Photo courtesy of Daniel K. Regan Funeral Home - Montrose
Montrose, Pennsylvania
Mar 25, 1941 – Aug 10, 2022
Arthur C. Doolittle, 81, of Kingsley passed away peacefully at home on August 10, 2022. Born March 25, 1941 in Uniondale to the late Cletus and Thelma (Rynearson) Doolittle.
Surviving is his wife of 36 years, Karen (Benedict) Doolittle; children Patty (Don) Hill, Arthur Jr. (Lisa), Vincent (Jan), Eric (Katherine), Stephanie (Kevin) Bandru, Kenna (Chris) Bennett, Mike (Beth) Folmar, 17 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren, siblings Thelma Wright, Dolores Carra, Jim (Jane) Doolittle and brother in law Joseph Tomazin; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by two brothers, Cletus “Buddy” and William and sisters Bernadette Slick and Julia Thomazin.
As a young adult he enjoyed small game hunting and trapping. After graduating from Johnson Technical School, he started his career at Proctor and Gamble where he retired after 30 years as a machinist. A survivor of polio, he never let his limitations slow him down. He was admired for his strong work ethic that he instilled in his children. He was a longtime member of the Masonic lodge Hartford #445 where he served as grand master. He had many interests including western movies, metalworking, welding, leather crafting, and woodworking. Building the family home was one of the many woodworking projects he enjoyed. He also loved spending time with his family and friends. His big personality will be greatly missed by all.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff at traditional home health and hospice for their care and compassion.
A Funeral Service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at the First Universalist Church in Brooklyn, PA, with Rev. Alan Jagger, Hop Bottom, PA, officiating. Visitation will be on Monday from 6-8 p.m. with a Masonic Service at 7:30 p.m. at the Daniel K. Regan Funeral Home, Montrose, PA. The family requests that those attending please wear a mask.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Masonic lodge Hartford #445.
Read MoreSorry to hear of Art's passing l worked with Art at Acker Drilling and at Proctor and Gamble on the paper machines as a millwright machinest.
Kenneth Darko Kingsport Tennessee
August 21, 2022
Patty, Eric and family. Our deepest sympathy.I'm sorry to for your loss of your father. We're thinking of you.
Tony and Bonnie Pulice
August 20, 2022 | South Gibson Pa. | Friend
Karen and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Art was a friend, strong Survivor, witty individual, Intelligent and always willing to help and give advice. John & Mary Ellen
John and Mary Ellen Demmer
August 14, 2022 | Friend
Rest in peace, Art. You lived a full life and now it is time for you to relax and take it easy.
I first met Artie in the 1970s when he was doing construction work on my mother's house in Glenwood, PA. My family and I have been blessed to know him all these years both in Pennsylvania and North Carolina. He was a delight and friend!
Karen, I think of you often and am so sorry for your family's loss.
Love you always!
Melanie Walter
August 14, 2022 | Wilmington, NC | Friend
Rest in peace,Artie
JOHN PALUZZI
August 12, 2022 | DALTON, PA | Friend
Sorry for your family lost. It’s was great knowing Art and Karen. Will miss all the time they came down for the winter. Ralph and Susan Morgan.
Susan and Ralph Morgan
August 12, 2022 | Burgaw, NC | Friend
Rest in peace my friend since childhood. A high school classmate and a devoted family man I will miss you Artie. My prayers go out to Karen and family.
Joseph Garrick
August 12, 2022 | Vandling, PA | Classmate
Karen and family, I knew Art from our childhood days in Forest City, and he was a true survivor. He always forged ahead and did not let the little things in life bother him. God Bless and keep him.
Bob and Peg Wirts
August 11, 2022 | Browndale, PA | Friend
Karen & family... we are very sorry to hear of Artie's passing. May he rest in peace.
Gerard & Marie Rouilliard
August 11, 2022 | Vandling, PA | Classmate
