Donald J. Dowlin

Donald J. “Butch” Dowlin III, 61, of Ohioville, died Sunday, April 7, 2024 at home, surrounded by loved ones after a lengthy battle with his health.

Born May 25, 1962, in Fayetteville, NC, a son of the late Donald J. Dowlin Jr. and the late Joyce White Antonis. A 1981 graduate of Western Beaver High School, he was a foreman at Watco Industries in Industry, PA for many years. He rose through the ranks at Watco, starting as a laborer and heavy equipment operator. He was a lifetime member of the Midland Sportsman’s Club and an avid outdoorsman. He had a sharp wit and an even sharper shot. He spoke fluent sarcasm and could make a friend wherever he went. Butch was a loving husband, a great father, an amazing cook and a loyal friend.

He is survived by his wife of nearly 35 years, Delon (Fisher) Dowlin; a daughter, Corrine (Samuel) Dowlin-Guido; Two sisters, Darlene (Tim) Beck and Debbie Meechum; a mother and father-in-law, Patricia and Nick Porto; an aunt and uncle, Leon and Delores Dowlin, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He is also survived by his closest friend, Dean (Tammie) Chevalier.

The Dowlin Family wishes to express their gratitude to the many friends, family, and neighbors who aided Butch and the family throughout his ongoing medical complications, especially Dean, Tammie, and Elissa Chevalier for their continued guidance and steadfast support.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 12, 2024, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. in the Noll Funeral Home, Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. A Memorial Service will be conducted on Saturday, April 13, 2024 at 11:00 AM at New Salem Presbyterian Church, 348 Salem Church Rd., Midland, PA.

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