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Official Obituary of

Doris A. (Knight) Bosley

February 23, 1962 ~ May 6, 2026 (age 64) 64 Years Old

Doris Bosley Obituary

It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved Doris Anne Knight Bosley.

Born February 23, 1962 in Oil City, PA., Doris graced this world with her presence for 64 incredible years.

She peacefully departed on May 6, 2026 at the Oil City Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center., embraced by the love and prayers of her family.

Doris was the cherished daughter of John “Willlie” Knight and Anita Knight, who instilled in her the values of kindness, resilience and faith. These values guided her life and were evident in every action. She was preceded in death by her devoted husband Larry Bosley, her loving parents and her dear brothers Stephen and David Knight. The reunion of their souls in the hereafter is a source of comfort to those she leaves behind.

Doris found her soulmate in Larry Bosley, whom she married in 1990 in Columbus, GA.

Together they raised two children Gerald and Anita, who were the center of her world.

Her caring heart extended beyond her immediate family, touching the lives of neighbors and close friends, who became like family.

She attended Oil City High School. Her most profound education, however came from her unwavering faith and her belief in the power of prayer and miracles.

Doris’ deep spirituality was a cornerstone of her life guiding her through both joyful and challenging times.

Doris leaves behind her beloved son Gerald Knight and his wife Amber, her daughter Anita Bosley and Vontavious Knight, their half brother on their fathers side, whom was like another son. Her brothers Thomas and James Knight and sisters Patricia(Gary) Diggs and Kathy(Don) Bouchard) Knight. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews, whom will carry on her legacy of love and compassion.

Doris will be remembered as a devoted wife, loving mother/mother-in-law, a cherished sister and a loyal friend.

Her legacy of faith, love and kindness will forever remain in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

As we say goodbye, we take solace in knowing she is resting in eternal peace, reunited with loved ones, in the loving arms of the lord, she deeply cherished.

Rest in Peace, our beloved Doris

You will be dearly missed, but your spirit will live on in our hearts forever.

In honoring Doris’ Memory the family kindly requests that memorials may be made to the American Diabetes Association, an organization close to her heart.

In lieu of flowers contributions can me made through tehir website https://diabetes.org/

The Reinsel Funeral Home isin charge of the arranegements.

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