Charles David Doolin

Charles 'Charlie' David Doolin, age 86 of Joplin, Missouri, passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at Freeman Hospital in Joplin, following an extended illness. Charlie was born May 7, 1938 in Lamar, Missouri to the late Levi and Pansy (Davis) Doolin.
Charlie graduated from Joplin High School with the class of 1956 and then enlisted into the United States Navy where he served his country for two years before being honorably discharged. Upon his arrival back to Joplin, he graduated from Joplin Junior College and became a Surveyor with Allgeier, Martin and Associates from 1961 to 2010.
Charlie was a member of the Joplin Elk's Lodge #501 and the Red Angus Association. His favorite thing was farming, including working the hay fields and taking care of his cattle with his many friends and family members.
On December 6, 1963, Charlie married the love of his life, Sandra Lee Spenny in Joplin, Missouri. They were married for 58 years before she passed on January 22, 2021. Additionally, Charlie is preceded in death by his sisters, Donna Lee Wubs and Jane Ann Milligan.
Those left to mourn his passing include his daughter, Lora Jorris (Jack) of Neosho; grandchildren, Clinton Jorris (Christina) and Rachel Kimmel (Trenton), all of Neosho; great-grandchildren, Samuel and Reid; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.
Charles said himself "I've lived a long and wonderful life. I've been blessed with a loving family, and wanted for nothing, really." Charles had a magnanimous personality that inevitably drew people of all walks of life into many lifelong friendships. When asked what quality he attributed to his success both professionally and personally Charles simply said this "A little bit of kindness and understanding goes a long way in life." Truly words to live by in his absence.
A memorial visitation is planned for Monday, February 3, 2025 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Parker Mortuary.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Parker Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.