Obituary of Joseph Walter Dotta

A truly good and loving man has passed. Joseph (Joe) Dotta passed away peacefully on Friday, October 29, 2004 at the age of 48 years, with his family at his side. Joe will be lovingly remembered by his wife Marilyn; their children, Brandon, Caylin and Riley; as well as his loving mother Lidia; sister Marisa (Rod) and her children, Shaun (Leona), Nick and Erik; mother-in-law, Norma; brothers-in-law, Lloyd and Kevin; and sisters-in-law, Susan (Grant) and Kari and their families. Joe was predeceased by his father Rolando in 2003. Joe will be dearly missed by numerous family members, life long friends and colleagues. Joe worked for the City of Calgary for over twenty-seven years and was proud to be a third-generation employee. Over his years of service, he worked in many districts in Roads Division, with the most recent being Foreman in District 6. As an exceptional man, Joe led a healthy lifestyle and had many hobbies and interests which included: fine dining, a wine collection, golf, camping, and cycling. He was a man of character, sincerity, and possessed immense patience. “We Love You Joe” Those wishing to pay their respects may do so at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Wednesday, November 3, 2004 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Funeral Services will be held at McINNIS & HOLLOWAY’S, Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E.) on Thursday, November 4, 2004 at 2:30 p.m. Forward condolences through www.mcinnisandholloway.com. If friends so desire, memorial tributes may be made directly to the AgapÚ Hospice, 1302 – 8 Avenue N.W., Calgary, AB T2N 1B8 Telephone: (403) 282-6588. The family can not adequately express their gratitude to all of the people who have supported them during this time. They also wish to extend their sincere appreciation for the exceptional care given to Joe by Dr. David Gill, Home Care Services and the staff and volunteers at the AgapÚ Hospice. In living memory of Joseph Dotta, a tree will be planted at Fish Creek Provincial Park by McINNIS & HOLLOWAY FUNERAL HOMES, Fish Creek Chapel, 14441 BANNISTER ROAD S.E., CALGARY, TELEPHONE: (403) 256-9575.