William Emmett Dolsen
William Emmett “Bill” Dolsen, age 78, of Huntsburg Township, passed away peacefully at his home on Aug. 22, 2024.
Born on Feb. 9, 1946, in Cleveland, to the late Robert F. Dolsen and Dorothy (nee Knapp) Dolsen, Bill was a lifelong Geauga County resident who spent 48 years in Huntsburg and grew up in Chardon.
Bill graduated from Chardon High School in 1964 before enlisting in the U.S. Air Force, where he proudly served from 1965 to 1969 in Omaha, Neb., and Seville, Spain.
He dedicated much of his career to truck driving, retiring from the U.S. Postal Service in 2011.
On June 16, 1972, Bill married Donna Marie Dolsen, the love of his life. Together, they built a life full of joy and adventure.
Bill’s passions included aviation, history and mechanical tinkering. In his retirement, he delved into antique clock repair and collecting, combining his interests in a meaningful way.
He was an avid traveler, but his greatest joy came from working on the home he built for his family. Known as a jack of all trades, Bill took pride in tackling any project, big or small.
Bill is survived by his beloved wife, Donna; four sons, Lee (Emerlyn), Adam (Julia), Andrew and Daniel (Jenna); and six grandchildren, Laina, Natalie, Evan, Sophia, Benjamin and Kieran.
He is also survived by his three sisters, Susan (Bill) Fluhr, Diane Dolsen and JoAnne Dolsen; along with many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate Bill’s life on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, from 4-8 p.m., at Burr Funeral Home, 116 South St., Chardon.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland, OH 44110; or the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Burr Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Chardon. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.burrservice.com.
