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STEVEN DOTSON
ADA — Steven E. Dotson, 51, passed away April 13, 2017 at his residence. Steven was born October 26, 1965 in Lima to the late Robert and Helen (Nungester) Dotson.
Steven graduated from Bluffton High School and most recently worked at Diamond Manufacturing in Bluffton. He had also worked at Accubuilt in Lima and Buckeye Body in Beaverdam. Steven enjoyed racing and building race engines.
Survivors include his son, Blake Kendrick of Ada, a brother, Robert (Janet) Dotson of Lima, a sister, Pam (Bob) Hadding of Lima, two nieces, Destiny (George) Caldwell of Lima, Andrea Hudson of Beaverdam; two nephews, James and Chris Hadding both of Lima; and three great-nieces, Makenzy, Kaylee Tatum.
Steven was preceded in death by a sister, Sonya Hudson.
Services will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 19, 2017 at Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, Bluffton. Pastor Randy Allen officiating. Visitation will be Wednesday from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in care of Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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JT
July 5, 2017
Offering my sincere condolences to the Family, may you find comfort from the encouraging words found at 1 Thessalonians 4:14
Candy Mack
April 20, 2017
My prayers are with you
Judi Hammer
April 20, 2017
So sorry for your loss
Thad Eckenwiler
April 19, 2017
Unfortunately, I just learned of Steve's passing. Please accept my late condolences, the family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Mike Melvin
April 17, 2017
Another cousin lost so young. Heaven gained another good one. Until we meet again Cuz, spread your wings & fly!!
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