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Michael Dorman Obituary
Michael Charles Dorman, 23, Reading, died Sept. 19, 2009, at 12:21 a.m. in the Reading Hospital emergency room, following a one-vehicle crash in Tilden Township.
Born in St. Joseph Medical Center, Reading, on Nov. 6, 1985, he was a son of Charles F. "Skip," husband of Lisa M. (Albright) Dorman of Reading.
He was a 2004 graduate of Reading High School.
Michael was a Marine Corps veteran.
He was employed with Hyde Villa Machine Shop, last working Friday.
Michael is also survived by a daughter, Adrianna Eleanore Dorman of Reading, and his maternal grandmother, Marcia A. (Hain) Conver of Reading.
Other survivors include a sister, Carly Ann Dorman, and a niece, Aisha Marie Kramer, both of Reading.
There are also numerous cousins and extended family surviving.
He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Karl H. Dorman and Eleanore M. (Steffy) Dorman.
Michael was also pre-deceased by his maternal grandfather, Richard G. Albright, and his step-grandfather, Charles M. Conver.
Services will be held Friday at 1 p.m. in Walter R. Christ Funeral Home Inc., 3300 Kutztown Road, Laureldale, with the Rev. Jeffrey A. Raffauf officiating. A viewing will be held Thursday from 6 to 8 p.m. and Friday from 12:30 until time of services in the funeral home. Burial will be in Good Shepherd Cemetery, Muhlenberg Township.
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David Johnson
October 6, 2009
There is never any words that can comfort or console the soul in trying times such as this. Only memories that we can reflect upon that bring smiles and giggles to evey one of us that knew Mike as he grew from a rambuncious little boy to and man that had the respect and admiration of all those he touched. Just know that he continues to watch over you all and will protect from the Heavens as he did form the Earth.
Angie Raker
October 1, 2009
Lisa,Skip, and Carly- You all have my deepest sympathy. I am so sorry for your sorrow. I know God has a plan for all of us.....and I pray his grace will carry all of us through this difficult time. I am glad Michael was able to come to the benefit- I got to give him a big hug and I have a special memory of hearing a little girl really laughing....when I looked over it was Adreanna....Michael was tickling her like crazy!Love you all! Angie
Ivy & Jewel
September 29, 2009
Today I was walking outside the house and realized there was a memorial created in your memory. I never even knew you were gone. I am so hurt I never got to say goodbye to you. I sat on the porch of and just cried…The last thought of you… was you and I sitting on the porch and I told you I wanted to buy this IPhone. Your comment was…Ivy you only live once...so buy it you deserve it!!! So I went it brought it a week later and never got to share that with you. .. Gone to soon….My friend, my neighbor I will truly miss you dearly. You are in my thoughts. I hope you are watching over me. My condolences to the family Michael was a good friend that I will truly miss.
I love you friend,
Ivy Copeland
Varady family
September 28, 2009
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies go out to the Dorman families and friends. Michael will be missed dearly. He was more than a good tenant to us, He was a friend. May he rest in peace knowing he touched many lives in his kind, respectful way.
September 27, 2009
Mike,
You were a good man and a great friend to everyone that got the privilege to know you. I'm sorry you could not be here to see Sam become a Marine, but now I pray that you can still watch over him. My best wishes to your family and friends in our time of grieving.
Don
September 26, 2009
Dear Michael,
You will be forever in my heart. Everytime I see your beautiful daughter I will be looking at you.
I love you and miss you.
Lisa, Skip and Carly, just know he is now watching over all of us. I love you all.
Stacey
gladys johnson
September 25, 2009
Lisa,Skip, and Carly I know its sad to have your son, brother die .If Adrianna knew what was going on and she was older i know she was really sad.I dont really remeber things that he did with me but my mom said he babysit me and cared and loved me.God is watching over him like an eagle.We probaly rememeber things that he did with every one of his family and friends.And again we all will miss him very much forever.We were always there for you when we need help.And he always was smiling and skating will John my brother and his friends he loved and cared for every one.God will be watching over him and every one in the whole entire world.LOVE GLADYS
John (JJ) Hojecki
September 25, 2009
Dear, Lisa Skip and Carly
I had a great time with mike for as long as i can remember. I've known him at least 12years of my life and they were the best of my life. I remember we used to throw football when he had the chance or we run around chasing me, it was fun. And lisa and Skip i am
really sorry for missing out on the funeral, my dad being a real stubborn to me that night. So i am really sorry. I also remember when i used to skate with him alittle bit, it was fun even though i wasn't very good at but thats not the point the point is i really had a great time with him and my thoughts and prayers are with you both. I think we will all get along fine, but it will take a long time cause mike was just a great person. When i had heard about the accident i was in shock i had never thought that such a thing so tragic would happend so randomly it was the worst thought that i had on my mind that night. So again i wish you my thoughts and prayers.
