John was born in Atlanta, Georgia on September 26, 1942, the son of John Henry Doty and Doris (Carlson) Doty-Cain, and was a 1960 graduate of Southport High School. He pursued his Undergraduate Studies at Indiana University, then earned his Ph.D. from the University of Michigan in 1972.
Mr. Doty was a member of Canaan Community Church of Coatesville, and was very active in his church until his retirement after which he and his wife began to travel the country.
John was a Captain in the United States Navy, serving during the Vietnam War. He retired from the Navy after 33 years of service. He was a Professor for many years teaching at Indiana State University and Indiana University Medical Center.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Sharon Doty; a daughter, Angie Glaese, (Joe Rohrich), Colorado; a son Michael Doty, (Deanna), Illinois; a brother Allen “Hank” Doty, (Charlene), Missouri; a sister, LuEllen Doty, (Tim), Illinois; eight grandchildren; Joshua, Autumn,), Ashlee, Mitch, Jon, Ryan, Matt, and Devin; several great grandchildren including, Bailee, Everlee, Lakona, Colton, and Josie; and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Jody Rohrman; a brother, Doug Doty; and a great grandson, Bentlee.
Services will be held 1:00 p.m. February 22, 2020, at Bittles and Hurt Funeral Home with Pastor Steve Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Coatesville Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until time of the service on Saturday.
Memories may be shared with the family at www.BittlesandHurt.com.
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