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Michael Dorley Obituary
LIMA -- Michael P. Dorley, age 72 of Lima, passed away Friday, October 13, 2023, at 2:27 p.m. at his residence.
Mike was born December 5, 1950 in Lima to Patrick and Mary (McAuliffe) Dorley who preceded him in death. On November 21, 1970 he married Diane Clancy Dorley who preceded him in death on June 14, 2012.
Survivors include their children: Dan (Michael) Dorley and Angie (Marc) Bowker both of Lima and Mike C. Dorley of Dayton; grandsons: Conner (Courtney) Bowker, Ethan Bowker and Kevin Bowker; and his siblings: Sheila Baldwin of Atlanta, GA, Trish (Joe) Edd of Charlotte, NC, Monica Doorley of Lima, Maureen Dorley of Rochester, NY, and a sister-in-law, Tania Dorley of Ottawa, Canada. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by their son, Doug A. Dorley, the following siblings, Anne M. Dorley, Tim Dorley, and a niece Mara Baldwin.
Mike had been a pipefitter for Local #776 for 40 years. He was a 1969 graduate of L.C.C. High School. He was a member of St. Charles Catholic Church. He was a volunteer at St. Charles School cafeteria and St. Charles Church for the funeral luncheons. He had also been an usher at The Civic Center.
His Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, October 21, 2023 at St. Charles Catholic Church. Burial will be in Gethsemani Cemetery following the service. Visitation will be Friday, from 2-8 p.m., at the Shawnee Chapel of Chiles-Laman Funeral & Cremation Services, where a Parish Wake Service will begin at 8:00 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Brain Foundation, 201 Chicago Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55415-1126, St. Charles Elementary School or Lima Central Catholic High School.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.chiles-lamanfh.com.
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for Michael Dorley
Mike Snyder
December 18, 2024
Mikey Dorley was just as sweet as the countenance of his photo shows!
He is truly missed but never forgotten-
Mike Snyder
March 9, 2024
Mike was the 1st person I met at LCC when I transferred from Mansfield St Pete's in Oct 1967 and he paved the way for me for a very welcomed transition...I will never forget that act of kindness but then, that's how Mike was with everyone...tlak about a legacy! Best Michael-Mike Snyder
MIKE SNYDER
October 19, 2023
NEVER HEARD MIKE SAY AN UNKIND WORD TO OR ABOUT ANYBODY...HE BEFRIENDED ME WHEN I MOVED TO LIMA IN OCTOBER 1967 AND I WILL ALWAYS BE GRATEFUL....HE WILL BE SORELY MISSED AONG WITH HIS BRIDE DIANE...MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
Meg Edd
October 19, 2023
I know we never got to know you personally- just at Edd- Dorley weddings but from listening to stories Trish told me about you I know you were a good brother, husband and father. I´m sure there will be a hole missing without your presence but memories of you will keep you alive in their hearts.
Meg & Mike Edd
Linda Hoehn
October 17, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. Mike was such a kind and wonderful person. He will be missed. Prayers to the family.
Robin Kaufman
October 16, 2023
I am so sorry for ur loss ! Mike was the kindness , sweetest man and always enjoyed seeing on my walks at the park! Rest in peace
Tom and Debbie Groh
October 16, 2023
Mike always had a smile on his face and a pleasant attitude. A great neighbor and friend. Prayers to his family. He will be missed.
Sue Mittelkamp Tirral
October 16, 2023
Sorry for your families loss
Sue (Mittelkamp) Tirral
October 16, 2023
Sorry to about the loss of your family member.
Chris Moscato
October 16, 2023
Mike was a wonderful person and neighbor.You have our deepest sympathy.Chris and Jim Moscato
Barbie Barhorst-Prince
October 16, 2023
Corley family, I´m so sorry to hear about Mike´s passing. Such a gentle, kind man that will be missed by so many. I always enjoyed riding my bike down Lakewood Ave and seeing him outside! Prayers of comfort for all of you
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