September 25, 2009
Lisa, Skip and Carly,
Tony and I have so many memories of your entire family. We had so many good times on your block. Late nights on the front porch or out in the back yard, or the many parties at beckys. Mike was a wonderful person, always smiling and skating. Earth lost an angel the same day that heaven gained one. God Bless you and your family during this difficult time. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God will see you through.
love,
Tony and Tara Witman
September 25, 2009
Dear Lisa and family, my deepest sympathy and sorrow for your loss. Praying for your comfort and God's Peace for you and your family. Diane (coworker)
Austin and Taylor
September 25, 2009
I only knew you a couple months, Mike. But in those months we had great times. I'm sure you'll watch out for your daughter.
Taylor and I will keep leapfrog going.
We'll miss you man.
September 25, 2009
We truly have another angel in heaven.
Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with Lisa, Skip, Carly, Adrianna, and the whole family.
Love,
Great Uncle Elwood, Great Aunt Roxy, Kristin, Vin, and Olivia
Jessica Weand
September 24, 2009
God Bless Your family Michael. You will never be forgotten
Angie Anderson
September 24, 2009
Lisa,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
shawn
September 24, 2009
Mike. I cant believe your gone man. We were gonna get together that weekend and watch the fight. I guess god had better plans for you. Your gone mike but will never be forgotten. Watch over the rest of the family and your beautiful baby girl adrianna. I miss you mike and i will see you one day in heaven. LOVE YOU.
Sarah Oswald
September 24, 2009
Mike and his survivors,
It is such a shame that a tragedy like this had to strike everyone. Mike was a great guy in all that he did. He will continue to do his good works in his next place, with his skateboard in his hand. Just remember all the good he has brought to you and the joys that he has instilled, pass them on to his lovely daughter and remind her every day of what a terrific person he once was. Rest in Peace Michael, and may God bless all who survive him.
Michael Snider
September 24, 2009
Mike,
I cant even begin to describe how much of a blow this is to all of us. You were a motivation to us all, whether it was through skating, or just sitting down and talking about whatever came to mind, you were always there. Were all going to continue to skate, and keep you in our minds every time we step on the board. My next griptape design is for you my friend. Shine down on us, and help us land those tricks.
Reading Ryders....forever.
aimee jo roupp
September 23, 2009
rip mike ... you will never be forgotten here
Becky Grove
September 23, 2009
My Big Sis,Skip,@ Carly(my lil sis,
I want to say that I'm so sorry for your loss. I can not imagine what you are going through. Remember that I will always be here for you anytime. I have known you guys for almost 12 yrs. I will always remember the times that Mikey babysat for me and all 3 of my children wanted to do something different and that is just what Mikey would do(share his time).He played the X box with my son and colored with my girls. Just sitting out front,talking,and laughing was great. You were like a brother to me and to my children. You are all my 2nd family and always will be. You are a great family. May God be with you all.
Love You,
Becky,John,Gladys,Brittany and Big Dave
Erika Brown
September 23, 2009
Lisa, I am so sorry for your loss of Micheal. Please hold onto GOD's unchaning hand and know that HE knows your pain. My prayers are with you and your family,, always- God Bless You All.
LUIS PEREZ
September 23, 2009
RIP MIKE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN ONE LOVE ILL DEFINITLY BE HITTIN THAT BOARD UP AGAIN ITS BEEN A WILE BUT IM IN THERE (LUIS PEREZ)
September 23, 2009
Michael,
We will never forget you no matter what. Seeing you at the family gatherings at Mel and Don's was always a blast. Watch down on us and keep us all safe. We know you will always be with us, by our side from here on. You will always be greatly missed.
"I guess heaven was needing a hero
Somebody just like you
Brave enough to stand up
For what you believe
And follow it through
When I try to make it make sense in my mind
The only conclusion I come to
Is heaven was needing a hero
Like you"
Forever in our hearts <3,
Todd, Jen, and Katy Guistwite.
Cindy
September 23, 2009
Dear Skip, Lisa and Carly,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved Michael. May you continually draw on the Lord's strength during this difficult time and in the days ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol kULP
September 23, 2009
Lisa and family,
May God be with you at this most difficult time......Lisa lean on your Mom she is the strongest person I know, you will never for get Mike but the pain does get better ......Carol Kulp
Maria
September 23, 2009
Mike, I can not believe you're gone, but I thank God that Adrianna, your daughter, will have many great memories of daddy and photos of you. I know you always loved her and did your best to be a good daddy in her life.I appreciate it greatly. We will see you when we get there in heaven.
Lisa Weller
September 23, 2009
Lisa -
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May you find comfort in knowing that many people are praying for you and your family to find strength to get through these difficult days.
My deepest sympathy.
September 23, 2009
Lisa and family,
I was so very sorry to hear about your loss. I will certainly keep you in my prayers.
