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Joseph Dori Obituary
Born in Pottstown, he was the son of the late Peter and Anna (DeFrancesco) Dori.
Joe was a graduate of West Pottsgrove High School and went on to serve in the US Army during the Korean War. Joe graduated from West Chester University where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Education and a Master's degree in English.
Joe taught English and coached golf at Pottsgrove High School for many years before retiring in 1988 after a fulfilling career.
Joe was a member of St. Aloysius Church and the Elks Lodge #814 in Pottstown. He was a past Chairman of the Lower Pottsgrove Zoning Hearing Board and past President of the Pottsgrove Lions Club.
Joe will be remembered for his cheerful, positive attitude and great sense of humor. He enjoyed playing golf and cards and spending time with his family and friends. These were the things he treasured the most in life.
Surviving in addition to his wife is his son, Thomas, husband of Kimberly, of Monrovia, Md.; granddaughter Brittani Locke; and sister-in-law Pearl Dori, widow of Alfred. In addition to his parents, Joe was predeceased by his brothers, John and Alfred, and sisters, Sylvia Dori Lee and Marie Dori.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, 11:30 a.m. at St. Aloysius RC Church, Hanover and Beech Streets in Pottstown with Father Francis Kelly officiating. Interment will follow in St. Aloysius New Cemetery, Lower Pottsgrove. The family will receive friends at the church on Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Visiting Nurses Association of Pottstown & Vicinity Hospice, 1963 E. High St., Pottstown, PA 19464.
Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown is in charge of arrangements. View obituaries or send condolences at www.catagnusfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Joseph Dori
lisa ann corn
January 27, 2013
sorry to hear about your lost. i just read it on here.
Andrew Weitzenkorn
September 18, 2012
At 61, I still feel obligated to call him Mr. Dori. He was one of my favorite teachers and gave me the incentive to always do my best. To this day, some of my greatest memories from Pottsgrove include this great man. He will be missed by many whose lives he not only touched but help mold.
Annette Segnere
September 14, 2012
Mr Dori & Family,
Your husband was a very special teacher. My prayers go out to you and your family.
Ben and Dot Lewis
September 14, 2012
Joe was a best friend and mentor to all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
are prayers are with Anna Mae and family
Bob & Lynn (Prizer) Jeffries
September 12, 2012
Class of 1960. We extend our condolences.
Ken Tinney
September 11, 2012
Anna May,the t.p. scat group sends our condolances to you & your family ,Joe was a long time leader in our scat group. He did many things to make the game better over many years..He will be missed by all. God bless him , you and your family. Our prayer are with you. twin ponds scat players.
ken tinney
September 11, 2012
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
Bob Wirag
September 10, 2012
I am saddened by the news of Joe's death. He was truly one of Stowe's finest. From the days when he patronized my mom and dad's luncheonette on Race Street when Ginny and I were soda jerks, to his mentoring as a great teacher, to his nomination for my induction into the Pottsgrove School District Honor Roll in 2008...I will long remember his kindness and caring and will cherish fond memories of our relationship. Joe, RIP.
Bob Wirag
September 10, 2012
Joe Dori...one of Stowe's finest. When my sister Ginny and I were soda jerks in my mom and dad's lunchonette on Race Street, Joe was a frequent flyer. It was our treat serving him. In turn, he served the teaching profession well. I will forever cherish the fond memories. Joe, RIP, knowing you were loved by many and respected by all.
Randy Spaide
September 10, 2012
Joe Dori was the most beloved teacher at Pottsgrove High School. He was great English teacher, coach and friend to all his students. I truly enjoyed being in his class, he will be missed by each person whose life he touched. Rest in Peace....we will meet again.
September 10, 2012
Sympathy to the family of Joe Dori. I knew Joe since I was a teenager, many yrs. ago, he used to come into my Aunt/Uncle's place of business,Wirag's Luncheonette in Stowe. Always had a smile & kind words for everyone. Also knew his deceased sister Marie!Very nice family. God bless & be with you all!
Doris Seibold Ash & husband Jim!
Pottstown, PA.
Steve Holauchock
September 10, 2012
There is a little piece of Joe in all of us from the golf teams of the past. I know you touched the lives of every single one of us.Your spirit lives on in every one of us.You will be greatly missed,but your teachings of life will live on.
Greg Miscavage
September 10, 2012
It was a great honor to have have known Joe. I knew him from the golf league and enjoyed the time spent with him. He will be greatly missed! I heven't met many gentlemen like him and never will. Hit em straight and long up there Joe!
Mark and Patty West
September 9, 2012
Uncle Joe will be sadly missed by all of us. He always made us laugh and always had a smile on his face. He was a great husband, father, teacher and friend. We will never forget all the fun times we spent with him. He was truly loved by all.
Marilyn Smith Fiorini
September 9, 2012
A former student of Mr. Dori, he was one of my favorite teachers. Years later, he always had a kind word and a smile when we would meet again. My condolences to the family and his loved ones.
Trudy Arters
September 9, 2012
Anna Mae & Family,
Joe will be missed, I will keep you & your family in my prayers.
Brian stahley
September 9, 2012
One of the greatest gentleman I had the privilege of knowing. You will be missed dearly.
Willard Benner
September 9, 2012
I will miss my dear friend, teacher and coach Mr. Joe Dori. He always made me feel like I was the best PGA Professional in the world. No matter how bad things were he always had a good thing to say. He cared more about everyone else and himself. He made everyone he touched a better person. I will miss him just like everyone else. But I know he will be playing many rounds of golf with some of the greatest names at ever played. He will also be looking down on all of us to help guide us when we need it. Rest in peace my dear friend!
Bob Fisher
September 9, 2012
I had Mr. Dori for 12th grade English and home room in 1966, and later I would see him at Pop Pop's pizza. A Great teacher he will be missed.
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