Michael L. Dow Sr.

Michael L. Dow Sr. obituary, Mesquite, TX

Michael L. Dow Sr.

Michael Dow Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Laurel Oaks Funeral Home & Memorial Park on Oct. 10, 2025.

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Michael L. Dow, Sr., a loving husband, devoted father, and proud veteran, passed away peacefully on September 29, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. A highly decorated Vietnam War veteran, Michael received a Purple Heart with an Oak Leaf Cluster for his bravery and service. After returning home, he shared his passion for baseball as a coach and umpire, graduating from Joe Brinkman's Umpire School in 1986. He also loved music, movies, and writing poetry, expressing creativity and warmth in everything he did.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years, Donna J. Dow; his five children, Michael L. Dow Jr., Hollis G. Gassett, Jeffery A. Dow, Rebecca D. Gassett, and Lalanya D. Dow; and his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He will be remembered as a loving, dedicated, and faithful husband whose strength, humor, and heart touched all who knew him.
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