Doree Ann Lunnen was born on April 13, 1979 in Salt Lake City. She died peacefully on March 12, 2000 after a long, painful, but always courageous bout with Rabdo Myosarcoma (cancer).
She had two sets of loving parents, April Melody Merrill and Byron Tahbo, and Robert and Nancy Lunnen. She also had two step-fathers, Dave Severson, and Steve Feld who were always a part of her life. She had four brothers, and nine sisters, and many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews, plus more friends than could be counted.She was preceded in death by her beloved sister, Lisa; and her brother, Randy. Her special love and soulmate Paul Snow was by her side and took care of her throughout her illness.
Doree graduated from Hillcrest High School and worked as a nail tech and student with her sister, Angie.
Doree's mission on this earth was short but very meaningful. She taught all of us lucky enough to know her:
-how to be compassionate to the less fortunate
-how to turn a bad situation into a better one
-how to love someone who is less than lovable
-how to work willingly at unpleasant tasks
-how to suffer unspeakable pain with strength and dignity.
Doree wishes to thank all of those friends and family who loved and supported her during her illness, especially the cancer team at Primary Children's Hospital, the wonderful people at the pain clinic and the Hospice staff who helped Doree pass from this life to the next. Thanks Anne and Charlene!
In lieu of flowers please send contributions to Primary Children's Medical Center, P.O. Box 58249, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84158-0249, in memory of Doree Ann Lunnen, or put your donations in a box at the mortuary.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, March 15, 2000 at 11 a.m. at the LDS 33rd Ward Chapel, 932 West Green Oaks Drive (5900 So.). Friends and family may pay their respects Tuesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 So. 1700 E., Sandy and at the ward Wednesday one hour prior to services.
"I tried so hard to stay with all of you. I love you and will miss you." Doree