Known for his deep love for dachshunds, politically charged t-shirts, and razor-sharp wit, John passed away Wednesday, August 27^th at 5:45 pm surrounded by his family in Chesapeake, VA.

John was a fixture of Mill Lake Quarter, known to all his neighbors as the neighborhood watch, a champion of people, and going “all out” at Halloween and Christmas. For over 35 years, he hosted renowned Christmas Eve parties, famous for his Preacher Cookies, deviled eggs, and Rum Cake.

Born in Wilmington, Delaware, April 14, 1941, John spent most of his life in Chesapeake and Currituck Co., NC working in Sheet Metal for local Union 100.

Preceded in death by his parents John L. Doxey Jr. and Erlein Walker Doxey, his amazing wife, Gladys Doxey, whom he was married to for 28 wonderful years, and two beloved Doxies, Pookie 1 and Pookie 2.

Survived by his three children, Paula Doxey (Ben Day), Joan Woodle (Jason), Katherine Nielsen (Keith), and bonus daughter, Jennifer Stell (Alan) and bonus son, Ray Davis (Suzanne).

He was so proud of his 8 grandchildren (Hailey, Brandon, Quinlan, Ruby, Parker, Connor, Caitlyn and Lauren) and 2 bonus grandchildren (Emma and Nathan). He so enjoyed his grand dogs (Sunny, Wally, Oz, Simba, Luna and Stella).

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for October 2025, details coming soon. In lieu of flowers, we ask you to donate in John’s name to the Fanconi Cancer Foundation, at Fanconi.org.