Doris Catherine Buckley Szabo, 87, of Largo, FL passed away on October. 5, 2013 at Wrights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Seminole, after a long illness.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Stephen A. Szabo, Sr.; two children, Stephen A. Szabo, Jr. (Maggie) and Holly James (Gregory), all of Largo; two sisters, Joan Armstrong of St. Petersburg and Nancy Scott of South River, NJ; brother, Albert Mayo of Edison, NJ; sister-in-law, Connie Buckley of Holmdel, NJ; and five grandchildren: Matthew Szabo, Marc Szabo (Amanda), Katie Szabo, William James, and Nicholas James. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ruthie Mayo and brother, James Buckley.
Doris was born in New Brunswick, NJ and graduated from St. Peters High School. She was employed by the War Manpower Commission and later the New Jersey State Employment Service. After marriage in 1950 to Stephen, she returned to work as a medical secretary for Dr. Eugene Childers of Edison, NJ. She was accomplished in oil painting, sculpture and stain glass which she also taught to children in afterschool programs in Edison, NJ. The family moved to St. Petersburg Beach, FL in 1979 where she was secretary for The Belle Vista Civic Association, and was on the St. Petersburg Beach Planning and Zoning Board. She relocated to Harbor Bluffs, FL in 1994, where she enjoyed cooking, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren.
A Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 12th at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1507 Trotter Road, Largo. The family will receive friends one hour prior. Donations can be made in the name of Doris Szabo, to the Alzheimer’s Association, Gulf Coast Chapter, 14010 Roosevelt Blvd, Suite 709, Clearwater, FL 33762.
Please sign the guestbook below.
Pete,
With our deepest sympathy.
We know you have been caring for Doris for many many years. We do not know of a more loving couple since we met you and Doris in 1960.
We had some great parties with the Ford Industrial Engineering Department members. After you retired there were the visits to your lovely home in Florida. We will be keeping you in our prayers as the cycle of life goes on.
I wish to thank everyone that has supported my Mother and Father over the many years that they have been together( 63+ married years-WOW!).Mom was the best Mother that anyone could ask for with her patience and love for all.She was a great Teacher of Life and Spirit and will always be remembered with much love.We will miss you Mom and for now rest in Peace in Heaven and with the Good Lord at your side.Love,your son Stephen.
Steve Jr, Maggie, Matthew, Marc, Katie & family.
With my deepest sympathy for the passing of your loving mom. I know how difficult it is to lose someone who has been so close to all her family. May He who now cradles mom in His loving arms, give you peace and comfort knowing she is at her forever home and with the One that has loved her the most. May our Lord continue to keep you in His care, until you meet again.
Suzy Webendorfer (Adam & Heather Plantz’s mom)
With our deepest sympathy. Pete we are so sorry for your loss but know that she is in a better place and one day you will be together again. Her picture with her obituary was just as we remember her several years ago. Steve has had several health problems since we visited each other and very sorry we weren’t able to get down there to visit recently. You will be in our thoughts and we pray that you will find comfort in prayer. Rita and Steve Starr
We are greatly sadden by Aunt Doris’s passing. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. I hold close to my heart wonderful memories of Aunt Doris that I am thankful for and will always cherish. Although we cannot be with you in person during this time, know that you are in our hearts and prays. With love and sympathy, (Cousin) Terry & Ed
She was truly one of the nicest people I had ever met. I know my mom and dad were very fond of her as they were all of you, also. I’m sure she’s enjoying a cup of coffee with my mom up there. I believe I have a picture of her at my parent’s house. If you’re interested, please e-mail me and I will scan it to you. Pleas except my deepest sympathy. Ruth (Brogan) Clark