Carl “Wayne” Dothage

Carl “Wayne” Dothage, 67, passed away Saturday, August 17, 2024 at his home in Bates City. He was in hospice care after a year-long battle with cancer.

Wayne was born February 15, 1957 in Richmond, Missouri, the son of Ralph and Dorothy Dothage. He grew up on a farm in rural Lexington and graduated from Lexington High School in 1975. He received his bachelor’s degree from Central Missouri State University, Warrensburg. Wayne was employed as an engineer in the conveyor manufacturing industry until his retirement in July 2023. He was a Shriner and a member of Oak Grove Christian Masonic Lodge #392. He enjoyed camping, canoeing, and spending time with his family.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents. He leaves his wife, Lynn, of the home; Son, Nick (Heather Gallardo) Dothage, Blue Springs; a daughter, Sarah (Taylor) Morrissey, Blue Springs; a son, Bert Dothage, Kansas City; two sisters, Joyce Page, Blue Springs; Karen Dothage, Higginsville; and six grandchildren, David Barnett, Ford and Holmes Dothage, and Emmett, Beau, and Hetty Morrissey.

In accordance with his wishes, there will be no service or visitation. Cremation.

Obituary submitted by the family.

Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Oak Grove, MO 816-690-4441