Doris Backley, 90, passed away on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. She was a native of Fries, Virginia, and had lived in Carrollton, Virginia, for 41 years. Doris worked as a Quality Inspector at Hampton Machine for over 10 years and was a Christian by faith.
Doris was preceded in death by her husband of 30 years, Frederick Backley, her parents, Roscoe Burnette and Hazel Burnette, and her brother, Everette Burnette. She is survived by her son, Ronald Backley, and daughter, Rhonda Weinstein; six
grandchildren, Amanda James, Amber Peloquin, Rachel Chellis, Cody Backley, Sarah Newman, and Wes Newman; three great-grandchildren, Cayden James, Carolyn James, and Lucas Chellis; brothers Eldon and Roger Burnette; and sisters, Sue Register and Charlotte Archer. Her beloved furry friend, Gizmo, also survives Doris.
Doris leaves a tremendous legacy. She will be missed immensely, but her legacy will live on in her children, grandchildren, and all who knew and loved her.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., at Peninsula Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, September 3, at 12:00 p.m. with Tony Vaughn and Tim Register officiating. Burial will follow at Peninsula Memorial Park.
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Ronald, Rhonda and your families, I cannot express how much your mother was loved by our Wilson family. Doris & Fred were a huge part of our lives and we have so many memories of you two and them to cherish. Our hearts are broken, but we know she is in heaven and that we will see her again someday. Thoughts and prayers are with you in these coming days, weeks and months as you learn to live life on earth without her.
My sincere condolences for the loss of your mother. Doris was a second mom to all the kids in our neighborhood. We were all blessed to have her in our lives. May she rest in eternal peace.