Barbara F. Doran-Bowman

Age 91, of Oxford, formerly Eaton, died on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

She was born October 13, 1935 in Dayton, to the late Edmond E. Atwell and Ona N. (Brown) Jay.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her sister, Carolyn Leeds; brother, Monte Atwell; and niece, Lisa Kosco. 

She is survived by her sons, Thomas (Marsha) Doran and Kelly Doran; grandchildren, Joshua (Julie) Doran, Trisha (Matt Riel) Doran, Chadwick Doran, and Brenna Doran; great grandchildren, Brayden, Bryson, Emma, and Madyx; and many nieces and nephews. 

Barbara spent 25 years at Frigidaire, where she retired from the customer relations department. She enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, archery and making blackberry jam. Above all, she enjoyed time with her family and holidays. 

The family would like to extend our deepest gratitude and appreciation to all those at The Knolls of Oxford for the extraordinary care given to our mother during her years there. We cannot thank you enough.

Services will be private.

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