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George Gilman Bigelow Dopp, 71, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and patriot, passed away unexpectedly on February 9, 2011. He was born on August 22, 1939, in Elmhurst, Illinois, to George and Joan Bigelow Dopp. George graduated from Dixie Heights High School in Covington, Kentucky, where he enjoyed football, choir and theater. He began his college career at Eastern Kentucky University and then transferred to Marshall University on a football scholarship. He eventually returned to Eastern Kentucky where he completed his degree, earning a B.S. in Business. He was a distinguished military graduate of the ROTC program at Eastern Kentucky University. Following graduation, he entered the Army as a Second Lieutenant stationed at Fort Benning, Georgia. After completing infantry officer training, he graduated from the Ranger and Airborne schools. He was reassigned to Munich, Germany, with the 24th Infantry Division. In Germany, he was a platoon leader in G3 operations staff and special weapons. From Germany, he was reassigned to Fort Lewis, Washington with the 4th Infantry Division. With the 4th Infantry Division, he served in Vietnam earning the Bronze Star. After Vietnam, he returned home to Fort Lewis and retired from his service to our country. George entered into a new career with Allstate Insurance which eventually brought him and his family to Arizona in March of 1974 as the state sales manager. He left Allstate and worked for Sentry Insurance from which he retired. Since that time, he has been an independent insurance broker. He has served his clients faithfully for over 44 years. George was active in the Veterans of Foreign War. George is survived by his wife of almost 49 years, Joan Dawson Dopp; son, Dawson Dopp (Natalie); daughter, Lauren Pille (Erik); daughter, Susanne Leming (Steve), and six grandchildren, Devin, Ashlyn, and Jaryn Leming, Hannah and Delaney Dopp, and Jarrett Pille. While we are mourning the loss of our husband, father and grandfather (Paca), others are rejoicing to meet him in heaven. Visitation will be held from 4-7PM, Sunday, February 13, 2011, Hansen Desert Hills Chapel, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale. Funeral service will be held at 10:30 AM, Monday, February 14, 2011, Pinnacle Presbyterian Church, 25150 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, followed by interment with military honors at 1 PM, National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona, 23029 N. Cave Creek Rd., Phoenix. Please visit www.hansenmortuary.com to leave online condolence.
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Marian Howard
February 5, 2022
Susanne and Steve I know George is missed by your family. I send my love to you and the family at this time of remembrance. Love you Aunt Marian
Marian Howard
February 5, 2021
George was a very nice man. I love his family. Susanne I know you loved your father very much and he loved you. I know he is missed. I will be praying for you and family on this anniversary of George's death.
March 6, 2011
George was a true gentleman. We are grateful and honored to have known such a gentle and authentic human being. He will be missed!
Respectfully,
Eugenia and Benjamin Sucher
Paradise Valley, AZ
Shirley and Tony
February 15, 2011
Joanne, Dawson, Suzanne and Lauren, each of you and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if there is anything we can do.
February 14, 2011
To the family that George loved and adored~
He spoke so lovingly of you all. May you find comfort when you think of all the happy times you shared together. For me, George was a constant reminder of what is important. Family and friends. George was truly an honorable man and will be missed by all that knew him.
Thanks for your service to our country! Rest in peace my friend.
Sincerely,
Heather Anderson
Aim Industries
Michele Sapero
February 14, 2011
To the Dopp Family. I wanted to express my sincerest sympathy to all of you. My family and I had the pleasure of meeting George via the friendship he had with my father Hugh. George was our angel through my familys very difficult times with my mothers numerous surgeries, my sisters surgery, and my fathers lossed battle with cancer. I am so grateful for Georges caring & generous spirit that helped my family get through our hardships. My prayers are with you during this very difficult time
February 13, 2011
To the Dopp Family, I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. I hope that happy memories will help ease the pain you must feel. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sincerely, Karen (Mickelson) Baudhuin
Ken/JoAnn Jablonski
February 13, 2011
Our sincere condolences to Joan, Dawson, Lauren, and Susanne. At this time of deep sorrow, please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all...God Bless.
Karin Giacalone
February 12, 2011
Susanne and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I know how much all of you loved him and how difficult this must be for you. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dolly Hartel
February 12, 2011
Dear Mrs. Dopp, Dawson, Lauren & Suzanne. Words can not express the deepest sorrow I feel for your family at this time. Your husband and father was a true gentleman with great distinct character. He will be missed by all whose lives he has touched and I am honored to have known him. Take comfort in knowing that he is close by, just you look into your hearts he's there.
February 12, 2011
My sincere sympathy and prayers are with you, Joan, and your beautiful family. I will miss George’s encouraging words, his prayers, unconditional friendship and when his classmates get together for our mini reunions they will not be the same without him.
George touched many lives along his life's journey and everyone he met became special to him. Yes, he was one of a kind and a true patriot to his country.
While we are celebrating his life here, heaven is celebrating another angel has been added.
Marlene Neiheisel, Class of '57
Kelly Myers
February 11, 2011
Mrs. Dopp, Although we only met Mr. Dopp in the past few years, it was our pleasure to have had the opportunity to meet him. I really enjoyed the pleasure of escorting Shirley and sharing your retirement party with you, your friends and family. My husband and I are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Chad Wilkinson
February 11, 2011
I met George while working for Daniels Nicolson Insurance. We shared an office for quite a while. I learned a lot from George... not just about insurance, but mainly about life and how to treat people and family. He was a great mentor and friend. I last spoke with him on Veterans Day to thank him for his service, as he was the first person that comes to mind when I think of a proud veteran, and always will be.
I am proud to have known him.
Nancy McLaughlin
February 11, 2011
Joan, Laureen, Dawson and Susanne
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a great man and he will be greatly missed.
George. Thanks for being my friend and thanks for being there for me and to help get thru my difficult times.
February 11, 2011
Suzanne and Steve, I am sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Love Aunt Marian
Chet Barnett
February 11, 2011
We're praying for you in this time of loss and sorrow. May the Lord of the Resurrection be with you and comfort your hearts.
Don Boudreau
February 11, 2011
Mrs. Dopp and Family, You have my sincere sympathies for your loss. I had the privilege of working with George for a number of years he was a true gentleman. He will be greatly missed.
Boyd Steele - Dixie 1956
Boyd Steele
February 11, 2011
Dear Joan,
I am from the Dixie class of 1956, however, George and I were good friends throughout highschool. He was our punter on the football team, hence a valued player. I lost my wife of 47 years just 2 years ago, so my heart is with you. These will be the hardest days of your life, but life will go on and eventually you will be buoyed up by your memories. Always - Boyd
Pam
February 11, 2011
Thank-you Mr. Dopp for your service to our country!
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