James Douglas Dobyns

Doug was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 34 years: Melba Dobyns, his son: Joe Dobyns, grandsons: Ben and Matthew, and great grandson Memphis.

He is survived by his wife Barbara Dobyns, children: Claudia (Jason Shacklette), Brian (Debbie Dobyns), Judy (Robert Manning), Kitty (Joey Usina), Lynn Heath, Cindy Timmering, and Stacey Adams.

Grandchildren: Jessica, Toni Jane, Kayci, Ashley, Lindsey, Heather, David, Connor, Zach, Samantha, Jacob, Catlin, Jade, Chase and Barbra.

Friends forever: Sally Boness

Doug was a fervent blood donor, donating 60 gallons of blood over the course of his lifetime. He retired from the Navy Depot, Jax., FL and worked as a machinist and machinist programmer. He also proudly service in the US Army, the Navy Reserves, and the Air Force Reserves. He was a graduate of Perdue University.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Cancer Society are greatly appreciated.

A visitation for James will be held Saturday, December 10, 2022 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at Hardage-Giddens, Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A funeral service will occur Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 10:00 AM, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205. A committal service will occur Saturday, December 10, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Riverside Memorial Park, 7242 Normandy Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32205.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hgriversidefuneralhome.com for the Dobyns family.