Erlene H. “Sister” Doane, 64, of Princess Anne departed this life Wednesday, January 31, 2018 at Aurora Senior Living of Manokin in Princess Anne. Born, August 27, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Nathaniel Doane and Judia “Judy” Forbes-Cartwright.
She attended the Public Schools in Somerset County, graduating from Washington High School in May 1974.
Erlene professed Christ at an early age and was a life long member of Mt. Hope A.M.E. Zion Church in Princess Anne.
She is survived by seven brothers, Nathan Morris, Frank, David, Nathaniel and Carlton Robinson, Anthony Cartwright and Gardner Doane; four sisters, Cassandra Gallop, Eleanora Butts, Bonnie Polk and Carmen Curraton; special cousins, Gale Jones and Joyce Cottman; a best friend, Yvonne Elmore and a host of nephews, nieces, other relatives and friends.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her adoptive mother, Mary Moore and one sister, Iris Riddick.
A funeral service will be held 1:00 Pm Saturday, February 10, 2018 at Mount Hope A.M.E. Zion Church in Princess Anne with a viewing one-hour prior. Interment will be at the Church Cemetery.
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Family of Erlene, my thoughts and prayers for you at this time of loss of your Sister. My sincere condolences for your family. Sister loved sincerely and was loved by so many! As the days past, may happy memories of all the wonderful and good things that she accomplished soon lessen your pain. And may the God of tenders mercies, comfort and hope be with you. Acts 24:15.
My condolences to the family of Erlene Doane. May the God of comfort, be your refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress. ( Psalms 46:1)