Michael Dana Doolittle

Michael Dana Doolittle

Michael Dana Doolittle, 76, of Nesquehoning, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 9, 2026, in the St. Luke's Hospital, Miners Campus, Coaldale. He was the husband of Patricia (Howell) Doolittle. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary on May 30 of last year.

Born in Elmira, N.Y., he was the son of June (Southard) Doolittle of Scranton and the late Dana C. Doolittle.

He was employed as a mechanic, transmission and foreign car specialist for several auto repair shops throughout the area, including Kovatch Oldsmobile Garage in Nesquehoning, Horvat's Garage in Lansford and Poole's Auto in Jim Thorpe.

Most people only new him as "Doc."

He was a U.S. Navy veteran of Vietnam, having served on the USS Boston.

He was a graduate of Newton High School, New Jersey, Class of 1967, where he was a member of the band. Mike was a car and motorcycle enthusiast. Finally, in his later years he had the chance to purchase his Harley and enjoy it for many years.

Surviving along with his wife and mother are sons, Gregory, and his wife, Judy, of Jim Thorpe, and Christopher, and his wife, Kristy, in Minnesota; brothers, Kevin of Scranton, Sean of Tamaqua and Kenton, and his wife, Patti, in New Jersey; five grandchildren, five great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

He was also preceded in death by a daughter, Michelle Doolittle, who died on Aug 26, 2019.

Service: Memorial service 11 a.m. Saturday, March 14, Joseph S. Blazosky Funeral Home, 81 E. Catawissa St., Nesquehoning, with Pastor Kimberly Leskowich officiating. Family will receive friends on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. Military honors will be rendered at the funeral home at 11:30 a.m. The Joseph S. Blazosky Funeral Home has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements. Online condolences can be offered at www.blazoskyfh.com.