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Welcome everyone,
First and foremost, thank you for taking time out of your day to even be here reading this message. My name is Ricky, and I am accompanied by my big brother Junior and we are the sons of Doris. It is with heavy hearts that we write you today, as we have recently lost our beloved mother to cancer. Despite her courageous battle for the past 7 years, she was unable to overcome this devastating disease. We are still trying to come to terms with our loss and are seeking your help as we navigate through this difficult time.
My mother, Doris, was truly a selfless individual. Despite her ongoing battle with cancer, she always put the needs and wants of others before her own. She had a unique ability to reassure everyone that she was okay, even when she was dealing with pain both physically and mentally. Her selflessness and positive attitude were truly inspiring and will always be remembered by those who knew and loved her. This selflessness was not limited to her family, but extended to her friends, colleagues and even acquaintances.
She was always ready to lend a hand, a listening ear or a shoulder to cry on because despite her battling cancer, she had the wherewithal to see that someone else was in need. She always knew if someone was hurting or struggling, she knew whenever there was a void that needed to be filled and she would provide that to whomever without hesitation. It’s almost as if she could see directly into our hearts and would find a way to make YOU feel better than you ever did. She would inspire you, motivate you and give you the confidence that whatever was bothering you, will soon pass and that you’d come out stronger. EVERYTHING SHE DID WAS OUT OF LOVE. I’ve never known a person with a heart as big as hers and I never understood HOW she was able to be there for everyone. I guess I never knew WHY she did that for everyone because as her son I did not have the capacity to understand it. I just yearned for my mother to focus on herself and prioritize herself for once because I was afraid of the inevitable. But I remember her telling me while I was visiting her in the hospital that, regardless of whatever you face in life son, you always have to do right by others and be there for one another. You have to be kind because you never know what someone may be going through… And that was a testament to her life, you wouldn’t have known she was going through treatments Tuesdays & Thursdays, that the doctors told her to treat it as terminal, these are things she kept to herself because she cared so much about everyone & never wanted anyone to be discouraged by what she was going through.
Her determination, resiliency and positive spirit were an inspiration to us all. Her legacy will live on through the countless lives she touched and the selfless acts of kindness she performed. I believe this is a powerful reminder of the importance of putting others before ourselves. Let us remember and honor my mother, Doris, by being selfless and compassionate in our own lives, just as she was.
As her sons, we are heartbroken and struggling to come to terms with this loss. In addition to the emotional toll, her illness and treatment have also resulted in a financial strain for our family. We are reaching out to our community for support during this difficult time. Any donation, no matter how small, would be greatly appreciated. The funds will be used to cover medical expenses and assist with her final arrangements. We will be forever grateful for your generosity and support during this time of need. We will always remember our mother, Doris, as a unique, selfless, loving, kind soul who fought to the very end. Let's honor her memory by continuing to fight for a cure and by being as selfless and courageous as she was in our own lives. Please help us to give her the farewell she deserves as we celebrate her life story.
For those that would like to support and contribute to our goal, I've added a Venmo option below. Please contact me or our family if you have any questions.

Co-organizers (2)
Reynaldo Celendro
Organizer
San Diego, CA
JanArlene Celendro
Co-organizer