John P. “Jack” Dobson, 89, of Markle, passed away Monday morning, Feb. 26, 2024, at his home.
He was born Sept. 26, 1934, in Howard, Pa. to Preston and Virginia (Strunk) Dobson.
After graduating from Bluffton High School, Jack joined the Army and served his country during the Korean War. On his return, he worked at Ratliff’s Meat Market as a meat cutter before he began working at BRC. After his retirement from BRC, he continued working at Temp-Masters.
On July 27, 1957, in Portland, Ind., John married Nancy Steed and shared 64 years of marriage before her passing on March 2, 2022.
John attended the Murray Missionary Church and was involved in the American Legion Post 111 for more than 56 years. He also enjoyed gardening, yard work, woodworking and was a talented woodcarver, and enjoyed spending time with his family.
Survivors include two sons, Jon V. (Peggy) Dobson of Murray, James C. Dobson of Huntington; three grandchildren, Zak (Brittany) Dobson and Shelby (Evan) Saunders, all of Murray, and Jessica (Brian) Funderburg of Huntington; and four great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by a brother Norman Dobson and a sister Beverly Day.
There will be a graveside service for Jack at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Elm Grove Cemetery with Pastor Mike Gilbert officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the United States Army Honor Guard and the American Legion Post 111 Honor Guard.
In lieu of flowers and gifts, the family prefers memorials be made to United Home Care Services, Elara Caring Hospice or to Tunnels for Towers and can be directed to the funeral home.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Lemler family of Thoma/Rich, Lemler Funeral Home in Bluffton. Friends can send online condolences to John’s family at www.thomarich.com.