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Joseph Dollaway Obituary
He is survived by his companion, Dennis J. Szczepanski, brother Peter H. Christensen, sister (Katie) Kathryn Christensen; and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by parents, brothers John Andrew, Richard Louis Dollaway and sister Norma Jean Dollaway.
He was a graduate of Holton High School, Michigan State University, and Lutheran School of Nursing-Fort Wayne, Ind. He was a Navy veteran, having served as a Hospital Corpsman with the Seventh Marine Regt.(1956-1960). He taught Jr. High Math and Science for several years in the Grand Rapids, Michigan Parochial Schools, then retired after 25 years with GTE-Verizon as a Computer-Data Processing Specialist; was a volunteer with Home Health & Hospice and the AIDS Task Force in Fort Wayne. He enjoyed gardening, genealogy, golf, history, and travel.
There is no planned funeral service at this time. Private services will be held after cremation.
Memorials may be made to St Mary's Church, Custer, Michigan, White Pine Village, Ludington, Michigan; St Patrick's Church or St Mary's Soup Kitchen or AIDS Task Force in Fort Wayne, Indiana.
"Remember me when you see the flowers bloom, hear the wind blow and feel the rain fall, but know I am now at peace."
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Memories and Condolences
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Patricia Dollaway
February 13, 2025
Joe when I met you the very first time later in my life you brought your half sister flowers. You show you kindness from day one. You were one of the kindness people around. Thanks for meeting you.
Sister
Patricia Dollaway
Jan Taylor
February 3, 2025
Joe was my neighbor, but not only that, he was my very dear friend. Joe was a very kind, generous, and sweet man. He would do anything for anyone. He was the best neighbor I could ask for. He was a proud veteran, in that he was able to help many other veterans as a Hospital Corpsman. Joe loved going to the Scottville Clown Band concerts and standing for the Armed Forces song. He also proudly carried the USMC flag for this song many times. Joe and I enjoyed each other's company at these concerts and other events. We had a lot of fun just sitting outside in the evenings. Joe was a great friend and neighbor, and I will miss him greatly!
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