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Stephen Dolman Obituary
He was born in Brooklyn, NY on February 2, 1948 to Ben and Rose (Kaplan) Dolman. He earned a bachelor's degree from Windham College in Putney, VT and lived in Manchester for most of his life.
Stephen was a teacher at Henry Wilson Elementary School in Manchester for thirty-nine years. He also served the City of Manchester as an Alderman and School Board Member.
He was a member of Temple Adath Yeshurun in Manchester where he served as principal and Hebrew School teacher. He was an avid sports fan and had coached basketball in the Manchester School District and throughout New England. He was also the director of the Fun in the Sun program and acted at the Palace Theater, both in Manchester.
Stephen was predeceased by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Donna Lenz-Dolman; three children, Joshua Dolman, Caleb Dolman and Alea Dolman; two siblings, Pauline Randall and Harriet Fettner; one uncle, cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends he considered family.
SERVICES: Calling hours are Tuesday (8/19) from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., Manchester. A cemetery service is Wednesday (8/20) at 10 a.m. at Manchester Hebrew Cemetery, 245 So. Beech St., Manchester.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Dolman
Maureen Comey, MSMA
August 20, 2025
Donna, I am very sorry to hear about Stephen passing away. Cherish all of your memories. God Bless.
Bill Krantz
August 19, 2025
There are those who say that they care and then there are those whose actions demonstrate that they care. Steve was always a man of action who had a profound impact on me at a time when I needed it most. He never stopped caring and I am forever grateful for all that he did for me. He was great man.
Dr. Grace L. Sullivan
August 19, 2025
Steve was a dedicated educator. He was a leader in Manchester who made the school district and the city better.
I am very sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Jennifer Freitas
August 19, 2025
Great person! He will be missed by many whose lives he touched. Condolences to the family.
Christine Kazakis Leclerc
August 18, 2025
One of my favorite teachers at Wilson School when I was a kid. He was kind, patient, humorous, and always a good role model. Feel fortunate to have known him. My condolences to the family. God Bless you, Mr. Dolman.
Betty Holbrook
August 18, 2025
Donna, I´m so sorry to hear about Steve´s passing. I have so many fond memories and fun stories we shared. Sending prayers. Love, Betty Holbrook
Betty Holbrook
August 18, 2025
So sorry to hear about Steve´s passing. We had so much fun at Wilson school! He will surely be missed. Love Betty Holbrook
Karen Cote
August 18, 2025
Dear Stephen You will be missed by so many RIP Love Karen Loranger Cote,
Rick Cormier
August 18, 2025
Mr Dolman was my teacher, he was my basketball coach, but I will always remember the man who gave a teenage runaway a safe place to sleep. A well lived life and he will be missed, I know i will.
Donna Loranger Richardson
August 18, 2025
My condolences to Donna and family.
Beverly Young Loranger
August 18, 2025
We taught at the same school for years and socialized for years as friends. You will be missed and RIP Steve
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