of Rolla, MO
November 3, 1958 - May 26, 2024
George Little Dortch III, of Rolla, Missouri passed away May 26, 2024. He was born November 3rd, 1958 in Little Rock, Arkansas to George and Della Mae Dortch. He is predeceased by his parents and his wife of 26 years, Chandler Berryman Dortch of Fort Worth, Texas. George grew up in Batesville, Arkansas and he has come home for a final rest at Oaklawn Cemetery.
George graduated from Batesville High School in 1977 and earned a Bachelor of General Studies from Texas Christian University in 1982. He was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon (SAE) fraternity while attending TCU and he always had a smile on his face as he retold stories about his fraternity brothers.
He loved the outdoors and liked piddling for hours at his family's farm at every opportunity. He was an avid duck hunter in his early years and he was incredibly talented at duck calling.
George and his wife, Chandler, had no children but they always had a warm household filled with several four-legged babies. He had a kind and gentle touch with animals and he always favored adopting dogs from a shelter.
He is survived by brother, Damon Dortch and his wife, Diane of Little Rock, AR; nephew, Steele Dortch and his wife, Leah of Van Buren, AR; grandnephews, Elias and Everette Dortch of Van Buren, AR; aunt, King Dobbins of Colorado; the Cooke family (Becky, Sam, John and Mary) and niece, Ashely Coleman of Simpsonville, SC. A graveside service will be held at the Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville, AR at 10:30 am on Friday, May 31, 2024. Pallbearers are Sam Cooke, John Cooke, Alex Cooke, David Cooke and Steele Dortch.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in his honor to Rolla Animal Shelter, 200 N. Main St, Rolla, MO, 65401 or online at rollacity.org/shelter-home.shtml or to Phelps County Animal Rescue, 745 E. Springfield, St. James, Mo, 65559 or online at phelpscountyanimalrescue.net
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11 Condolence(s)
Joby Burnett
Monday, June 3, 2024
My heart goes out to his family, Ashley and her daughter Adelaide, those two were best of friends and George adored her. I had the pleasure of working with/for George this past year, what a great man he was. He’ll be missed dearly.
Helen GMusgrave
Monday, June 3, 2024
It saddens me to learn of his passing. I remember babysitting for him and Damon. We had fun. Prayers for his family.
Jimmy and Ladene Bray
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Damon,
Jimmy and I are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Bob Wallis
Sunday, June 2, 2024
My heartfelt prayers are with you. George was a good friend of mine growing up in Batesville. I was blessed to have known him. Kind and gentle describes him perfectly.
Lynette McCormick
Friday, May 31, 2024
Damon, Dave & I are so sorry to hear about this loss. Prayers for you & the family.
Katrina Rowe Fudge
Friday, May 31, 2024
I'm sorry for your loss. May the Lord give you comfort & peace during this difficult time.
Franklin and Annette Shirrell
Friday, May 31, 2024
Damon, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karen Clary
Thursday, May 30, 2024
I’m so sorry to hear this. George was such a dear friend when we were younger. I have a lot of fond memories of going to the lake. Sending lots of love and prayers to Damon and family.
Karen Clary
Thursday, May 30, 2024
I’m so sorry to hear this. George was such a dear friend when we were younger. I have a lot of fond memories of going to the lake. Sending lots of love and prayers to Damon and family.
Jan Burrow Qualls
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Sending my thoughts and prayers
Anne and Bill Luster
Wednesday, May 29, 2024
So sorry for George’s death and for the sadness of his last few years. He is at peace now. Please accept our sincere condolences.