah, Rami, and Jenin Ajrami; and Lilly and Hank Schlenker; brothers, Homer F. Berger (Betty), Bob Berger (Sharen), Jimmy Berger (Sandy) and Clay Berger (Paula). Preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Linda Berger. A Celebration of Life will be held, Saturday, June 7, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home in Yoakum with Reverend Kiya Heartwood officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to Hospice of South Texas or St. Jude's Children Hospital. On-line guest book may be signed at www.thielecooper.com Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home in Yoakum, 361-293-5656. |