Name: Visitation for Donald A. Doolittle
Start: 2019-02-23T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-02-23T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home

Donald A. Doolittle

Kirkwood - Donald A. Doolittle, 89, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 18, 2019, at home surrounded by his loving family.

Born on November 6, 1929 to Nelson E. (Eddie) and Estelle E. (Stella) (Roberts) Doolittle, Don lived his life on the Doolittle farm located on Trim Street in Kirkwood, New York. He is predeceased by his parents and brother, Archibald Doolittle.

Don is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, JoAnn (Sorber) Doolittle, and his sister, Ann (Pam) Breward of Connecticut.

Don leaves behind a legacy of 7 children. Chris (Rita) Doolittle, Laurie (Tom) Tracy, Bonnie Pecka, Cindy Picciano, Jeff Doolittle, Jon (Jennina) Doolittle, and Kathy (David George) Swezey.

He was also blessed with 20 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 3 nieces and a nephew. Deanna (Rich) Avery, Christopher (Lindsay) Doolittle, Erik (Constance) Tracy, Ian (Vicky) Tracy, Elise (Sean) Cook, Sarah (Chris) Kroll, Todd (Chanelle) Pecka, Jennifer Pecka, Travis (Kayleigh Dunlap) Pecka, Liam Ryan (Sam) Harrington, Alex Picciano, Evan Picciano, Jordan (Hannah Deane) Doolittle, Jake (Shelbie Golden) Doolittle, Ken Doolittle, Loch (Amanda) Doolittle, Logan Doolittle, Nate Swezey, Hannah Swezey, Ben Swezey, and Grace Swezey. Layla, Caleb, Ethan, Aaron, Addison, Easton, Michaela, Cora, Lucian, Cole, Max, Rye, Lily, Kaylee, Jaxson, Roland, Holden and two more on the way! Nieces, Dana Breward, Stacey (Peter) Beaupre, Linda Doolittle and nephew, Larry Doolittle.

Don was a 30 year retiree as Director of the Agricultural Stabilization Conservation Service for the Broome County branch of the USDA. In his retirement, Don grew Christmas trees on the Doolittle Farm right through this past holiday season, while proudly driving his 1952 Ferguson tractor. He was an active member of the Kirkwood Lion's Club, Windsor Alumni Association and the NRA. Don was known to drop everything he was doing to help his many friends and family that needed help or were struggling. He could be seen frequenting many sporting and music events at Windsor High School where he served on the school board when the high school was built. Some of his greatest joys were watching his children and grandchildren participate in school events. He had great pride in their accomplishments. He grew the most fabulous vegetable gardens, made the best pickles, painted beautiful pictures and gave the best bear hugs. He will be incredibly missed. ". …Be not burdened with times of sorrow; look for the sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full, I savored much; good friends, good times, a loved one's touch…" (Moseley)

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, February 23, 2019, 5pm at the Wm. R. Chase & Son Funeral Home, 737 Chenango Street, Port Dickinson. Burial will be at the convenience of the family in Riverside Cemetery, Windsor. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Saturday from 3pm until the time of service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Donald Doolittle Agricultural Scholarship fund. Mail to: Black Knight Scholarship Fund at Community Foundation for South Central New York at 520 Columbia Drive Johnson City NY 13790 or to Windsor Central High School District Office at 1191 NY Route 79 Windsor NY 13865

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Press & Sun-Bulletin on Feb. 21, 2019.

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Steve Randall

February 26, 2019

Sorry for your loss.

February 24, 2019

To the entire Doolittle Family,

Don was a wonderful man! He loved Windsor Central School District,
and was an active participant in working to preserve the history of the district. I always enjoyed my meetings with him wether it was at the Historical Perservation Committee meetings, or at Schneider's Market. He loved his community and people in general.

Thank you for sharing him with all of the rest of us!

Oliver N. Blaise, Jr.

Ray Major

February 23, 2019

Jeff & Jon,
Thinking of you...in the words of Robert Louis Stevenson... Like a bird
Singing in the rain,
Let grateful memories
Survive in time of sorrow.

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Jason Griffin

February 21, 2019

I had the great honor of knowing this man. I was a member with him in the Kirkwood Lions Club. I loved to listen to him tell all his stories. He was a true gentleman. And he talked about his family all the time. He will be greatly missed by so many. He is a type of man that you should hope to be.

February 21, 2019

JoAnn and Family,
Don and I are so sorry for your loss. We loved having you both as neighbors for so many years. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Darlene & Don Fox

Robert Markoff

February 21, 2019

Sorry to hear of Don' S passing. Our prayers are with you

KATHLEEN BREWARD

February 21, 2019

Anne and family very sorry to hear of Donald'S Passing. It was an honor to have known him. You are In our thoughts and Prayers.
Jim & Kathy Breward

Bill Krasowsky

February 21, 2019

Our condolences, JoAnn; we are sorry for your loss. Don will be missed by many!

Dick Merrill

February 21, 2019

Chris and Rita, sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you.

Maria and Andy Supa and Family

February 21, 2019

To Don Doolittle's Family, Friends and Loved Ones, Our family was truly blessed to have met Don this past December on a wintery day on his Christmas Tree Farm. Our Son, Andy and his wife Beth and our Granddaughter Bryleigh were visiting for the weekend from Maryland and we decided after many years of artificial trees to create a beautiful memory by cutting down a real Christmas tree for our family celebration. Don welcomed us with warm hospitality and shared stories of his family and grandchildren. After talking for a bit, we learned that he was related to Rachel Bump from Windsor, my sister's mother in law. Kind caring words from Don about his illness and love of life. He only touched our lives for a moment but our treasured memories will last a lifetime. Thank you Don for our beautiful Christmas tree and memory of that chilly wintry day in December. May God's blessings comfort your family and friends and all whose lives were touched by your warm smile and caring ways. Peace Always, Maria and Andy Supa

Cindy

February 20, 2019

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this time. Lots of memories remain with our family of time spent with Don and his family. (One of our favorites is the giant snowball my kids made while looking for the 'perfect' Christmas tree).

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