Obituary – Norma J. Dotson

Norma Jean Dotson, 87, of Rolla, Missouri, passed from this life on July 16, 2025. She was born on October 9, 1937, in Newburg, Missouri, to Carl William Turner and Oleta Thelma (Ray) Turner.

Norma was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Billy Jack Dotson; a son, John Crawford; and her sister, Anita McFarland.

She is survived by her son, Larry Dotson and his significant other, Kinkel Rowan, of Texas; grandchildren, Andrew and his wife, Irene, of Texas, and Nathaniel Dotson, of Colorado; and great-grandchildren, Arthur and Henry Dotson.

Norma loved reading and was a talented seamstress who made her own clothes. She was also a beautician and found great joy in gardening. Norma adored animals and had a deep love for all kinds of pets. A professed Christian, she drew strength from her faith. She could grow anything from her garden and had a special affection for Newburg history and family genealogy. Norma will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Services will be held on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at Rolla Apostolic Pentecostal Church, 750 S. Rolla Street. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m., funeral service will follow at 12 p.m.