obit fyi - William DOTTA , abt 1935 CA. - 2008 CA.
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obit fyi - William DOTTA , abt 1935 CA. - 2008 CA.
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Posted: 14 Mar 2008 5:55PM GMT |
Classification: Obituary
Surnames: Dotta, Craig, Wieler, Stieringer, Reynolds, Nelson,
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Daily Press
Victorville, San Bernardino, CA
14 March 2008, B2
WILLIAM DOTTA
William “Bill the Wildman” Antone DOTTA, 73, passed away of natural causes March 3, 2008. He was at home in Apple Valley surrounded by family and friends.
Bill was born in Portola and raised in the Sierra Valley, though to hear him tell it he was born in Oklahoma and, in trying to get dinner, chased a jackrabbit all the way to California while trying to hit it with a stick.
He entered the U.S. Navy in 1951 and served as a radarman in the USS Boxer CV-21 during the Korean Conflict. After leaving the Navy, he lived in Southern California in Orange County for more than 25 years and then spent 29 years in the High Desert with most of those in Apple Valley.
Bill was an independent contractor working for Cannon Craft, Masters’ Craftsman Shutters and owner of Custom Shutters Inc. He also was an independent builder contractor for many years. His influence in shutter installation can be felt far and wide. Just try to find a good shutter installer who was not trained by Dad or someone he trained!
In his years in Apple Valley, he was an ardent supporter of his children and their pursuits at Apple Valley High School. In the early ’80s, he was highly supportive of the choral music department and was frequently present to boo us to laughter! Throughout Bill and Bando’s football years in the ’80s and ’90s, he could often be heard hollering on the sidelines, stirring up the fans and the team alike!
Throughout his life, Bill was a supporter of all kids. There were too many to begin to name. He took many into his home and heart to help raise, love and straighten out. We all just want to know how the heck he always knew what we were doing all the time, especially when we didn’t want him to know.
Bill is survived by his wife of 44 years, RoseMarie of Apple Valley; daughter and sonin-law Benene and David Craig of Apple Valley; son and fiancee Bill R. Dotta and Kim of Apple Valley; son and daughter-in-law Brandon “Bando” and Michelle DOTTA of Simi Valley; daughter Kelly Wieler of Olympia, Wash.; sons Terry Lee Wieler of Spanaway, Wash., and Jeff Stieringer of San Bernardino; brother and sister-in-law Tom and Judy DOTTA of Loyalton; sister Elinor Reynolds of Cottonwood; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other family, friends and friends who are family.
Bill was preceded in death by his son Daniel A. Dotta. We know they are playing cribbage and Scrabble in heaven. He was also preceded by his parents, Emil E. Dotta Sr. and Juanita (Nelson) Dotta; and his brother Emil “Bing” DOTTA.
In accordance with Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation. Celebration of Life parties will be held on Saturday and again April 19 at the Dottas’ Apple Valley home. The key requirement to attend is to bring all the great stories we have to tell so we can celebrate and laugh.
Cremation is to be handled by Sunset Hills, Apple Valley.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society in Bill’s name. Please make checks payable to NMCRS, 875 North Randolph St., Suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203-1977 or online at www .nmcrs.org.
Daily Press
Victorville, San Bernardino, CA
14 March 2008, B2
WILLIAM DOTTA
William “Bill the Wildman” Antone DOTTA, 73, passed away of natural causes March 3, 2008. He was at home in Apple Valley surrounded by family and friends.
Bill was born in Portola and raised in the Sierra Valley, though to hear him tell it he was born in Oklahoma and, in trying to get dinner, chased a jackrabbit all the way to California while trying to hit it with a stick.
He entered the U.S. Navy in 1951 and served as a radarman in the USS Boxer CV-21 during the Korean Conflict. After leaving the Navy, he lived in Southern California in Orange County for more than 25 years and then spent 29 years in the High Desert with most of those in Apple Valley.
Bill was an independent contractor working for Cannon Craft, Masters’ Craftsman Shutters and owner of Custom Shutters Inc. He also was an independent builder contractor for many years. His influence in shutter installation can be felt far and wide. Just try to find a good shutter installer who was not trained by Dad or someone he trained!
In his years in Apple Valley, he was an ardent supporter of his children and their pursuits at Apple Valley High School. In the early ’80s, he was highly supportive of the choral music department and was frequently present to boo us to laughter! Throughout Bill and Bando’s football years in the ’80s and ’90s, he could often be heard hollering on the sidelines, stirring up the fans and the team alike!
Throughout his life, Bill was a supporter of all kids. There were too many to begin to name. He took many into his home and heart to help raise, love and straighten out. We all just want to know how the heck he always knew what we were doing all the time, especially when we didn’t want him to know.
Bill is survived by his wife of 44 years, RoseMarie of Apple Valley; daughter and sonin-law Benene and David Craig of Apple Valley; son and fiancee Bill R. Dotta and Kim of Apple Valley; son and daughter-in-law Brandon “Bando” and Michelle DOTTA of Simi Valley; daughter Kelly Wieler of Olympia, Wash.; sons Terry Lee Wieler of Spanaway, Wash., and Jeff Stieringer of San Bernardino; brother and sister-in-law Tom and Judy DOTTA of Loyalton; sister Elinor Reynolds of Cottonwood; seven grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other family, friends and friends who are family.
Bill was preceded in death by his son Daniel A. Dotta. We know they are playing cribbage and Scrabble in heaven. He was also preceded by his parents, Emil E. Dotta Sr. and Juanita (Nelson) Dotta; and his brother Emil “Bing” DOTTA.
In accordance with Bill’s wishes, there will be no visitation. Celebration of Life parties will be held on Saturday and again April 19 at the Dottas’ Apple Valley home. The key requirement to attend is to bring all the great stories we have to tell so we can celebrate and laugh.
Cremation is to be handled by Sunset Hills, Apple Valley.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you make a donation to the Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society in Bill’s name. Please make checks payable to NMCRS, 875 North Randolph St., Suite 225, Arlington, VA 22203-1977 or online at www .nmcrs.org.