MSG, Charles Mark Dolgas, USAR, Ret.
Charles “Mark“ Dolgas, of Union, KY, passed away at his home on December 5, 2018 at the age of 55 with his wife and mother by his side. Mark put up a warriors fight after a battle against a swift and aggressive form of brain cancer diagnosed just 6 months prior. Mark was a native of Erlanger, KY born on March 6, 1963 to Barbara and Joseph Dolgas. Mark was a graduate of Lloyd High School and attended the University of Kentucky, College of Agriculture studying the Animal Sciences, were he was a member of the University of Kentucky School of Agriculture Alpha Zeta Honor Society. Mark had a passion for animals and met his wife, Karen Abell a Daviess County KY native, who shares this passion while within the Animal Sciences program. Mark is a 30 year veteran of the United States Army. His Army career took him through many journeys of service. Mark served as an active duty paratrooper for 3 years in the 82nd Airborne Division, also as a period of time as a National Guardsman, and as an Army Reservist in the 100th Division as well as serving as a 19 Delta Calvary Scout where he served as a Drill Sgt and was deployed many times to train troops to defend our nation he so passionately and proudly served. Mark retired as a MSG in the 3rd BN 337th Regt, 157th IN BDE, 1st Army Fox Troop NCOIC. During his years as a Reservist Mark also worked as a loyal employee for many years for the University of Kentucky as well as for the University of Cincinnati where he worked as a laboratory technician in Neuroscience research. After retiring Mark assisted and worked within his wife’s dog training and care business were they both deeply loved to care for the 4 legged and 2 legged patrons. Mark is preceded in death by his father, Joseph “Joe” Dolgas, his beloved rescue dogs: Misha, Rocky, Sammy, Koomer, Simba, Belle, Bert, and Winnie. He is survived by Karen Abell, his wife of 22 years and two rescue dogs Randy and Carson. Mark is also survived by his Mother, Barbara “Bobbie” Dolgas of Erlanger, Ky and Brother Joseph “Tony” Dolgas of Florence KY. A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 9, 2018 from 2pm until 5pm at Linnemann Funeral Home in Erlanger, KY. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Monday, December 10, 2018 at 10am at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Union, KY. A second visitation will be held on Monday evening December 10, 2018 at Cecil Funeral Home in Whitesville, KY from 6pm until 8pm. Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, December 11, 2018 at 11am at St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.linnemannfuneralhomes.com
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger 30 Commonwealth Avenue
ERLANGER, KY 41018
Cecil Funeral Home 10153 KY 54
Whitesville, KY 42378
Phone: 2702334437
St. Timothy Church – Union, KY 10272 US 42
Union, KY 41091
Phone: (859) 384-1100
St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Cemetery 9551 Morgantown Rd.
Whitesville, KY 42378
St. Mary of the Woods Catholic Cemetery
Address: 9551 Morgantown Rd. Whitesville, KY 42378MSG, Charles Mark Dolgas, USAR, Ret.
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Our most heartfelt condolences
Karen, we’re thinking of you as you celebrate Mark’s amazing life. Wishing you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Matt, Christie, and Toshi <3
Sad times
So sorry for your tragic loss.
Joanie Miller Howard
Shelbyville Ky
Mark Dolgas, Family
My SINCERE Sympathy in the Loss Of your Loved One.
Mabel Kelley, Remke Mkts.
Deepest Sympathy
My deepest sympathy to the Dolgas family. Sorry for the loss of Mark. Praying that rhe Lord wraps you in his love.
Debbie Macko Deinlein.
So sorry to hear of Mark’s passing
We did not even know he had cancer! Karen, we thought the world of Mark. He was so loving to “Moses” and always was there for us to talk to. Our love and prayers are with you during this very sad time❤️❤️????
Skip and Jonnean Looney
Thoughts and prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Scott & Tammy Long
Our Deepest Sympathy
We are so sorry to hear of Mark’s passing. He will certainly be remembered for all his kindness and love he gave to all. His spirit will always be in our hearts. We wish you and your family peace and love. Jim, Donna and of course Zak and Zulu. Prayers for your entire family. May he rest in peace and free from suffering.
KIND REGARDS
My deepest sympathy to the entire Dolgas family. David R. Palmore – Erlanger/Elsmere Independent Schools, Retired
Our heart and prayers are with you. ROBERT & DEBORAH OSTAFI
To my dearest family, some things I’d like to say…
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I’m writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there’s no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I’m out of sight.
Remember that I’m with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, “I welcome you.”
It’s good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they’ll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you’re part of my plan.
There’s so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day’s chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you….in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn’t understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o’er.
I’m closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I’d like it for you too…
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who’s in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night……”My day was not in vain.”
And now I am contented….that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you’re walking down the street, and you’ve got me on your mind;
I’m walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it’s time for you to go…. from that body to be free,
remember you’re not going…..you’re coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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