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▰ James Dewitt Doss

Died January 05, … More Information
James Dewitt Doss, of Alabama, born in Texas, departed this life Sunday January 5, 2007. James was 88.
Obituary published: January 06, 2007 in "Casper Star T (WY)"

▰ James Dewitt Doss

Died January 01, … More Information
James Dewitt Doss, of Alabama, joined the Lord January 1, 2007. James was 88.
Obituary published: January 02, 2007 in "DecaturDaily"

▰ James W Doss

Died September 26, … More Information
James W Doss, born February 6, 1924 went into the presence of the Lord on September 26, 2013 in Birmingham, Alabama. James was 89. Tags: #Service #James #Betty #Ridouts #Chapel #Harris #Springs #Church #Blount #Railroad #Martha #Doss #George #Daisy #Bobby #Jackson #Keith #Preston #Wiley #Daughter #Startley #Sheila #Yarbrough #Jackie #Adams #Allen #Bryan #Tate #Angie #Kristy #Brock #Lisa #Elliot #Grandchildren #Jamie #Nathaniel #Ashlee #Olivia #Shelby #Austin #Ethan #Lauren #Dalton #Kayla #Alyssa #Taylor #Jacob #Aliyah #Megan #Amber #Great #Braxton #Special #Mary #Pallbearers #Joey #Greg #David #Tyler #Gardendale #Directing #Moncrief #Forever #Visitation
Obituary: DOSS, James W. age 89 of Tarrant passed away 26, 2013 with his family by his side. A Service to celebrate the rejoining of James with his wife Betty of 58 years will be held 29, 2013 3:00 p.m. at Ridouts Gardendale Chapel. Rev. Rufus Harris will lead the Service. James was a member of Springs Baptist Church in Blount . He retired from CSX Railroad after 31 years. Also a sheetrock hanger for many years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Betty Doss; children Betty Faye and Martha Kay Doss; parents George and Daisy Doss, grandsons Bobby Ray Jackson and Keith Yarbrough, great great grandson Preston Elliot; 2 brothers and 3 sisters. He is survived by son Wiley (Glenda) Doss, Daughter JoAnn (Ronnie) Startley, Sheila (Steve) Yarbrough, Jackie (Timmie) Adams. Grandchildren, Allen (Grace) Startley, Ott (Donna) Startley, Bryan Adams, Kim Tate, Angie (Joey) Lay, Kristy (Bobby) Brock, Lisa (David) Elliot. Great Grandchildren, Jamie and Nathaniel Startley, Ashlee and Olivia Yarbrough, Shelby Green, Austin and Ethan Adams, Lauren and Dalton Tate, Kayla Birmingham, Alyssa Thrift, Taylor, Jacob, Aliyah, Brock, Megan and Amber Elliott. Great Great Grandson Braxton Horton. Very Special girlfriend Mary Sanders. Pallbearers; Allen Startley, Ott Startley, Jamie Startley, Nathaniel Startley, Bobby Brock, Dalton Tate. Honory Pallbearers, Joey Lay, Greg Kimberley, David Elliott, Tyler Horton. Ridouts Gardendale Chapel Directing. Burial at Moncrief for the rejoining of James and Betty Doss Forever. A Visitation will be held on 28, 2013 from 6-8 p.m. at Ridouts Gardendale Chapel.

▰ James W Doss

Died September 26, … More Information
James W Doss, born February 6, 1924 entered into eternal rest September 26, 2013 in Gardendale, Alabama. James was 89.
Family members and close friends: , Glenda Craigo ( Doss ), Bobby Brock, Gail Mcginnis, Patricia ( Punkin ) Williams, Linda Manning

▰ Iva Ilene Doss

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Iva Doss

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Issic Dean Doss

Died December 22, … More Information
Issic Dean Doss went into the presence of the Lord on December 22, 2016 in Kimberly, Alabama.

