Terry M. Dobbs, 71, Marion, passed away in his home with family near at 1:39 pm on Thursday, May 30, 2024. He was born in Appalachia, Virginia, on Friday, November 28, 1952, to Clarence and Betty (Collins) Dobbs. On November 11, 1978, he married Rene L. Richards.
Terry graduated from Marion High School and worked as a Supply and Inventory Specialist at Dollar General Distribution and previously RCA and Conrail. He attended Brookhaven Wesleyan Church for many years, and when he was able, he most recently attended Northview Church. Terry loved baseball; he played in high school and coached in the United States Air Force while stationed at Scott Air Force Base. He also played pony league at Lincoln Field. He enjoyed watching Sammie, his granddaughter, ride horses, and Griffin, his grandson, play baseball. He was the "cut up" at work. He was a big NASCAR fan and loved making memories with his daughter at the track. He was a Colts fan and loved to play golf with his brothers. More than anything, he loved spending time with friends and family.
Survivors include his wife of over 40 years, Rene L. Dobbs of Marion; daughter, Heather (Brian) Hauke of Noblesville; brothers, C. Allen (Marilyn Kaye Owens) Dobbs of Marion; brother, Jim (Theatta) Dobbs of Marion; grandchildren, Sammie Hauke and Griffin Hauke; special cousin, Jimmy Meadors; as well as many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Betty C. Dobbs.
The family will receive visitors from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.
Immediately following the time of visitation, a service to celebrate Terry's life will begin at 1:00 pm with Pastor Les Turner officiating. Burial will take place at Grant Memorial Park.
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