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Eric Dott Obituary

Aaron Eric Dott, Sr.(Age 89) passed away at Gilchrist Hospice on April 04, 2016.Preceeded in death by parents Abraham and Yetta Dott and two sisters Marlene Shapiro and Helen Goodman. Service was private. He was a lover of family, friends, animals and business. A serial entrepreneur and marketer, he founded or purchased dozens of printing and game publishing companies under the Monarch Avalon , Inc. umbrella. He was also owner of the Sands Hotel and Ricky"s Chinese restaurant in Ocean City in the '60's and Peerce's Plantation restaurant as recently as 2009. Eric adored Esther Dott, his wife of sixty-five years. Together they shared a love of professional sports, the performing arts and owned a real estate investment company together. Eric enjoyed meeting new people and often gave them angel pins, a small gift or candy to break the ice. He was a gentleman dairy farmer, collector of antique cars and a loving and caring husband, father and grandfather. Eric Dott is survived his wife Esther, three children, Gay Dott Pitz, Rick and Jack Dott, seven grandchildren Shawn (Lauren) and Zach Pitz, Larkin Fitzsimmons, Lauren and Hayley Dott, Ryan Shannon, Erin Mangle and seven great grandchildren. Contributions may be made to Eric's favorite charity, Helping Up Mission, 1029 E. Baltimore Ave., Baltimore, MD 21202

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Published by Baltimore Sun on Apr. 15, 2016.

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Bob St. Ours

October 1, 2023

Back in 1972 as a young and very green salesman for Harris Seybold Corporation, I sold Eric a Harris LUP 2/color 49" printing press.It was my
first press sale of a career selling printing equipment that spanned 25 years. Eric was a tough, savvy businessman who was a fun guy to call on. He always had time to see me and to listen to what I had to say. I really respected him and to this day I admire his approach to business and many of the lessons he taught me. My condolences to his family and especially to his son, Jack who, so ably followed in his footsteps. May he rest in peace.

Cynthia Laroche

October 26, 2019

My favorite book hide a baby hide a bear. Rip Mr.Dott

August 24, 2018

I was just reminiscing about my employment in the late 80's at Avalon Hill/Monarch Printing. I've been in the video game industry for over 26 years now and can trace that career back to a kind man who showed an interest in a punk 18 year old kid working in his warehouse emptying trash cans. Mr. Dott nurtured the interest I had in gaming by letting me evaluate demo submissions he received daily in the mail. This was the experience that allowed a high-school drop out to get a footing in the video game industry. Thank God for the example life and heart of a man like Mr. Dott.

-Destin

Jack Dott

June 11, 2016

Thank you ALL for your kind words and memories.
The Dott Family

Charles Wolpoff

April 29, 2016

Esther, Jack, Gay, Rick: I am so sorry for your loss. Eric was such a wonderful person. To me, Sue, my entire family, he was ALWAYS unbelievably generous,kind, welcoming, and full of encouragement. Whenever he would give us tickets to a sporting event, or an Avalon Hill board game--or even an Afghan Hound!--I could not help but feel that he was sharing some of his joy for life, and that giving meant so much more to him than receiving. I will remember him always as a unique and special friend to my father and my family. This world needs more people like him. I will miss Eric.

With my sincerest sympathy,

April 18, 2016

Hi Miss Ester and family,

My Dad, John Martelle worked for Mr Dott for many years at Monarch. My Dad thought very highly of both of you. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. He was a great guy!

With sympathy,
Mena Martelle Dyches

Michael Molz

April 17, 2016

Rick: Sincere condolences on your dad's passing.. Will say a prayer for you/family.. - Michael (Camp Calvert / CHMA) Molz

Anne Dickerson

April 15, 2016

He sounds like a pistol who lived a great life. I know how much his family loved and appreciated him, and I'm sorry he's gone.

Amanda Gollar

April 15, 2016

He will be missed, I have many small angel pins! My condolences to Mrs.Dott and family. Love, LEVELS MADC

April 15, 2016

So sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and hope in God's Word the Bible during this most difficult time.

Donald E. Allen

April 15, 2016

Thank you for all the memories. Those that belong to yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

Bruce Milligan

April 15, 2016

I had five great years working for Eric at The Avalon Hill Game Company, for which I will always be grateful, as this was also my start in an industry where I remain to this day.

Joseph Balkoski

April 15, 2016

A generous and caring person who influenced my life very positively. I will miss him.

Linda Foster

April 15, 2016

Dear Ester,
So sorry to hear of Eric's passing. I have many fond memories of you both. When Richard died so many years ago, you were both so very kind. I hope you take comfort in knowing you both made a difference in my world.
Sincerely
Linda Foster

Randy Heller

April 15, 2016

Randy Heller- Eric Dott Sr.was particularly kind to our daughter. He granted permission for her to do a senior high school internship within the offices of TAHGC art department. He was very considerate of me when working with his staff as an independent game designer. He was a straight shooter. I have fond memories.

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