▰ Hershel Lane Doss

Died January 07, … More Information
Hershel Lane Doss, born October 18, 1929 entered Heaven's gates on January 7, 2014 in Alabama. Hershel was 84. Tags: #Alzheimer #Providence #Waskom #Leonard #Blanche #Earl #Burl #Reba #Dorothy #Wanda #Betty #Richard #Doss #Mobile #Kathy #Beck #Greg #Ozark #Larry #Carolyn #Norma #Wilkerson #Texas #Korean #Shell #Enron #Operations #Woodridge #Church #Hershel #Foundation #South #Gardens
Obituary: Hershel L. Doss, a resident of Mobile, Al., passed away after a long battle with Alzheimer's on Jan. 7, 2014, at Providence Hospital, at the age of 84. He was born on Oct. 18, 1929, in Waskom, Tx., and was preceded in death by his parents: Leonard and Blanche Doss; brothers: Leonard Doss, Earl Doss, and Burl Doss; sisters: Reba Danvers, Dorothy Robinson, and Wanda Farmer. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Betty K. Doss; children: Richard (Ann) Doss of Mobile, Kathy (Ellis) Beck of Mobile, and Greg (Donna) Doss of Ozark, Al.; 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. Other surviving family members include: brother Larry (Kathy) Doss; sisters: Carolyn Kerns, and Norma Jean (Vernon) Wilkerson, all of Texas, and a host of other family and friends. Hershel served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict from 1948-1953. He worked for Shell Pipeline and two railroads for many years. He retired from Enron Pipeline Operations with over 26 years of service as a communications and electronics technician. He was a member of Woodridge Baptist Church. He was a lover of people and a servant to all. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Hershel's memory to: Alzheimer's Foundation of South, P.O. Box 9693, Mobile, Al., 36691. service will be held , Jan. 10, 2014 from the chapel of Mobile Memorial Gardens at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will begin one hour prior to service. Interment will follow in Mobile Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be offered at www.mmgfuneralhome.com

▰ Hershel Lane Doss

Died January 07, … More Information
Hershel Lane Doss, born October 18, 1929 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master January 7, 2014 in Mobile, Alabama. Hershel was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Bill Lee, Jane ( Coleman ) Brown, Debbie Fincher, Sam Bolling, Wayne Conrad, Julie Baker, Evelyn Warner, Ken Mcelhaney

▰ Hellen Doss

Died July 10, … More Information
Hellen Doss, born July 3, 1927 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master July 10, 2015 in Anniston, Alabama. Hellen was 88.

▰ Hellen Doss

Died July 10, … More Information
Hellen Doss, born July 3, 1927 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 10, 2015 in Anniston, Alabama. HELLEN was 88.
Family members and close friends: , Ouida Allen

▰ Florence Doss

Died September 25, … More Information
Florence Doss, of Alabama, entered eternal life September 25, 2006. Florence was 67.
Obituary published: September 26, 2006 in "Birmingham News"

▰ Ethan Louis Doss

Died February 24, … More Information
Ethan Louis Doss, born June 24, 2010 went to be with his Lord and Savior February 24, 2013 in Cullman, Alabama. Ethan was 2.
Family members and close friends: , Beverly Hunt, Joy Graves, Cynthia Shumate, Amber Doss

▰ Doris P Doss

Died November 11, … More Information
Doris P Doss, born October 10, 1925 joined the Lord November 11, 2010 in Anniston, Alabama. Doris was 85.

▰ Desmond T Sr Doss

Died April 04, … More Information
On April 4, 2006, Desmond T Sr Doss, 87, of Piedmont, Alabama left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home.
Obituary published: April 05, 2006 in "SO BAY D-B (CA)"

▰ David Edward Doss

Died May 08, … More Information
David Edward Doss, born September 13, 1960 died on May 8, 2017 in Alabama. David was 56.

▰ David B Doss

Died April 13, … More Information
David B Doss, born December 17, 1957 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master April 13, 2020 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. David was 62.
Family members and close friends: , Rita Doss, Shane Doss

▰ Clifford Ophal Doss

Died September 21, … More Information
On September 21, 2006, Clifford Ophal Doss, 79 of Birmingham, Alabama passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: September 22, 2006 in "Shreveport Times (LA)"

