Mark Daniel Doty Jr.

Mark D. Doty, Jr., 80, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2026, at Hospice of Hamilton. Born on January 15, 1946, in Hamilton, Ohio, Mark was the son of Mark D. Doty, Sr., and Margaret (Maus) Doty. He was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Mattingly, his parents, and his brother, David A. Doty. Mark proudly served his country in the United States Navy aboard the USS Enterprise from 1968 to 1972 during the Vietnam War. His dedicated service was recognized with numerous honors and commendations, including the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal with Device, Meritorious Unit Commendation, Seventh Fleet Letter of Commendation, and Good Conduct Award. 

Following his honorable discharge from the Navy, Mark returned to his hometown of Hamilton, where he worked for Hamilton Tool Company and the City of Hamilton before retiring. On May 25, 1985, Mark married Catherine Mattingly, who preceded him in death on June 10, 2026. Mark had a lifelong passion for trapshooting and sporting clays. From his youth, he was actively involved in the sport, participating in numerous competitions and earning several wins along the way. In more recent years, he enjoyed sharing his knowledge and love of the sport by coaching local youth teams. He was a lifetime member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association (ATA), Fairfield Sportsmen's Club, and Fourth Degree, Patriotic Degree of the Knights of Columbus.

Mark is survived by his niece, Deanna Doty (James) Powell; two nephews, David Eric (Kay) Doty and Daniel (Katrina) Doty; eight grandnieces and grandnephews; several great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews; and numerous cousins. He also leaves behind special friends, Mark and Rhonda Young, Dan and Nancy Moats, and Pat Moeller, who held a special place in his life. Family and friends are invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Monday, November 16, 2026 at 10am at St. Ann Catholic Church, 3028 Pleasant Avenue, Hamilton, Ohio. Burial will follow at Millville Cemetery.