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Hubert Dotzauer Obituary
He was a proud WWII veteran. He retired from the US. Post Office after 22 years. After retirement they moved to Newport News, Virginia.
He and his wife Shirley attended the First Reformed Church while in Pompton Plains and Warwick Memorial United Methodist Church in Newport News.
He is survived by his devoted wife Shirley, daughter Diane Evans and long-time partner Eric Taliaferro, daughter Jan Dotzauer, and daughter Lori Galiano and husband Frank Galiano.They have 4 grandchildren, Sean Evans, Kimberly Evans, Ria Galiano Brucchieri (husband Angelo) and Frankie Galiano. They have two great-granddaughters, the Flower Girls, Rosie and Violet Brucchieri.
Their marriage was filled with respect, humor, and a sweet dedication to each other. They were always seen holding hands. Love and loyalty to family meant the world to him.
Another WWII vet crosses the finish line.
Due to Covid-19 a streamed memorial service will be held at the Warwick Memorial United Methodist Church on Friday October Oct 23, 2020 at 1:00pm. Please visit www.bucktroutfuneralhome.net to offer the family condolences.
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Craig Morgan
March 15, 2025
I Worked With Hubie In The Pompton Plains Post Office ALot Of Years.Great Friend
Gillian Hettinger
October 14, 2024
Hubert´s gentle soul and loving personality will always be remembered.
Gillian and Norman Hettinger
October 23, 2020
He was the truest, gentlest man who served his country with bravery and valor. His marriage to Shirley was a 71-year-long love affair. One of the finest representatives of The Greatest Generation who will be sorely missed.
October 20, 2020
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