Help the Doan Family (In Memory of James Doan)

This fundraiser will help to offset and relieve costs related to the funeral services and medical expenses for James Doan. James is survived by his loving wife, Judy, his daughter Jamie, and his son Jefferson. Born April 6, 1953, in Kentucky, James married while still in high school and never looked back. He established himself as a successful master mechanic for almost 30 years, and later drove buses for the local school district.

James blessed the lives of many people. He was very down to Earth, calm and reserved, and incredibly knowledgeable. Never missing a chance to help others or relax with family and friends, sipping Jack Daniels on the rocks, James was prepared for all occasions. It wasn’t uncommon to find him at the bowling alley, where the "Axeman" himself was well known and respected among the regulars. James was even able to bowl the perfect game during a league and take home quite the trophy ring for the coveted 300 score game.

The family holds close many memories of James. Jefferson remembers building computers, getting help suiting up for hockey games, and replacing the stereo and speakers of his first car with James. Jamie remembers being taken to all her dance and marching band performances, getting help driving and moving around during college years, and always getting answers to her questions about cars with James. Judy, of course, remembers their 51 years of marriage, raising their two kids, Jefferson and Jamie, and living the most incredible life with James.

The last few years have taken quite the toll on the family both in terms of mental/physical stress, as well as financial strain regarding doctor/hospital visits, medications, and equipment for the home so he could live out his life comfortably surrounded by his loving family. The goal of this fundraiser is to cover funeral services and related costs. Should the goal be exceeded, any additional funds will be going towards paying off medical debts.