Doris Nevill Burleson
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Doris Nevill Burleson passed away Friday, October 7, 2022, in Lamesa. She was born October 21, 1924, in Dawson County on the Mullins Ranch. Her parents were Mirt and Annie Nevill. Doris was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She was an absolutely BEAUTIUL AND WISE WOMAN. She lived alone until the age of 93 and enjoyed taking care of her yard, decorating, and taking walks with her loving pets. She grew up on the Mullins Ranch and married Ralph Burleson on December 18, 1940, in Lamesa. They were married 40 years, until his death in 1981. Doris is survived by her daughters, Sandee Wilson of Lamesa and Barbara Hlavaty and husband, Lance of Lubbock; 4 grandchildren, Marion Johnson and husband, Craig, Justin Wilson and wife, Kendra, all of Lamesa, Hacee Hughes of Lubbock, Hudson Hlavaty of Austin; 7 great grandchildren and 15 great great grandchildren. Doris is preceded in death by her parents, her husband, Ralph Burleson; brother, J.L. Nevill; sister, Roberta Gilmore; and son in law, Ronnie Wilson. To send condolences online, please visit www.branonfuneralhome.com. A private memorial service will be held at a later time.