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John A. Dobos, Sr. (Pops), of the Lordship section of Stratford, died peacefully on September 4, 2021 at the age of 91 plus. Mr. Dobos was born in Bridgeport, to the late Albert and Helen Dobos. Beloved husband of the late Louise McDonough Dobos. He was retired from Sikorsky Aircraft where he was employed for over 35 years. Mr. Dobos was a communicant of Our Lady of Peace Church and was a Eucharist minister and member of the Parish Council. John was an accomplished basketball player for many Bridgeport teams and was honored by both the Bridgeport and Stratford Old Timers Associations. He was avid sports fan and loved to travel. Above all, he cherished his friends and family. He is survived by loving children, John A. Dobos, Jr. of Stratford, Jayne Moulton and her husband, Mark of Dennis, MA, Polly Weaver and her husband, Dan, of Fort Mill, SC, and Judith Velasquez and her husband, Neil of Stratford; six beloved grandchildren, Michael Moulton (McKenzie), Madeline Moulton, Brian Weaver, Andrew Weaver, Anna Velasquez , and Neil Velasquez III; his brother Daniel Dobas and sister Betty Ann Madden and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Peace Church. Interment will be private. There will be no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, those who so desire may make contributions in his memory to Our Lady of Peace Sanctuary Fund, 10 Ivy Street, Stratford, CT 06615. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Pistey Funeral Home, 2155 Main Street, Stratford. Please visit www.pisteyfuneralhome.com to express condolences online.
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John OConnor
September 16, 2021
For John Jr. and Family
So sorry for your loss. I only met him a few times but I knew that he was a great man
Kim Freer
September 16, 2021
I'm so sorry for your loss John! Treasure all those wonderful memories you made together. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Penni Knablein
September 16, 2021
To John and Family, I offer my condolences for your loss! May he Rest in Peace!
Dave & Lucy Newall
September 15, 2021
Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Mr. Dobos will be greatly missed by many. He was such a friendly, kind gentleman.
Chris Parkes
September 14, 2021
My condolences to the Dobos family. As anyone who knew John is aware, he was (among other good things) a warm, courteous, and decent person. A "true" gentleman. In the shop were we worked, performing a noble or gentlemanly act was affectionately referred to as "pulling a Dobos". John, may you rest in peace my friend.
Peter Bronius Visco
September 12, 2021
Mr. Dobos brings so many fond memories to mind for me as a child growing up in Lordship. Whether it was taking us to a Raybestos game, the beach or an amusement park, he always went the extra mile to make sure we were always having fun as kids. Rest in Peace Mr D.
Ellen Pitoniak
September 12, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Judi, Neil and family.
Norma Westman
September 12, 2021
A friend for more than 60 years...He was the man who drove me to the church 'on time' on my wedding day.
My prayers go with him....
Rob and Lori Simon
September 12, 2021
There are so many words that don´t fully describe Mr. Dobos: loving, kind, humorous, generous, supportive, etc. My family was privileged and grateful to have the Dobos family as our neighbors for close to 60 years in Lordship, and there isn´t enough room to list all of Mr Dobos´ acts of kindness to my mother. Heaven will finally reunite him with Mrs Dobos, and they will once again be laughing and loving each other. Our deepest condolences to John, Jane and Polly and all the grandchildren. He was special and set an example of how to live life.
Norm. Shepard
September 12, 2021
To The Family, I knew John for more years than I can remember, he was surely a class act.
Jon Andersy
September 11, 2021
My thoughts and prayers are with all who loved Pops! I certainly did and will cherish the memories! God Bless and Love! Jon
Gil and Michelle Ramsey
September 11, 2021
Polly and family our deepest prayers and love are with you. We are so sorry for this great loss. We love you!
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