John A. Doty

John A. Doty of Orlando, Florida, age 63, passed away peacefully while in the loving care of his family in Mazon, IL on March 28, 2025. He was born in Berwyn, IL on January 19, 1962 to his parents Bill and Mildred (nee Cohout) Doty.

John graduated from Joliet West High School before starting his professional career. He spent thirty-five years with the Disney Corporation, where he was highly respected by his peers and earned numerous awards and recognition for his passionate approach to his work. He loved to travel the world for Disney, attending multiple Super Bowls and lighting the lights for the Magnificent Mile Holiday Celebration in Chicago. Even though John loved what he did and knew that he excelled in his field, he always remained humble regarding his many achievements. It just wasn’t in John’s nature to build himself up for others. Instead, he would much rather expend his efforts to build up those around him. He loved to cook and bake for family and friends, and he was a wonderful uncle to his nieces and nephews. He would always look for an opportunity to put a smile on someone’s face with a little kind-hearted humor. While his time here in this world was far too short, his family can rest easy in the assurance that John lived his life well and brought joy and comfort to so many throughout his life.

He was preceded in death by his parents Bill and Mildred, and his brother Dennis Doty.

John is survived by his brothers Jim (Linda) Doty and Paul (Laurie) Doty; his nieces and nephews Dana Doty, Jeffrey Doty, Heather Doty, Elizabeth (Matt) Schlick, Ambris (Ryan) Thomas, Allison Doty, Emily Doty, as well as numerous other extended family members, friends, and loved ones who also survive.

Per John’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded and his remains will be held in the care of his loving family.