Mr. Robert E. Dorsey Sr.

Robert E. Dorsey Sr. was born in Huntington, West Virginia 75 years ago to Virginia Lee Forrest and Nesbitt Dorsey. He served in the U.S. Marine Corp. from 1965 to 1971 where he was honorably discharged.

Upon entering the work force, he spent most of his career at Columbus City Schools and then continued his career path at The Ohio State University where he retired.
Throughout this time, he also found joy in coaching little league football for various teams. Another one of his favorite pastimes was watching his favorite team – The Pittsburgh Steelers. Go Black and Yellow!!!

Robert was raised as a child of God. He rededicated his life to God when he joined New Birth Christian Ministries (NBCM). He had a love for his church family and was a dedicated member of the Cleaning Ministry.

Robert also LOVED his family. He was always present and supportive for all of the milestones in the family and loved ones. Whether it was a phone call, hug, card or a duet of Happy Birthday, he made his presence felt.

He was preceded in death by his parents, son Ronald Eugene Dorsey, sisters Dorita Timberlake, Francine Forrest and sister–in-love, Beverly Daniel.

He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving and dedicated wife Barbara Dorsey, brother Allen Forrest, sisters Angelia (Rodney) Dudley, Louise Forrest, Regina (Thomas) Kent-Johnson; children Anjanette Starks, Tina Dorsey, Robert (Frances) Dorsey Jr., Edward Starks, Lisa Dorsey and Bonus daughter Vernice (Richard) Wright. Special Aunts, Gloria Barnes and Jacquelyn Henley. Along with a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Visitation 10:00 AM and Funeral Service 11:00 AM Thursday, December 30, 2021 at New Birth Christian Ministries, 3475 Refugee Rd. Mask and Social Distancing are required. Interment at Eastlawn Cemetery. Ministry of Comfort entrusted to MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE EAST, 5456 E. Livingston Ave. To read the complete obituary, order flowers, view video tribute and offer condolences to The DORSEY Family, visit www.TheChapelofPeace.com