John Dodson

(From Jobe Funeral Home)

John P. Dodson, age 84, of Monroeville passed away on Sunday, October 25, 2026.

Born on January 8, 1942, in Joplin, MO, John was the son of the late Chester and M. Virginia (McFerran) Dodson.

John's life was marked by service and adventure. He served with distinction as a U.S. Army Helicopter Pilot during the Vietnam War. After his military service, he continued his career as a pilot for Bell Helicopter (Iran) and Life Flight-AGH (Pittsburgh). 

His work and sense of adventure took him and his beloved wife, Patti, across the globe, living in Iran and Germany before settling in Alaska, and later Missouri, before making Turtle Creek and later Monroeville, PA, their home in 1985.

Together, John and Patti shared a passion for exploration. They traveled extensively, around the world and road trips across the United States, visiting many of our National Parks. John also enjoyed the freedom of the open road in his RV and, for a time, spent peaceful moments sailing on a lake in Pennsylvania. John was a dedicated member of several veterans' organizations, including a lifetime membership with VFW Post #92, the American Legion, and the Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association.

He is survived by his beloved spouse of 54 years Patricia (Stoughton); brother, Hugh A. (Nancy) Dodson; sister, Mary V. Dodson; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, David C. (Johnna) Dodson.

Friends and family will be received on Monday, November 2, 2026 from 10 am until time of the funeral service at 11 am at the Jobe Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc., (Monroeville/Plum Chapel) 445 Beatty Road, Monroeville (412-856-4747). Private burial will take place at Cross Roads Cemetery. The family would like to thank AHN Hospice for their kind and compassionate care of John and the support provided to their family. Online condolences can be given at www.jobefuneralhome.com.