Doris Marie Ling's Obituary
Doris Marie Ling, 76, of Columbia, IL, passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025, at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born July 28, 1948, in Red Bud, IL, to Robert and Frieda (nee Donius) Steibel.
On September 26, 1970, Doris married the love of her life, Denis Ling. Together they were blessed with five children and six grandchildren.
Doris, a devout member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, donated her time to the Sanctity of Life Committee, crocheted for the Prayer Shawl Ministry, and volunteered at the annual Parish Picnic. As a lifelong crocheter, Doris also made numerous afghans that brought warmth to family and friends. Passionate about genealogy, Doris traced her family history back to 16th-century France. When relaxing, she enjoyed Sudoku, Variety Puzzles books, Scrabble, or card games like Uno and Pinochle. She had a fondness for hot chocolate, a soft spot for anything featuring cats, and a special joy in holding and cuddling babies. The St. Louis Blues were one of her favorite sports teams. Above all, Doris cherished her loving family.
Surviving are her Husband, Denis Urban Ling; Children, Denise Marie Ling, Daniel Denis Ling, Darren Michael Ling, David Urban and Amber Lynn (nee Fitzgibbons) Ling, and Derek Paul and Ashley Nicole (nee Champagne) Ling; Grandchildren, Megan Marie Ling, Miles Urban Ling, Maxim Gregory Ling, Daniel Paul Ling, Addilyn Christine Ling, and Dominic Denis Ling; Brothers, Robert and Carol (nee Brown) Steibel and Glenn and Dolores (nee Heinemann) Steibel; In-Laws, John and Judy (nee Ling) Kinane and Dr. Logan and Ina (nee Ling) Ludwig; many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and many relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her Parents, Robert August and Frieda Wilhelmina (nee Donius) Steibel.
Visitation will be Thursday, June 12, 2025, from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm, at Leesman Funeral Home, Columbia, IL. Mass will be held Friday, June 13, 2025, 11:00 am at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Columbia, IL, with Father Steve Thoma officiating.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to Immaculate Conception Fund for Catholic Education (E. Schorb Education Fund https://www.osvhub.com/icc-columbia-il/giving/funds/eugene-schorb-education-endowment-fund) or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church: 411 Palmer Road, Columbia, IL 62236.
For more information, please access our website, www.leesmanfuneralhome.com. Arrangements were handled by Leesman Funeral Home.
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