▰ Charles Harold Doss

Died April 21, … More Information
Charles Harold Doss, born November 6, 1938 entered Heaven's gates on April 21, 2017 in Birmingham, Alabama. Charles was 78. Tags: #Florence #Coffee #School #Vanderbilt #Delta #Epsilon #Second #Army #Elise #Birmingham #Oklahoma #Darmstadt #Germany #Battery #Artillery #First #Alabama #Guard #Thompson #Single #Services #National #Professional #Screeners #Corporation #Cathedral #Advent #Vestry #City #Mountain #Planning #Fellowship #Downtown #Club #Matthews #Charles #Doss #Mary #Coates #Joel #Edmund #Wirth #Hannah #Instead #Fair #Bill #Memorial #Memorials #Alzheimer #Central #Office #Drive
Obituary: Harold Doss, also known by his nickname, Bitsy, passed away 21, 2017 at age 78. He was born 6, 1938 in Decatur, AL. He grew up in Florence, AL where he graduated from Coffee High School. He then went to Vanderbilt University where he was a member of Delta Kappa Epsilon Fraternity. Upon graduation, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant, having completed the Army ROTC program. In the fall of 1961, he married Elise Leonard of Birmingham. started their married life at Ft. Sill, Oklahoma, and then lived in Darmstadt, Germany where he served with B Battery of the 21st Artillery. Upon completion of his tour, he left the Army as a First Lieutenant and served in the Alabama National Guard for six years. Upon relocating to Birmingham, he worked for Thompson Tractor for 23 years. In 1990 he founded Single Source Services. It rapidly grew into a comprehensive pre-employment screening business serving clients nationwide. Harold was a founding member of the National Association of Professional Background Screeners. In 2008 he sold his business to First Advantage Corporation. He was an active member of The Cathedral Church of The Advent for 51 years. He served on the Vestry, was an usher, a sound system volunteer, cook for breakfast and past chairman for the church picnic. He served on the City of Mountain Brook Planning Commission for 8 years. He served on the board of Fellowship House, was a member of the Downtown Rotary Club, and a member of Mountain Brook Club. He thoroughly enjoyed playing golf with The Matthews Maurauders for close to 50 years. He cherished his friends and his family. Most of all, he loved attending the activities of his grandchildren until his health diminished due to vascular dementia. He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Harold Doss, mother, Mary Louise Coates Doss, and his brother, Joel Coates Doss. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Elise Leonard Doss, his son, Edmund Coates Doss (Kathleen) and his grandchildren, Edmund Coates Doss, Jr., Wirth Wellington Doss, Elise Louise Doss and Hannah Grace Doss. The family is grateful for the care given to him from Instead , the staff at Fair Haven, and especially to his devoted friend and caregiver, Bill O’Dell. There will be visitation at The Cathedral Church of The Advent at 1:00 followed by a Memorial Service at 2:00. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be directed to The Cathedral Church of The Advent, 2017 6th Ave. North, Birmingham, AL 35203 or Alzheimer’s of Central Alabama, 300 Office Park Drive, Birmingham, AL 35223

▰ Charles Michael Doss, Jr

Died September 20, … More Information
Charles Michael Doss, Jr went into the presence of the Lord on September 20, 2014 in Owens Cross Roads, Alabama. Tags: #Catherine
Obituary: Charles passed away on , 20, 2014. Charles was a resident of Owens Cross Roads, Alabama at the time of passing. Charles was married to Catherine.

▰ Charles Harold Doss Jr

Died April 21, … More Information
Charles Harold Doss Jr , born November 6, 1938 went to be with the Lord on April 21, 2017 in Birmingham, Alabama. Charles was 78.
Family members and close friends: , Vivian Ann Mitchell Martin, Alphonso, Charlene Witt, Brandi Morrison, Yvonne, Carl Middleton, Renee

▰ Catherine Marie Doss

Died January 24, … More Information
Catherine Marie Doss, born November 17, 1922 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home January 24, 2020 in Decatur, Alabama. Catherine was 97.

▰ Catherine Margaret Doss

Died January 24, … More Information
Catherine Margaret Doss, born November 17, 1922 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 24, 2020 in Decatur, Alabama. Catherine was 97.
Family members and close friends: , Cathleen Mcculloch, Jan Clark, Joan Sowell, Goldie Boles, Mary Stegeman, Nevaeh Sanford

▰ Bobby Delaney Doss

Died January 27, … More Information
Bobby Delaney Doss, of Empire, Alabama, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Bobby January 27, 1998. Bobby was 36.
Obituary published: January 28, 1998 in "DME"

▰ Bessie (Lee) Doss

Died March 11, … More Information
Bessie (Lee) Doss, 93, of Phil Campbell, Alabama, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 11, 1999.
Obituary published: March 12, 1999 in "Times-Daily"

▰ Bertha S Doss

Died May 23, … More Information
Bertha S Doss, born March 20, 1924 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home May 23, 2011 in Berry, Alabama. Bertha was 87.

▰ Bertha B Doss

Died May 23, … More Information
Bertha B Doss, born March 20, 1924 ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before her May 23, 2011 in Berry, Alabama. Bertha was 87.

