James Ezell Dodson

Our dear friend Doc never met a stranger. He had a heart the size of Texas. He will be deeply missed but I know he has achieved his reward in paradise. I first met Doc at Midland High in 1966 when I arrived there as a sophomore. In those huge halls he made me feel welcomed. What do you know kiddo, was his usual greeting. In later years when I would run into him he always asked how I was doing and how was the family. My sincerest condolences to his family and until we meet again Doc, adios!
Isabel Diaz Rey

Doc was a great man and touched thousands of people not just in Midland. I never heard Doc say anything to anybody that wasn't positive. Bob Ittner MHS 1962

DOC. was an inspiration,a mentor..When i made it to state in 1981. DOC showed up asking what i needed...THE SUPPORT WAS ALWAYS RESPECT...BLESS TO THE FAMILY...R.I.P DOC... JAMES BEVERLY M.H.S..1981

My deepest sympathy to Gayle, Jamie and Kelly and all other members of the extended Dodson family. Doc was one-of-a-kind, a kind gentlemen who always put others first and always a had a kind word for anyone who was fortunate to meet him. May God comfort you at this time especially.

Doc Dodson ... His passing has affected many people, myself included. It has been several years since I have actually seen or spoken with Doc, but in my mind can clearly see his ever present, bright smile. Everyone has kind words to say about him, but no one can quite capture who or what his life was all about. He was an example of how life should be lived. Those characteristics in a person are easily seen or felt, but hard to describe with words. Remember the famous "crying towel" that was ever present in his classroom? He was not only into sports, but a dedicated teacher (history for me) who took the process of learning seriously while making it fun. His ability to remember names and faces was something to be envied. Years after graduating when I would occasionally run into him somewhere around Midland, he would always remember exactly who I was. He was one of a kind ... a person that will never be forgotten.

AUNT GAYLE & FAMILY
WE are sorry for loss .A great person was called home.He was such a wonderful man and will be missed by all.

DANNA & FAMILY

Doc was a man that I will never forget. He taught me a lot about life even using his paddle (a lot when I deserved it). May GOD bless the family and give all peace and comfort

Dennis Shipp class of 68

What a glorious man he was! Doc was a great teacher, friend, coach, and a mentor. He will be truly missed here in the bulldog country. MHS Class of 90. May you Rest In Peace, and prayers be with all of your great family.

Doc played a big part in my life. He was such a wonderful man and always was there for me.

Doc was an inspiration to me and always had a funny but sincere remark while directing me in the right path in high school. Condolences and prayers to the family. MHS class of '67.

Doc was my Drivers Education Teacher and he taught me so much more than how to drive a car. His enthusiasm and joy for life was contagious and encouraged me to take the high road through my life. Thanks Doc! God Bless.
Randy Fletcher, Denver, CO

Farewell to my mentor and friend from a fellow Elmer Brown student athletic trainer at TCU in 1956-58. You have set a high bar for all athletic trainers to follow in years to come. God Bless You.
Dan Ives, Rosenberg, Tx

May his memory be eternal.
With Sympathies...
The Vector Family

Doc was the type of man who made an impact on everyone he met. He will be missed but Heaven just gained the best athletic trainer there ever was.

Gilley Estes
MHS Class of 1982

Words cannot express how I feel right now this was one of my favorite people in High School I loved him and he loved my moms German Chocolate Cake. You will be missed Doc but heaven acquired such a beautiful angel. Rest In Heaven (Class of '86")

Doc was the finest of men. He made all of us feel we were special when we needed treatment and whenever he might meet us even if we were from the other school. We miss him and offer condolences and prayers for his family.

With much love and fond memories from Jack and Judy Stone (Temple TX)

Doc was our neighbor down the street when I was in high school. He was also my 9th grade Sunday school teacher at First Methodist , my weightlifting coach at the YMCA, and my drivers ed instructor at MHS. For many years he was like an extension of my family. His amazing life interwove with mine and the lives of many Midlanders. Doc is joyfully present with the Lord now but his absence here has left a big void that will never be filled. He will be greatly missed by those of us he blessed in Midland and others throughout this world. Our prayers for are going up for Gayle, Kelly, Jamie and all of Doc's family.

