Gene Dodd

1947 - 2013

Gene Dodd obituary, 1947-2013, Decatur, AL

BORN

1947

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Roselawn Funeral Home and Cemetery

741 Danville Road SW

Decatur, Alabama

Gene Dodd Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 18, 2013.

Gene "Geno" Dodd passed away Saturday, March 16, 2013, at home. He was born January 14, 1947, in Lynn, Ala., to James Luther and Annie Bell Taylor Dodd. He graduated from Lynn High School in 1965 and entered the Army in 1966 and served two years. Gene and his wife, Nancy, moved to Decatur from Birmingham in 1979. He and his wife opened Geno's Pub in 1986 and ran it until 2002. He was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars and a charter member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Gene was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, JM and Lathen Dodd; and his son, Ronald Dodd.

Survivors include his wife, Nancy; daughter, Dena; granddaughter, Synclair; and two brothers, James and Garnett Dodd.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at 2 p.m. at Roselawn Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Dwight Nesmith officiating. Burial will be in Roselawn Cemetery. Visitation will be tonight from 6 to 8 at the funeral home. After services a luncheon will be held for all family and friends at the VFW, 2309 Veterans Drive SE.

Pallbearers will be Randy Presswood, Greg Lentz, DC Moore, Greg Maples, Steve Waits and David Mansbridge.

Honorary pallbearers are Marlin Hutson, Mike Love, Carl Jones, Carlton Hanner and all the brothers of the Veterans of Foreign War and the Fraternal Order of Eagles.

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March 22, 2013

Glenda Simmons

Nancy i'm sorry for your lose. Geno was a good man Will never forget you guy's
Glenda

March 20, 2013

missy parker-rook

Nancy, Dena & Sinclair We are so sorry to hear of the loss of Gene, our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family. I just know daddy was there to welcome Gene and I pray that God will comfort your hearts. Love always The Parker family, Peggy, Missy, Alex, & Justin.

March 19, 2013

Marlin Hutson

Nancy, Dena & Synclair,
Geno was a Very Good person that helped many of his friends in their time of need. He will be missed by a Host of Friends and Family. May God Bless his Family and may you R.I.P My Friend... Always, Hut

March 19, 2013

BOBBIE DAMILANO

GENO WAS A GOOD MAN I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED.I DONE BUSSINESS WITH HIM AT RESTURANT EQUIPMENT IN DECATUR FOR YEARS.IT WAS AWAYS GOOD TO SEE HIM.
BOBBIE DAMILANO

March 19, 2013

CJK McDaniel and Family

Synclair, Ms. Dena, and Mrs. Nancy - our prayers are with you. We pray God's perfect Peace will be with you at this time of sadness. We love you!

Posted by CJK McDaniel and Family

March 19, 2013

Jeff Split-Log

March 19, 2013

Jacqueline Byrd

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

March 19, 2013

Suzanne Nickles

Nancy, Dena & Synclair, Please know my prayers are with you. I looked at the photo gallery and that is exactly how I remember Geno, "Smiling and happy"! He is now in a wonderful place where there are angels smiling and singing with him. I love you all, Suzanne (Nelson) Nickles.

March 19, 2013

Ann Turner

Nancy and Dena, I am so sorry for your loss...Geno and his family was a part of my life for a lot of years. I pray for peace in your hearts during these rough time. Love to you always, Ann Turner

March 19, 2013

Cris Alanis

My prayers are with you and your family.

March 19, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May you be courageous and strong during the days ahead.Joshua1:9

March 19, 2013

Greg and Angelia Maples

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

March 19, 2013

amy mcmahan

in my prayers

March 18, 2013

This just doesn't seem real. My heart is broke into a million pieces. When Nancy was at my door, I knew it wasn't good. I really don't know what to say, but I have years of memories to keep you alive in my heart , until I see you again. I love you Geno.

March 18, 2013

gina denson

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

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