▰ Arthur Delaney Doss

Died January 29, … More Information
Arthur Delaney Doss, born August 6, 1955 left us to live with the Father in his new eternal home January 29, 2013 in Leeds, Alabama. Arthur was 57.
Family members and close friends: , Unclepaul ,and Aunt D

▰ Adam Doss

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Jessie P Dosier

Died October 13, … More Information
Jessie P Dosier, born April 29, 1925 departed this life Sunday October 13, 2017 in Selma, Alabama. Jessie was 92.

▰ Floyd Melton Dosier, Sr

Died January 31, … More Information
Floyd Melton Dosier, Sr , born August 29, 1949 departed this life Sunday January 31, 2015 in Selma, Alabama. Floyd was 65.

▰ William Michael Dosett

Died September 17, … More Information
William Michael Dosett, age 51 of Alabama, entered into eternal rest September 17, 2003.
Obituary published: September 18, 2003 in "DecaturDaily"

▰ Sherry Elizabeth Dosdall

Died April 09, … More Information
Sherry Elizabeth Dosdall, born January 20, 1952 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home April 9, 2016 in Huntsville, Alabama. Sherry was 64.

▰ Donald L Dory

Died April 06, … More Information
Donald L Dory, of Alabama, born in Nebraska, went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2008. Donald was 45.
Obituary published: April 07, 2008 in "Grand Island D-I (NE)"

▰ Joan Dortch-Johns

Died December 25, … More Information
Joan Dortch-Johns passed away December 25, 2014 in Alexander City, Alabama.

▰ William Edward Dortch

Died March 14, … More Information
William Edward Dortch, born September 13, 1928 joined the Lord March 14, 2015 in Leroy, Alabama. William was 86. Tags: #Leroy #Church #Army #Child- #Dortch #Nicki #Grandson- #Clark #Lola #Jackson #Jerri #Debbie #Linden #Butler #Burke #Carrie #Edna #Lucy #Reeves #Lucille #Mabel #Service #Trinity #Gardens #Hearn #Claunch #Greg #Bobby #Jimmy #Gordon #Pallbearers #Building #Committee #Dimension #School #Billy
Obituary: William Edward “Bud” Dortch, Sr., age 86, born 13, 1928, died 14, 2015. Mr. Dortch attended Leroy Baptist Church for 22 years and became a member last fall. He was the owner of a retail shoe store/corner kitchen in which he fed up to 27 people at a time. Mr. Dortch was also an Army Veteran.



Survived by:



Only Child- Bill (Carolyn) Dortch, Jr. of Leroy, AL



Granddaughter- Nicki Dortch of Leroy, AL



Great Grandson- Landon Clark of Leroy, AL



Sister- Lola Carter of Jackson, AL



Sisters-in-Law- Jerri Ward of Jackson, AL

Debbie Cannon of Linden, AL



Brother-in-Law- E. T. Todd of Butler, AL



Preceded in death by:



Parents- Burke and Carrie Dortch



Wife- Edna Dortch



Sisters- Lucy Lee Reeves, Lucille Horton and Mabel Carter



Services will be , 17, 2015 at Leroy Baptist Church. Visitation will be from 10:00 am until 12:00 pm with the Service beginning at 12:00 pm. Interment will follow in Trinity Memorial Gardens, Jackson. Online condolences may be left at www.lathanfuneralhomejackson.com.



Pallbearers: Jim Hearn, Don Claunch, Greg Ward, Bobby Reeves, Jimmy Reeves, Dan Gordon



Honorary Pallbearers: Building Grounds Committee of Leroy Baptist Church, New Dimension School Class and Billy Reeves

▰ William Edward Dortch Sr

Died March 14, … More Information
William Edward Dortch Sr , born September 13, 1928 entered the Kingdom of Heaven March 14, 2015 in Jackson, Alabama. William was 86.
Family members and close friends: , Nancy Whatley

▰ Virginia P Dortch

Died July 28, … More Information
Virginia P Dortch, born December 30, 1932 entered the Kingdom of Heaven July 28, 2014 in Birmingham, Alabama. Virginia was 81.

▰ Virginia P Dortch

Died July 28, … More Information
Virginia P Dortch, born December 30, 1932 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home July 28, 2014 in Birmingham, Alabama. Virginia was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Connie Martin, Kim Wisdom - Drummond Co., Deb And Mie House, Susan Felton, Keith Thompson, Deb And Mike House, Donna Harkins

▰ Ms Adell M Dortch

Died November 16, … More Information
Ms Adell M Dortch, born October 29, 1924 joined the Lord November 16, 2019 in Mobile, Alabama. Ms was 95.

