John Michael Doty

John Michael Doty, 78, of Greencastle, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, at his residence surrounded by his family.

John was born in Atlanta, Ga., on Sept. 26, 1942, the son of John Henry Doty and Doris (Carlson) Doty-Cain.

He 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 at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22 at Bittles and Hurt Funeral Home, Greencastle, with Pastor Steve Anderson officiating. Burial will follow in Coatesville Cemetery.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. until time of the service on Saturday.

Memories may be shared with the family at www.BittlesandHurt.com.