Obituaries

Miriam A. Doege

Miriam A. Doege, 83, of Elkins died Dec. 16, 2014. She had experienced an acute exacerbation of her COPD following the sudden loss of her only daughter, Mecaela Doege Pope, 60, on Nov. 19, 2014. Miriam was born Oct. 27, 1931, in Prattsville, Ark., and was married to Erwin Doege Aug. 18, 1951, who preceded her in death May 14, 2006. Miriam was a professional folksinger, a prolific songwriter and until recently an active member of local poetry groups. She is survived by her son, Kurt Doege; her brother, James Keesee; grandchildren, Jake Pope, Lauren Doege, Aidan Doege; and great-grandson, Jacob. Private services in celebration of her life will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements by Beard's Funeral Chapel and Crematory. Condolences at www.beardsfuneralchapel.com.

Published December 21, 2014

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