▰ Mr Tauras Donell Dortch

Died April 18, … More Information
Mr Tauras Donell Dortch went into the presence of the Lord on April 18, 2016 in Birmingham, Alabama. Tags: #Birmingham #Alabama
Obituary: Mr. Dortch passed away on , 18, 2016. Mr. Dortch was a resident of Birmingham, Alabama at the time of passing.

▰ Mr Eddie Dortch Sr

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Mr Floyd W Dortch

Died February 22, … More Information
Mr Floyd W Dortch, born October 27, 1917 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord February 22, 2013 in Mobile, Alabama. Mr was 95.

▰ Mr Cleveland Dortch

Died October 14, … More Information
Mr Cleveland Dortch, born September 12, 1916 died October 14, 2016 in Mobile, Alabama. Mr was 100.

▰ Mildred L Dortch

Died July 18, … More Information
Mildred L Dortch left this earth on July 18, 2000 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Saraland, Alabama.
Obituary published: July 19, 2000 in "Mobile PR"

▰ Marjorie C Dortch

Died December 09, … More Information
Marjorie C Dortch, born February 9, 1963 joined the Lord December 9, 2013 in Alabama. Marjorie was 50. Tags: #Presbyterian #Southminster #Church #William #Marjorie #Glenn #Claire #Mildred #Aunt #Shari #Tommy #Steve #Cantrell #Daniel #Salter #South #Ridouts #Chapel #Memorial #Dana #Susan #Foundation
Obituary: Marjorie Dana Chapman Dortch, age 50 of Birmingham, passed away on , 9, 2013. Dana was a graduate of Ensley High School and Auburn University. She was a lifelong Presbyterian and a current member of Southminster Presbyterian Church.

Dana was preceded in death by her father: William E. Chapman and her grandparents: C.T and Marjorie Crooks. She is survived by her husband: Glenn Dortch; daughter: Claire Dortch; mother: Mildred Chapman; Aunt: Shari Sadler (Jack); uncle: Tommy Crooks (Kaye); brother in law: Steve Dortch (Alice), 2 nephews and several cousins.

Danas family would like to give their thanks to Dr. James Cantrell, Dr. Neal Daniel,
Dr. Sally Salter and the nursing staff of St. Vincents 4 South Oncology for their loving care.


The family will receive friends at Ridouts Valley Chapel on , 11th from 5:00 to 7:00p.m. A Memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on , 12th at Southminster Presbyterian Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials in memory of Dana Dortch may be made to the Susan G. Komen Foundation or charity of your choice.

▰ Marjorie C "Dana" Dortch

Died December 09, … More Information
Marjorie C "Dana" Dortch, born February 9, 1963 passed from this life on December 9, 2013 in Homewood, Alabama. Marjorie was 50.
Family members and close friends: , Linda And Doug Hollifield, Vonda Fulton, Sybil Leavell, Diana Franklin, Stacie Callaghan, Becky Chapman Tankersley, Jennifer Swain, Karen Tubbs, Sally Sinclair, Jo Pearlman, Stan Breaux, Seth Galloway, Renee Mckenzie Holcombe, Kim Mclean, Karen Mckinley, Elaine & Jack Smith, Julie Carroll, Debbie Howell, Lisa Purvis, Rick Bottsford, Judy Traylor, Stephanie Hoffman, Renee' Mckenzie Holcombe, Betsy Murphy, Kim Henson, Dale Hollifield Edwards, S Lerer, Karen Goodwin-cox, Connie Bailey Campbell, Kim Slay And Family, Sara Eddings

▰ Mable Grant Dortch

Died August 14, … More Information
Mable Grant Dortch, born May 20, 1931 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home August 14, 2016 in Mobile, Alabama. Mable was 85.

▰ Lucy Oliver Dortch

Died December 13, … More Information
Lucy Oliver Dortch, born June 2, 1926 entered into eternal rest December 13, 2016 in Leroy, Alabama. Lucy was 90.

▰ Lucy Oliver Dortch

Died December 13, … More Information
Lucy Oliver Dortch, born June 2, 1926 passed from this life on December 13, 2016 in Jackson, Alabama. Lucy was 90.
Family members and close friends: , Eric & Angie Sullivan
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