Doris R. (Herrmann) Kaplan, age 88, of Hull, died peacefully, Sunday, July 20, 2025 in the comfort of her home, surrounded by her loving family.

Doris was born in Berlin, Germany, to the late Fritz and Gertrude (Mateiczk) Herrmann. She was a graduate of the West Berlin School of Business and immigrated to the United States in 1962, at the age of twenty-six, initially settling in Boston prior to living in Hull for over fifty-five years.

She worked with Pyrotector, Inc. in Hingham as an assembly line worker for several years and was later employed as a sales associate for Talbots in Hingham.

Doris was an avid gardener, loved her flowers, and was a member of the Hull Garden Club. She was also a member of the Hull Senior Center where she enjoyed playing Mahjong, taking trips, and making many new friendships.

Doris was a strong woman who overcame many of life’s hardships, always having the strength and capacity to remain positive. Most of all, Doris was devoted to her family, proudly supporting all their many activities and accomplishments.

Beloved wife of the late Yale Kaplan.

Loving companion for twenty-three years of William Grant of Hull with whom she traveled the world, enjoying many wonderful adventures and memories together.

Devoted mother of Mark B. Beacher and his wife Kelly of Hull, the late Peggy Deane, the late Sidney Beacher, and the late Beverly D. Baecher.

Much-loved grandmother of James Murray, Paul Deane, Jr., Tyler Deane, Casey Deane, Brandon Beacher, Courtney Beacher, Mary Beacher, Riley Beacher, and Lindsay Hernandez. She was also grandmother of the late Mason Beacher.

Doris is survived by several great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Doris had a special bond with her great-great granddaughter, Evelyn Shay.

Dear sister of Boddo Herrmann of Brussels, Belgium. Doris is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

At the request of the family, funeral services were private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Doris’ memory may be made to the Massachusetts Commission for the Blind, c/o Chief Financial Officer, 600 Washington Street, Boston, MA 02111.