DOTY, Harlan G.

DOTY, Harlan G. (Dubuque, IA, Mar. 25, 1936--Dubuque, IA, Oct. 23, 2018). Harlan G. Doty Sr., the son of Harold and Madeline (Blakeman) Doty was a graduate of DUBUQUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL and a U.S. Navy veteran. On October 9, 1956, Harlan married Kathleen "Kay" Droeszler at St. Patrick's Church, Garryowen, Iowa.

Harlan was a machinist for JOHN DEERE DUBUQUE WORKS for 34 years. He was involved in ergonomics, recreation committees, and a union steward. He was a very proud union man. He retired in 1994, and then spent the next twenty years as an ambassador "tour guide" for the company.

Playing baseball was an important part of Harlan's life. He played for Dubuque Senior High School in his early years and then coached his son's and grandson's teams. In 2004, Harlan received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Dubuque Independent League for his dedication and involvement in the league from 1968 to 2004. On February 4, 2012, he was inducted into the DUBUQUE AREA LABOR HALL OF FAME. Harlan was a member of Holy Ghost Church for over 60 years, the UAW Local 94 and American Legion Post #6 of Dubuque. He coached for many years in the Independent League and the Dubuque semi-pro league. He also volunteered for the Washington Tool Library and NORTH END NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION.

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