Carolyn M. Dotson 1959-2026
YOUNGSTOWN — Carolyn Marie Dotson, 67, departed this life at 10:12 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026, at Hospice House, following complications from an extended illness.
She was born Jan. 16, 1959, in Youngstown, the daughter of Archie Jr. and Mattie Snider Dotson.
Carolyn was employed with Wee Care Day Care and Learning Centre for 10 years as a childcare provider before retiring.
She graduated in 1978 from The Rayen School and, in 1979 from Choffin CTC Adult Education with a degree in daycare.
She enjoyed watching soap operas and movie thrillers, going to casinos and traveling.
She leaves to mourn, one sister, Ms. Shirley Dotson of Shaker Heights; a niece, Ms. Sherese Dotson of Cleveland; a great-nephew, Deontae Dotson of Cleveland; two great-nieces, Ms. Lila Dotson and Ms. Imani Dotson, both of Cleveland; and a host of relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents and by one brother, Jerome Dotson.
Private services were held at Sterling-McCullough Williams Youngstown Chapel.
Arrangements of comfort were handled by Sterling-McCullough Williams Youngstown Funeral Home.
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