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Thomas Dobbs Obituary

Thomas W. Dobbs -MACON - Thomas W. Dobbs, 82, of Macon, died October 12, 2007. He was preceded in death by his son, Andrew Thomas Dobbs. Mr. Dobbs was a veteran of World War II having flown numerous B-24 missions with the United States Air Force. Mr. Dobbs retired after 43 years of service with Allstate Insurance Company, he was a former member of the Optimist Club and was a member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church. Mr. Dobbs and his family enjoyed many years of membership in the Wally Byam Caravan Club. Many memories were made while camping with his family. He was deeply loved by his family and friends and will be missed by many. -He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jean Dobbs, his daughters, Rebecca (Mike) Carpenter, Ramona Dobbs Barber, and sister, Ethel May (Rev. Wesley) Jones. Survivors also include grandchildren, Kelly (Chad) Chester, Jennifer (Tony) Boland, Sarah (Scott) Mayberry, Hannah (Boots) Vinson, Chase Dobbs and great-grandchildren, Jake Thomas Chester, Sadie Ruth Chester, Julia Grace Boland, Boots Jerome Vinson, Jr. and Camden Dobbs. -Memorial services will be held Sunday, October 14, at 2:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Mt. Zion Baptist Church on 7015 Rivoli Rd. in Bolingbroke. Following the service the family will visit and fellowship with friends in the social hall of the church. -Hart's Mortuary has charge of arrangements

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Published by The Telegraph on Oct. 14, 2007.

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John Berry

November 4, 2024

I had the absolute pleasure of spending time with Mr and Mrs Dobbs in my early 20's and the stories he shared with me have stayed with me all this time. He was a great man, and Mrs Dobbs was more than wonderful as well. Mr Dobbs and I would sit and talk about his days as the belly gunner of a B-24, he showed me his letters and his journals from WWII, he told me stories and it made me cry every time. Mr Dobbs was a true hero, he flew hundreds of missions without serious injury and he loved Mrs Dobbs in a way only a true gentleman could. It was beautiful and they both meant A LOT to me. I learned how to be a better man from him. I'm sure they are together in heaven smiling down on their loved ones.

Jim & Robin Atwater

October 31, 2007

Becky sorry to read about the passing of your father.

Liz Thomas

October 14, 2007

To Becky, Monie, Aunt Jean and the rest of the family, our deepest sympathies go out to you. I am so sorry I was out of town and did not find out about Uncle Thomas' death until today. Please know that we all love you and you are always in our hearts. Love, Liz,Elaine,Ed, and Ernestine

Wilbur and Faye Fogarty(Jan Ennis's Parents)

October 14, 2007

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

David Wilay

October 14, 2007

I'm deeply sorry to hear of Tom's death & my sympathy is extended to the family.
Tom was a good person and I respect and appreciate his guidance at the start of my insurance career.
It can truly be said Tom Dobbs was a true patriot, family man, christian and southern gentleman.
I consider myself very fortunate to have known Tom.

Pat Loosier

October 14, 2007

I remember "Pops" and how he was always willing to bring things (lunch, needed items left at home) to Rebecca (or Becky as he called her) and Jake and Sadie to the library at Tattnall. He was always a kind and friendly man.

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