Doris Jean Lesher

     Doris “Doey” Jean Lesher, 77, of Gooding died, February 16, 2020 at Bennett Hills Care Center.

     Doey was born December 17, 1942 in Albany, New York the daughter of Leonard and Lucille Lesher.  She was raised in Marsing, Idaho and attended Vallievue High School.  Doey went on to start a day care in 1965 in Caldwell, Idaho then later moving to Shoshone, Idaho, were she took care of a multitude of children and was a second mom to many.  Doey’s heart and arms were always open to those in need. 

     She is survived by her niece and nephews that adopted her as their second mother - Carlene Gaston (Jay Ha), Karl Gaston (Shonia Gaston) and Kirtus Gaston (Stephanie Gaston). Grandchildren - Kalli Gaston (Eric Gaston), Jessica Gaston, and Seyara Gaston.  Great grandchildren - Zander Gaston, Brooklyn Wisdom, Heidi Wisdom, Eli Gaston, Daxten Corder, Braxton and Sophia Gaston.

     She is preceded in death by her father - Leonard Lesher, mother - Lucille Lesher, and sister -Deanna Gaston.

     Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm on February 25, 2020 at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.  Burial will follow at the Elmwood Cemetery in Gooding.

     Family members and friends may attend viewing from 12:00 to 1:00 pm on February 25, 2020 at Demaray Funeral Service – Gooding Chapel.

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