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David Dolan Obituary
Prof. David Dolan passed away unexpectedly June 18, 2013.
David was born September 12, 1949, in Detroit, MI, the son of David Lawrence Dolan and Rosemary (Lytle) Dolan. He grew up in Detroit with his six siblings and attended schools there.
David earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and M.S. in Environmental Engineering at Notre Dame University, an M.A. in Statistics at the University of Michigan, and a Ph.D. in Mathematics at MacMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. He became a faculty member of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay in 1999, and a full professor in 2012. Prior to joining UW-Green Bay, he worked for many years as an Environmental Statistician for the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the International Joint Commission. David's primary focus was on the Great Lakes and his skills as a Statistician contributed greatly to an understanding of the quality of their waters. He was the recipient of many awards during his tenure at UW-Green Bay and was an active member of the University Union. David thoroughly enjoyed teaching and it showed in the help he freely gave to many students, both graduate and undergraduate, with completing their projects and theses.
David was a quiet and thoughtful man, devoted to his wife and children. He was an avid bridge player and a fan of Notre Dame football and Detroit Red Wings hockey. He had discriminating taste in popular music. He also enjoyed Irish music, and was known to lift a pint of Guinness on occasion.
David is survived by his wife Mary; sons, Andrew and Frederick; and four grandchildren, Ryan, Adrienne, Kiersten and Athena.
A Memorial Service to celebrate his life will be held on Friday, June 28, 2013, at the Mauthe Center on the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay campus, beginning at 1:00 pm. Blaney Funeral Home is assisting the family. To send online condolences, please go to www.BlaneyFuneralHome.com.
In lieu of flowers, the family plans to establish a graduate scholarship fund in David's name through the International Association for Great Lakes Research, a scientific organization David belonged to and served in various positions, including the Board of Directors, since 1976. Checks made out to the association may be sent to 4840 S. State Rd., Ann Arbor, MI 48108, with "David Dolan Memorial Scholarship" indicated on the check.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Dolan
Saulius Simoliunas
June 20, 2019
David lives in our hearts and in many citations in scientific literature and there he will remain forever.
Bill Muno
October 9, 2013
Dave was my friend and lab partner at ND. We worked together at EPA Region 5 in Chicago for several years. He was a great guy and will be missed. May he rest in peace.
June 29, 2013
Dear Mary, I am shocked and saddened at Dave's passing from this earth so early. Although I didn't get to know Dave too well, it was always such a pleasure to see him as he was such a fun guy. If it weren't for the environmental movemt. and all that you two have done, I would never have gotten to meet such a wonderful guy. I'm thinking of you in your sorrow, and will always remember Dave with much much fondness.
Love always,
Irene Welch
June 27, 2013
Dear Mary, So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Our Great Lakes science family is greatly diminished. Take care of yourself, Mary, and know that you are loved. Your friend, Bruce Manny
June 27, 2013
Dear Mary
I am so sorry to hear the sad news and let us ask God to accept David in paradise and help you to cope in this difficult time.
Abdel H. El-Shaarawi
Keri Hornbuckle
June 27, 2013
Dear Mary and family, my heart is with you. Dave was a very kind, warm, and thoughtful person. He is an example of the kind of scientist I have always wanted to be.
Art and Aimee Hayden
June 26, 2013
Mary- We are so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We will always remember what a good sport he was during the football games against Notre Dame. We all hold fun memories that will never be forgotten. Hold on to those memories to help you through this. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 26, 2013
Dear Mary
You and Dave are two of my fondest memories from my time working with IAGLR. Dave was a man of heart, wisdom morals, and smiles that I much admired. My heart goes out to you.
Love Ora (Johannsson)
Sue Hendricks (Mathews)
June 26, 2013
Mary:
I was deeply saddened to learn of Dave's passing recently. I have great memories of him at LLRS-Grosse Ile(EPA) in the 80s and on cruise on the Blue Water on Saginaw Bay. Please know that my husband, David White, and I send our sympathies to you and your family in this time of grief. Dave was a great guy and colleague!
