Stacy Doranda Houser

Stacy Doranda Houser was a loving mother, daughter, and friend whose bright smile and unmistakable style left a mark on everyone who knew her. Born May 29, 1991, in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, Stacy grew up in the Harlan County area and carried with her the warmth of that community throughout her life. She graduated from Harlan County High School, where she played softball and was active in the Beta Club, and later earned an associate degree from Southeast Community and Technical College.

Stacy found joy in simple pleasures and shared them freely — traveling when she could, listening to music, swimming, and taking trips to the beach. Summers spent as a lifeguard at the Lynch Country Club recall a young woman comfortable in the water and at ease caring for others. She took pride in her work as a cashier at Family Dollar and as a seamstress at the S.E.K.R.I. factory, where friends remembered her dedication and the care she brought to her tasks.

Above all, Stacy treasured her family. She was devoted to her son, Zyaire, and to her parents, Kevin Lee and Judy Rice Houser; her dog Cayden Scotch was a constant companion and part of the household she adored. Those who loved her remember a whimsical, loyal spirit whose favorite flower — the daisy — seemed to suit her perfectly: cheerful, genuine, and full of life.

Though her life was far too short, Stacy lived with intention and a fierce will to embrace life’s moments. Her memory lives on in the laughter of her child, in the stories of friends and family, and in the small, everyday ways she made life brighter for those around her. Cumberland Valley Funeral Home served the family and arrangements were made by those who loved her most.