Douglas Daniel Dodge, 89, of Northampton, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 1, 2022, in his home surrounded by his family. Born on May 10, 1933, in Syracuse, NY, Doug was the eldest son of the late Charles and Alberta "Bertie" (Brown) Dodge. Douglas and his wife, Bonnie L. (Sysko), celebrated 25 years of marriage together. He was a graduate of Syracuse University, earning his BS in Production Management. He later earned his MBA in Business Administration from Lehigh University. He served as executive vice president, general manager, and director of Dent Manufacturing prior to becoming CEO/Owner of the company. Prior to Dent Manufacturing, Douglas worked for the Sheridan Company in Easton, Lehigh Valley Electronics in Fogelsville, Dixie Cup American Can in Easton, and Colgate-Palmolive in New Jersey. He served on the board at Fairview Savings and Loan in Easton for many years. Douglas was an Eagle Scout. He proudly and honorably served our country in the U.S. Army as an SP3 and subsequently in the U.S. Navy as a Naval Intelligence Officer - eventually serving a (2) year term as base commanding officer of FIRSTEURNLT 0693 from 1983-1984 and eventually retiring honorably as a Captain in the US Naval after 33 years in 1993. Douglas loved to help people and always had a smile. He was a wonderful husband and father who will be missed by all who knew him.

Survivors: In addition to his wife, Douglas is survived by sons, Timothy D., Dr. Peter M. and wife, Akemi, and Charles and wife, Judalyn; daughter, Victoria Bridges and husband, Tim; grandchildren, Ruby, Aina, Emily, Spencer, and James; sister, Diane Grinnell; and special friend, Grant A. Shimer. His brother, Richard "Red," and beloved dog, Patience, preceded Douglas in death.

Services: There will be no funeral services. Douglas requested that he be donated to Humanity Gifts Registry in Philadelphia so that he can continue to help people in need. Arrangements are under the direction of the Reichel Funeral Home, Northampton. Online condolences may be offered below.

Memorials: Contributions may be made to the Northampton VFW Post 4714, PO Box 282, Northampton, PA 18067 in loving memory of Douglas.