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Robert Dolby Obituary
WINDHAM -- Robert W. Dolby, 88, of River Road and founder of the Dolby Funeral Chapel died Tuesday, Jan. 15, 2008, at a Portland hospital after a period of failing health. Born in Berwick, he was the son of Herbert K. and Viola E. Ricker Dolby. He was a 1937 graduate of Berwick High School and also a graduate of New England Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in Boston. During World War II, Mr. Dolby served in Army. Following the war, he moved to Windham and purchased the former John C., Nichols Funeral Home. In 1953, he built a new facility on the River Road which is the current location of the family business and is owned and operated by his son, Timothy. Mr. Dolby was a licensed funeral director for over 60 years. He had been a member of the Windham Kiwanis Club for 39 years serving as president in 1955 and was the secretary for 12 years. For over 50 years, he has been a member and was past master of the Presumpscot Lodge of Masons #127, a member of the Scottish Rite Valley of Portland, a member of the Order of Eastern Star, a Life Member of Pythian Sisters, a member for 60 years of the Windham American Legion, a Life Member of Sportsmans Alliance of Maine, a member of Trout Unlimited , he had been member for over 40 years of the South Windham Fire Company and served as secretary -treasurer for 25 years and a former member of the Maine Funeral Director's Association. He was an avid sportsman but hunting and fly fishing were his passions. He enjoyed the time spent at camp on Quimby Pond in Rangeley.
Mr. Dolby was predeceased by his first wife, Jean B. Gallant Dolby in 1988 and by a granddaughter, Kimberly A. Dolby in 1973. Surviving him are his wife of 16 years, Gladys Foss Hayes Dolby of Windham; his son, Timothy R. Dolby and wife Margaret of Windham, his daughter, Mrs. Charles (Susan C.) Prior of Saco; four grandchildren, Pamela E. Dolby Starnes, Morgan A. Dolby , Earl C. LeConte and Holley J. Kimball; four great-grandchildren; two stepchildren, Kevin Hayes and his wife Pam of Gilford, N.H., and Allison Jolda and her husband Jim of Webster, Mass.
Visiting hours will be held Saturday, Jan. 19, 2008, from 1-3 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Rd., Windham. Presumpscot Lodge #127 will conduct Masonic Ritualistic Services at 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the chapel. Private interment in Smith Cemetery will follow. The Rev. Philip Shearman will officiate.
Those desiring may contribute in Mr. Dolby's memory to:
The Windham-Gorham Rod
and Gun Club
Care of Jason Noble
6 Towpath Rd.
Gorham, Maine 04038
or the charity of one's choice.
Robert W. Dolby
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Dolby
Jerry & Mildred Black
January 28, 2008
Dolby Family:
It was with great sorrow and deep feeling when we received word of your Dads passing on our way west this last week. Bob was such a great professional man with dignity
with the Windham area people at all times. I realy got to know Bob first and through the years in Kiwanis, even on our work projects
his dignity was even there but with
little chuckle on the many coments given out by other members.
Our condolences to you and family on a great man as part of the "Great Generation" we honor him.
Forrest and Helen Johnson
January 23, 2008
We just found out about Robert's passing. Please accept our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Steve Emerson
January 20, 2008
Tim,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
God Bless, Steve + Debbie Emerson
Gene Philpot
January 20, 2008
To Tim and Family,
I was sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. He served the surrounding communities in such a professional manner, and he lived such a full life. We have lost another of the "Greatest Generation", but we are all better people for having known him.
God Bless You,
Gene Philpot
Jim Elder
January 20, 2008
Sorry to here of you're dad's passing,He was a great guy.We will catch up later.
Jim/Marcia Elder
January 20, 2008
Tim
my heart and prayers are with you.miss you buddy
gene sawyer
fred and linda sawyer
January 20, 2008
Tim we were sorry to hear about your dad. We are in the bahamas and Tammy sent us the obituary.We will keep you in our prayers.
Carmen Pecoraro - Austin
January 20, 2008
Dear Susan and Timmy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. God Bless..
Stephen & Leanne Elwell
January 19, 2008
Susan,Tim,and family
Sorry to hear of your father's passing.
Janice & Glenn Hutchinson
January 19, 2008
Tim and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss, but as we all know so well, they live on in our hearts forever.
Embrace each other and let the angels guide.
Jeff Stuart
January 19, 2008
Dear Tim & family
We're sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Through the years he treated our families with great respect and helped us through our tough times. He will be missed.
Jeff & Muriel Stuart and families.
wanda hammith
January 19, 2008
Aunt Sue,Earl,Holly sorry to hear about your loss. my thought and prayers are with you . Wanda
January 18, 2008
Tim, Marge and Morgan,
We are thinking of you at this time and want to express our sadness in your loss.
Your friends,
Don, Beth, Derek and Lindsey Hall
Janet (Janie) Snow
January 18, 2008
To Timmy and Family:
Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of your dad. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Elizabeth Hay Henderson
January 18, 2008
My deepest sympathies at your loss. Funeral director fathers are very special men who have responded to the needs of their community at any time they are needed. My dad, Lloyd Hay, would want to send a tribute to Robert Dolby, so I will do it for him.
Rocky Elsemore
January 18, 2008
Tim,Marge and family. So sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy and sorrow are with you. Rocky and Karen.
Shirley Richardson
January 18, 2008
Mr. Dolby did the funeral services for my Dad, Mom, grandfather and many cousins & friends over the years. I always remember him as such a quiet, reassuring gentleman. He was a true professional and always maintained a profound dignity and respect for families who had lost a dear loved one.
It is my turn now to offer the family of Mr. Dolby my sincere condolences on the loss of such a wonderful and kind man. May all of your cherished memories stay with you and bring you joy and comfort.
Rest in Peace Mr. Dolby!!!
Shirley Bailey Richardson
Lori Green
January 18, 2008
Dear Tim, Marge and Morgan,
Our thoughts are with you knowing how special your father was to you.
Doug, Lori and Mary Margaret Green
Bill Pearson
January 18, 2008
Dear Tim & family, Jane and I send our sincere sympathy on the loss of your father. It is times like this that we wish we weren't so far away but know you are all in our thoughts at this sad time. Bill and Jane
Eleanor and John Rollins
January 18, 2008
Tim, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Eleanor and John Rollins
Willis And Doris Tripp
January 18, 2008
We are sorry for the loss of your dad.
Willis and Doris (LeConte) of Livermore Falls Maine04254
Sheila & Chummy Brown
January 18, 2008
Tim
Sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Anita Guimond
January 18, 2008
Tim & Sue and family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a very pleasant man and did alot for people. He will be missed.
God Bless,
Anita & Phil Guimond
Debby Drew
January 18, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Gail McDonald (Paul)
January 18, 2008
Tim,Sue,Earl & Holly
I am so sorry for your lost. You are all in my thoughts & prayers.
Linda Nadeau
January 18, 2008
Dear Tim, Margie and family,
Thinking of you and sending our sincere sympathy for your loss.
Roland & Linda Nadeau Windham, Me./Venice, Fl.
Jim and Judy Ridlon
January 18, 2008
We wish to express our deepest sympathies to the Dolby family.
Tammy Sawyer
January 18, 2008
Tim & Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tammy Sawyer
Judy Steeves
January 18, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
lillian burke
January 18, 2008
Tim and family, sorry to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts are with you and the family.
Lillian, Arthur and Julia Burke
Edna and Pauline Marchant
January 18, 2008
Tim & Family, My Mom and I are so sorry to hear of your dads passing. Please accept our condolences. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary & Carolyn Drew
January 18, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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