June 26, 2013
Mary:
I was so saddened to hear of Dave's passing. I have such fond memories of Dave when we worked together at LLRS-Grosse Ile on Saginaw Bay and other Great Lakes ecosystems. The last correspondence I had with Dave was around 2007 regarding TMDLs and appreciated his knowledge in general! So sorry to hear of this and know that I (and my husband, David White) send our sympathies. Remembering both of you and your sons. Best regards, Susan Hendricks (Mathews) of Cranbrook....
June 26, 2013
Mary
I so enjoyed Dave's insights into the facts and figures that permeated the Great Lakes community. Wonderful co-worker via IAGLR & IJC adventures.
Mike Whittle (ex DFO)
June 26, 2013
Mary,
I am very surprised and saddened to hear of Dave's recent death. He was his usual cheerful self at IAGLR. The Great Lakes will miss his knowledge & wisdom. My deepest condolence to you and to his family.
Tom Murphy
Melanie Neilson
June 26, 2013
Dear Mary
I was so deeply saddened to learn of Dave's passing. He was such a dear soul. I have so many memories of Dave: planning Great Lakes surveillance cruises, collaborating on reports, statistical workshops with our colleagues, IAGLR Board meetings, IAGLR conferences (including his development of a new protocol for determining Best Student Presentation - and, who could forget Dave on the stage being hypnotized?!). You and your family are in my prayers and Dave will continue to be in my thoughts.
Joe and Joyce Makarewicz
June 25, 2013
Mary: Our prayers and thoughts are with you and David.
Linda Mortsch
June 25, 2013
Mary, so sorry to hear about the sudden passing of Dave. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Tom Muir
June 25, 2013
Mary,
Like all of us, I was shocked and saddened by the news of Dave's passing. Sometimes life just isn't fair and the good die young. You are in my thoughts. Tom Muir
Tom Muir
June 25, 2013
Mary,
Like everyone else, I am shocked and saddened to hear of Dave's sudden passing. Sometimes life just isn't fair and the good die young. Dave was unique. I am truly sorry. Tom Muir
Barry Lesht
June 25, 2013
Mary - I just heard the terrible and unbelievable news. I feel like I've lost a brother. Kay and I send our thoughts and deepest condolences.
June 24, 2013
Dear Mary,
Sending love and prayers your way. So, sudden. Such a great guy to use math and science for the well-being of our planet! Glad that he led the way to teach many. i am so glad we were able to visit last October.
- Neda
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Helga Miller
June 24, 2013
Tom and I are thinking of you, Mary. We are so thankful we got to know Dave and learned so much from him. He was a kind and patient teacher and the two of you will always be in our thoughts when we sit down and play a hand of bridge.
Ethan James
June 23, 2013
Dave was an old family friend. He was always kind, and I have fond memories of him from long ago.
Condolences,
Ethan James
June 23, 2013
I met Dave thru mutual Bridge friends and he played often in my rec room in the Allouez-Eastwood Avenue duplicate club. I remember him as an excellent partner and player and one very nice man. Dennis Bonk
Gary Hanson
June 23, 2013
Thoughtful, unique sense of humor, friendly and truly dedicated to family. I wish I'd have known him much better. Mary and family, know we all love you and will miss Dave greatly.
Saulius Simoliunas
June 23, 2013
David was a staunch defender of environment protection by his scientific work and public statements, I never met a greater environmentalist than David,
June 23, 2013
To Mary and the Dolan family,
The entire Green Bay duplicate bridge community is deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Dave was a cheerful and thoughtful partner, and a very astute competitor. I will always remember his gracious manner and extend my heartfelt sympathies to the family he loved so dearly.
Pete Loken
June 21, 2013
I had Prof Dolan for my Statistics Class. Even though I had to retake it, I enjoyed having him as my professor.
Sorrel James-Wunderlin
June 21, 2013
I knew Dave years ago, he was a wonderful friend and an all around great guy. So sorry to hear of his passing!
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