Sandy Huchel (FE)
September 23, 2009
Thank you for serving and protecting us
SCOTT MILESKI
September 22, 2009
SKIP,LISA AND CARLY,
I NEVER HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING YOUR SON BUT GROWING UP WITH THE DORMAN BROTHERS YOU WERE ALL LIKE FAMILY SO WHEN MY DAD CALLED AND TOLD ME WHAT HAD HAPPENED I COULD ONLY FEEL EVERYONES PAIN. I WILL CONTINUE TO HOLD YOU ALL IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GOD BLESS YOU ALL
Lisa Cervantes
September 22, 2009
Skippy, Lisa and Carly,
I cannot even imagine what you are going through right now. My prayers are with you and I pray you will feel the loving arms of God around you. You will be in my heart and thoughts and just know that someone is praying for you all without ceasing. I love you Skippy...you know you can call me morning, noon, or night.
All my love,
Lisa
September 22, 2009
Lisa, Skip, Carly, Adrianna, Dorman and Albright Families -
We will always remember Michael's fun personality at family gatherings. Michael could always light up a room. Now he's lighting up heaven.
With love and sympathy,
Little Nikki & Kristi Wagner
Lindsey
September 22, 2009
Mikey, wow, Im still in shock that you are gone. I remember growing up watching you and seth skateboard and act crazy. You were a sweet guy and willing to do anything for anyone. You will be truly missed and always loved. My heart goes out to you Lisa, Skip, and Carly. If you need anything you know how to find me!
"Ms." Jenn Z
September 22, 2009
To Lisa, Adri, and family;
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always! May you find comfort and strength in the knowledge that you are surrounded by frinds and loved ones during this difficult time. May God watch over, guide, and keep you all in his loving hands. Please don't hesitate to ask for anything you may need, even if just an ear to listen or a shoulder to lean on... Take care and God Bless and keep you all!
September 22, 2009
Lisa, Skip and Carly,
Such a sad time in your lives something no parent should have to go through, You are all in our thoughts and prayers, Mike was a good friend of my boys (reading ryders as they called themselves(skateboarders), always a great time they had, going too different skate parks , Mike will never be forgotten , Rest in peace Mike
Betty Joey, Michael and
Jason Snider
September 22, 2009
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
September 22, 2009
Michael,
I will always remember and love you. I am so glad we had some time together at the fundraiser for Jon. I will always remember your smiling face and your helpful nature. I know you are in heaven with your grandparents, your aunt and uncle and the rest of the family who have gone before you. Please watch over us. Love, Nana
rich bardsley
September 22, 2009
your family is in our prayers! if there is anything i can do to help...
September 22, 2009
I LOVE YOU MIKE!! I WILL NEVER FORGET ALL THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD GROWING UP TOGETHER !! USMC FOR LIFE! WE LOVE YOU!! - YOUR BROTHER TONY S. <3
LouAnne Goho
September 22, 2009
Mike, i will never forget you or the times we shared. i can't believe your gone. i will luv and miss you forever.
To Lisa and Skip, I am so sorry for your loss. my heart goes out to you nd your family.
September 22, 2009
Michael,
Heaven is a lucky place today to have you join our family there. God must have needed someone to take a bit of control. I will always remember how proud your dad was of your "guns" and how hard you worked to develop those muscles. We will miss you always. Heaven is a lucky place today.
Skip, Lisa and Carly- My prayers are with you. Now is the time to lean on your friends and family.
With all our love- Aunt Donna, Kyle and Keenan
Shanes mom
September 22, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember all the boys skateboarding n getting into trouble...Mike touched alot of lives and will be missed by many. Your family is in my prayers.
September 22, 2009
We love you so much Michael. You were a good person, strong and I loved your spirit and strength. You are with God now because he needed you there to help him. I know you will be with us everyday. I am comforted to know that you are with the family in heaven watching over us. We love and miss you.
Aunt Melanie, Uncle Don, Nikki and Lindsey
Sierra Melendez
September 22, 2009
Mikey! I can't believe your gone stud. I wish I had more time with you. Everything I look at reminds me of you. This is really hard for me and I'm trying to take comfort in knowing your still here with everyone, just in a different way. You were an amazing guy Michael, I'm glad I had the chance to know you and spend so much time with you before you passed. Watch over me in boot camp, I'm gonna need it babe!
I'm gonna miss you McMaster Mike :-)
Rock the heavens boy.
Janet Gilmer
September 22, 2009
Lisa and family,
I am so so sorry for your loss !!!!!!!! You are in my prayers .
Janet Gilmer
Dayna
September 22, 2009
Mike I will never forget sneaking you into the house and how you would sit and play cs, you were so focused on that game that you didn't notice anything else going on lol. I never forget watching you skateboard, going for late night walks to the gas station and every one just hanging out. so many good memories of such a great guy. I will miss you so much<3
September 22, 2009
Michael you will be greatly missed. Please watch down on us now and help us through everything else that life is going to place in our paths. RIP bud <3
distant memory
September 22, 2009
Dear Mike
I don know why this happened to such a great person...i wish u couldve seen ur daughter an gave her a chance to know you. I will always let her know even though you never knew her that you did love her. Your in our hearts and prayers. We miss you dearly.
Love from her and Me <33
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