Dorris Eugene Vaughn, Sr.

July 20, 2023

Dorris Eugene Vaughn, Sr., age 90, of Seminole, AL gained his heavenly reward on July 20, 2023. Dorris was born on February 15, 1933, in Franklin, TN to parents, Howard and Pauline Vaughn.

Dorris wed Teenie Vaughn on June 30, 1951. They built a wonderful life together, including raising ten children. He was a good provider for his family. Dorris was an expert machinist and tool and die maker and was a perfectionist in his work. He was also an excellent mechanic. During his lifetime, he built several homes and even a built a boat. He always loved aviation and his lifelong dream was to learn to fly. So much so, that after retirement he got his pilot's license, purchased a plane and built an airstrip on his property so that he could fly whenever he wanted. He was a dedicated employee and volunteer at NAS Pensacola for many years. Most importantly, He loved the Lord fervently. He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather that has left an enduring Godly heritage.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Pauline Vaughn; brother, Kenneth Vaughn; son, John Vaughn and son-in-law, Chris Hawkins, Sr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 72 years, Teenie Vaughn; daughters, Debra (Avon) Fowler, Connie Hawkins, Paula (George) Bechtold, Pam (Jerry) Hahn, and Carol (Joel) Coberly; sons, Eugene Vaughn, Douglas Vaughn, James (Wendy) Vaughn and Glenn (Shellie) Vaughn; daughter-in-law, Pam Vaughn, 23 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren, and sisters, Velma Fillingim and Norma (Clarke) Danzey; and his sister-in-law, Wanda Vaughn.

The family will receive friends beginning at 2:00 pm, Saturday, July 22, 2023, at Victory Assembly of God. Funeral Services will begin at 3:00 pm at Victory Assembly of God, 1895 Victory Road, Cantonment, FL 32533 with Rev. Jeff McKee officiating. Interment will follow at Vaughn Family Cemetery at 19756 Vaughn Road, Seminole, AL. Music by son, Rev. Glenn Vaughn.

Active Pallbearers and Honorary Pallbearers will be his grandsons. Active Pallbearers: Chris Hawkins, Jr., Kenny Wayne McDonald, David Hawkins. Brandon Vaughn, Joey Coberly, Tyler Vaughn, Lowell Vaughn, Travis Vaughn. Honorary Pallbearers: Daniel Hahn, Zachary Hahn, Nathan Vaughn, Weston Vaughn.

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  1. Kristy Mauldin Garrett on July 23rd, 2023 9:52 pm

    Prayers for this wonderful family much love and prayers

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