James Dobberstein

DOBBERSTEIN, James W., age 84, of Beavercreek, passed away on September 13, 2015. He is preceded in death by his son, Erik, 2 brothers, 1 sister, and son-in-law, Lani Smith.

James is survived by his wife of 60 years, Marilyn; daughters, Jama Smith and Denise Dobberstein (Joe Elking); grandson, Ryan Griffis; sister, Elenore Locke; daughter-in-law, Joan, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, other family, and friends.

He was a 1949 graduate of Wilbur Wright High School. He was a proud U.S. Marine Sgt. and served in the Korean Conflict. Later he became a carpenter contractor. He was a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Family will receive friends from 12:30 - 1:30 pm on Saturday, September 19, 2015 at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 239 Wayne Ave., Dayton, OH where a service follows at 1:30 pm officiated by Pastor Robert Miller. Burial will take place at Mt. Zion Park Cemetery, Beavercreek, OH. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.