Leslie C. Dotson (Lee) was born on September 15, 1945 and died on Saturday May 8, 2010. On Friday, May 14 th at 11:00 AM close to 100 people from Oakwood Manor in Sarasota, Florida attended an inspiring Memorial Service for Lee. It was a profound celebration of Lee's life. His wife Evelyn wept during the testimonials as close friends recalled some wonderful memories and stories about Lee. Todd, his son accompanied his mother and stood with her as they greeted all in the receiving line. Lee is survived by Kimberly Hancock, his daughter and son-in-law Ben Hancock, and their two children , Cooper and Chloe Hancock, and Mike Budd, son-in-law, all from Rhode Island.
Lee was a retired Master Sergent in Air Force/ National Guard and a retired Postal Worker.
Bridget Mary Meehan wrote the Memorial Service and led the prayers. Judy and Louise, friends of the family read Psalm 23 and the Gospel of John 14:1-3. Jack Meehan played the sax and trumpet: Amazing Grace, Danny Boy, the Air Force Anthem and When the Saints Go Marching in. Jack also played a melody of spiritual and Scottish songs before and after the service.
Lee and Evelyn's friends from Oakwood hosted a luncheon immediately following the service.
Bridget Mary Meehan, RCWP
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