Joseph Clinton Dawson Jr.'s Obituary
Obituary for Joseph Clinton Dawson, Jr.
Joseph Clinton Dawson, Jr., fondly known as Joe, and to many as “Buddy”, was born on April 29, 1952, in Milford, DE, and passed away on October 1, 2024, in Baltimore, MD. He was the beloved son of the late Joseph Clinton Dawson, Sr., and Florence (Wilson) Noel.
Joe had a deep love for music, especially gospel singing, which brought joy to him and those around him. He also enjoyed fishing, finding peace and fulfillment in the quiet moments spent by the water.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents as well as his sisters: Jennilee Dewey, Patty and Donna Dawson. He is survived by his loving daughters, Dawn Melissa Howard (Leon) and Joanna Lynn Missimer; siblings Joanne West, Earnest, Henry and Frank Timmons and David Eisenhour. He was blessed with four grandchildren: Andrew Steven Howard (Brooke), Sarah Elizabeth Ankrom (Jordon), Kandis Rene Missimer and Regan Patricia Missimer; two great grandchildren: Jaxon and Luna Ankrom as well as nieces, nephews extended family and friends who will forever cherish the memories they shared with him.
A funeral service to celebrate Joe's life will be held at Watson Funeral Home in Millsboro, DE, on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at 11:30 AM. A viewing will take place from 10:00 to 11:30 AM, just prior to the service. Interment will follow immediately at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Joe’s name to the PTSD Foundation of America at www.ptsdusa.org.
Joe will be remembered for his kind heart, love for music, and devotion to his family. His presence will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Please visit Joe’s Life Memorial at www.watsonfh.com.
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