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CARNEY, Mich. -- James Patrick Dodson, lovingly known as "Jim Bob," 38, of Carney, Michigan, passed away on October 8, 2026. He was born October 24, 1987, in Libertyville, Illinois, to Gorman and Joanna (Stewart) Dodson.
Jimmy worked as a CNC Machinist at Stewart Manufacturing, Northern Fab, LLC, and most recently, Caterpillar. He loved the outdoors, especially kayaking, hunting, and fishing. Above all, he cherished his family, particularly his children, and was a proud, devoted dad who loved cheering them on at their sporting events. He treasured time with family and friends and was a die-hard Green Bay Packers fan.
Jimmy is survived by his father, Gorman Dodson; bonus mother, Sonya Pompeo; children, Kayden and Karlee Dodson; the children he loved as his own, Kenzee-Ann Thorbahn and Alyssa DuPont; fiancée, Kelly DuPont; the mother of his children, Natasha Britton; brother, Timothy Curtis; grandson, Jack DuPont, whom he loved as his own; paternal grandmothers, Penny Burger and Janice Dodson; maternal grandparents, James and Mary Stewart; and many other loving family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Joanna Stewart; brother, Michael Curtis; grandfather, Gorman Dodson; and Robert Burger.
A celebration of Jimmy's life will be held Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the Carney American Legion. Visitation will be from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m., followed by a eulogy. A meal will be served from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Anderson Diehm Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.