Memories and fond recollections of a much respected and devoted Chapel-en-le-Frith hospice supporter are being shared after the sad news of her death.
Doris Turck, the lifelong companion of Reverend Betty Packham, Blythe House Hospicecare’s founder, died peacefully on Friday 10 February, aged 88.
Doris was a devoted volunteer at Blythe House since its inception in 1989, from its humble beginnings at 137 Manchester Road in Chapel-en-le-Frith, to the purpose-built facility at Eccles Fold and outreach community work of the present day.
Tim Mourne, chairman of the board of trustees, said: "Staff and volunteers at the hospice are deeply saddened to hear the news of Doris’ death. Doris was by Betty’s side as she founded Blythe House in memory of Stan Blythe, a local resident who bequeathed £1,000 in his will.
"Doris played an integral role in helping to establish the hospice and support local patients, many of whom would remember her from their visits to the hospice and the Living Well Service. Doris continued to be involved until her death as a committed volunteer and proud advocate of the hospice’s work.
"We will miss Doris’ kind nature, wit and funny disposition – our thoughts are with her family and friends at this sad time."
A funeral date for Doris has not yet been set, but the hospice will endeavour to publicise this once announced, for anyone wishing to pay their respects.
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