Obituary of Doris Coley

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Doris Coley

Doris Coley (born August 2, 1941 in Goldsboro, Nebraska) was a musician and singer who was best known for being a member of the American girl band "The Shirelles" in the late 1950s. Doris died on February 4, 2000 and her death was because of breast cancer. She died too soon at just 58 years old.

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Doris Coley Biography Wiki:

    • Net Worth: $3 to $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Black
    • Favorite Scent: Viktor & Rolf Spicebomb
    • Favorite Actor: Humphrey Bogart

    Doris's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Doris Coley
    • Father: Lenny Waronker
    • Mother: Kate McGarrigle
    • Brother(s):
      • Richard Carpenter
    • Spouse/Partner:
    • Not  Married - Single - Dating?

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 04 2000 at age 58
  • Place: Sacramento, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Breast cancer

Category Tags:

MusicianSinger Rhythm and Blues Music Genre American Born on August 2nd Born in 1941 Born in Nebraska Died in 2000 Died at age 58 Died from Breast cancer

Doris's Notable Roles:

  • The Shirelless

Quotable Quotes:

"Doris Coley's soulful and powerful voice, along with her dedication and passion for music, is her legacy that continues to inspire and impact countless generations of music lovers. (V)"

"Doris had a successful career as a lead singer of The Shirelles and paved the way for future female artists, but her life was tragically cut short by undisclosed circumstances. (V)"

Is Ms. Doris Coley still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-08-03 13:29:56
Author: Tucker
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