Francis Dobson Obituary
In loving memory of Francis Dobson (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia), who departed this world on January 2, 2026 at the age of 90. Francis leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his sisters, Marguerite Richards and Carol Watters; and his parents, Merita and Gerard. He is survived by: his wife Verna (Cross); his children, Stephen Dobson (Robyn), Carol Anne Lewis (David) and Kathryn Hill (Blair Cormier); his grandchildren, Angela Counter, Daniel McInnis, Elizabeth Lewis and Jeffrey Lewis; and his sister Marie Knapman (Wally). He is also survived by 6 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Friday, January 9th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Atlantic Funeral Home (771 Main St, Dartmouth, NS B2W3T9). A funeral Mass was held on Saturday, January 10th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the St. Thomas More Church (15 Caledonia Rd, Dartmouth, NS B2X1K7).
Donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Chalice (chalice.ca).