Sad to hear of Doc's passing. A kind, honest, and hard working man that will be missed by many.

Terry D. Stennett Jr. (San Marcos,TX)
M.H.S. Class of 92

Doc was a sweet sweet soul that always had an encouraging word to anyone. I count myself blessed to have gotten to know him. He will be missed.

Doc Dodson.....a true giant among men. I've never known a finer man. Thanks for everything, Doc.

Bob Cutshall
MHS 66

Doc Dodson was a friend that I enjoyed being around when we were at track meets and the Trainer Association. I first met Dodson when I was Athletic Trainer at Amarillo Tascosa from 1968 to 1970 and then was around him more when I was at Ector High in Odessa from 1972 to 1974 and then at Odessa College from 1974 to 1978. I remember going to their home and Gayle and James were gracious hosts. Last saw Doc at airport after he had left Midland High and we had a short visit. One fantastic man. My condolences to the family.

Rest easy Doc. Prayers to all the Dodson family. Doc is so loved and will be missed by so many. He touched lives in only his special way.

In Memory of a very special life...You and Coach Kent made an incredible difference in my life in 1966. I will never forget the kindness and help from the two of you.

RIP Doc...

Boogie Tyson MHS Class of 1969

Doc Dotson set an example of quiet excellence and strength under control. He had a significant influence on my life as a man and an athlete. I have admired him since I was at Midland High in 1964-68, and am very thankful to have known him. Warm regards to all who loved him.

My sincere condolences, you are all in my prayers. Doc was truly a beautiful soul of a man. MHS Class of 1986.

I will always remember Doc as an important part of all our teams I played on while in Stanton. Anytime you had any type of injury, you could count on Doc to help get to the bottom of it. He was an extremely well respected man in the West Texas community and left a legacy that his family should be proud of!

My deepest sympathy to all your loved ones I graduated with the Class of MHS Bulldogs 1964We'll never forget you Doc! Till we meet again, Patricia Ann Clark Paulk

Dearest Gayle, Jamie and Kelly....our sincere and deepest condolences to you and your families. "Doc" was, without question, one of the greatest men we ever had the pleasure of knowing and a man we were proud to call Friend. God Bless his beautiful soul. He will be sorely missed, and the world is truly a sadder place with his passing. May he eternally rest in peace.

Doc was a unique man and loved by all. His smile was infectious and he spread it wherever he went. I have many wonderful memories of Doc, Gayle and his family. Seeing him at MHS in the halls or at games. Visiting with Gayle at my aunt's salon or my aunt and uncle's house. Some of my most fun memories are when my cousin, Chastel and I were taking the driving portion of Driver's Ed with Doc. He had us driving all over Midland, laughing and enjoying our ride-around.

Rest In Peace, Doc. You will be greatly missed but we will see you later. To Gayle, Kelly, Jamie and family - thank you for sharing your Doc so unselfishly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May you feel God's loving arms around you and hold tight to the wonderful memories you share.

Love,
Charlotte (May) Massey
Daughter of Elouise May
MHS 1975

Much love to Gayle and the Dodson family. Doc showed us all what integrity looks like. His obit is a beautiful tribute to a life well-lived. Alison (Porter) Ely

You always made my heart smile. Love you Doc. Rest In Peace.
Mary Conder

You always made my heart smile. Love you Doc. Rest In Peace. Always, Mary Conder

To Gail and the Dodson family Halle and I express our sympathy, but also celebrate with you the wonderfull life Doc lived. Cannot imagine the number of lives this man influenced and became a model for them to look up to, three of which were our sons Steve, Kevin, and Mike . His legacy will live on as we thank God for giving us the privilege of having "Doc" Dodson in our lives. He made the world a better place.

I send my sympathy and prayers to the girls and his wife. I loved him as my Sunday School teacher and will miss him terribly. Kay Watkins-Lafayette,La formally from Midland,Tx

Rest in Peace, Doc. You helped everyone, not just MHS kids. You tended to my whole family. When you attended the basketball games, you recorded the play by play. It seems you were everywhere! You will always be Mr. Bulldog.