Obituary for Johnnie William “Tommy” Dobbins, Jr.
Johnnie William “Tommy” Dobbins, Jr., age 64 of Radford passed away at his home Saturday, May 16, 2020. Born April 24, 1956 in Radford he was the son of Martha Weiss Dobbins and the late Johnnie William Dobbins, Sr.
Tommy was a retired police officer with over 20 years served with Radford City and the Town of Dublin Police Departments. An avid youth sports coach, he also drove buses for Pulaski County and Radford City Schools. He was a member and former deacon of the Dublin Baptist Church.
He is survived by his
Loving wife of 35 years
Linda T. Dobbins – Radford
Mother
Martha W. Dobbins – Fairlawn
Daughter & Son-in-law
Krystal T. Matusevich & husband, Dale W. – Frederica, DE
Son
Christopher Arnold – Dublin
Grandchildren
Warren H. Kark – Riner
Hunter A. Matusevich – Lawrence, KS
Mallory A. Matusevich – Eugene, OR
Caiden M. Arnold – Wytheville
Jaxon T. Arnold – Pulaski
Honorary Granddaughter
Jessalynn L. Kenton – Harrington, DE
Brother
Ralph E. Dobbins – Radford
Many nieces and nephews
Family Friends
Jerry, Debbie and Jamie Farmer – Dublin
The family will have private graveside services Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the Old Dublin Cemetery with Pastor Dennis Jones officiating.
Flowers are appreciated and online condolences can be sent on our website www.bowerfuneralhome.com
Bower Funeral Homes, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family.
May 18, 2020 @ 2:00 pm
So very sorry for your loss. Tommy super nice guy. You and your family will be in our prayers.
May 18, 2020 @ 2:10 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all of you
May 18, 2020 @ 6:29 pm
So sorry for your Tommy was such a good person prayers are with you
June 1, 2020 @ 11:21 pm
So sorry Dobbin family for your lost Tommy was a good friend and a brother from another mother, what we would always say. I have been out of touch with the world sorry I didn’t know of his passing. My prayers and condolences go out to you Linda and your family we love you and God bless you.
May 18, 2020 @ 2:41 pm
Linda and family My sincere condolences for your loss. I am sorry i know he will be dearly missed.
May 18, 2020 @ 5:39 pm
Linda, you are in our prayers as Tommy gains his wings and no longer suffers. He was a wonderful friend and we will miss him beyond measure. We love you and are here for you always💔❤
May 18, 2020 @ 2:43 pm
Tommy will be missed by many, he was loved and admired by so many I loved tommy and will still hold that place in my heart for him so sorry for your loss linda, love you my prayers are with all of Tommy’s family
May 18, 2020 @ 5:28 pm
So sorry to hear! Prayers for whole family.
May 18, 2020 @ 2:45 pm
Love and prayers to Linda and family. We are here to love and support you. Heaven gained an angel.
May 18, 2020 @ 2:46 pm
So sorry for your loss Linda praying for healing of the hearts for y’all 💙💙
May 18, 2020 @ 2:52 pm
Always loved Tommy, he was a great man and will sorely be missed. Linda and family, you will all be in our prayers.
May 18, 2020 @ 2:58 pm
So sorry for your loss. I loved Tommy so much you both have been such awesome friends through the years. If you need anything please call. Praying for you all.
May 18, 2020 @ 3:07 pm
Linda, and the rest of your family. I am so sorry for your loss. Tommy was a great guy and friend. Please accept my deepest condolences. May god be with you all.
May 18, 2020 @ 3:11 pm
Will miss you dear friend. Prayers for Linda and family.
May 18, 2020 @ 3:18 pm
LINDA SORRY ABOUT TOMMY WE WORKED TOGETHER FOR LONG TIME IF YOU NEED ANYTHING LET ME KNOW. CHICKENMAN
May 18, 2020 @ 3:19 pm
To Linda and family. Tommy was one in a million. I don’t believe I ever saw him without a smile and a good word. He was a gentle and well respected man whom I am proud to call him a friend. My condolences from Sue, Brooke and I and we will be praying for you during this time. Love, Bob, Sue and Brooke
May 18, 2020 @ 3:20 pm
Tommy was a amazingly heartfelt man who loved His family and friends. He will be forever missed but we know he is rejoicing with the Lord!!
May 18, 2020 @ 3:31 pm
Linda I am sorry so very sorry Tommy an you both have a very special place in my heart I love you both dearly Tommy was a good man He will be missed I am here if you need anything Love you my friend 💖
May 18, 2020 @ 3:38 pm
So sorry for your lost,Tommy made a big impression on everyone he came in contact with,I’ll never forget the opportunity I had to know him
Continue prayers for you Linda and the entire family
God Bless
May 18, 2020 @ 3:51 pm
Linda, Emmett and I are so sorry for your loss. We keep you in our prayers.
May 18, 2020 @ 3:58 pm
So sorry for your loss. Tommy was an amazing man and will be missed by many. Linda you and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
May 18, 2020 @ 4:09 pm
Ive known Tommy for years. So sorry for your loss. He was a great guy with a wonderful friendly personality.
May 18, 2020 @ 4:34 pm
Ms. Linda I am so sorry for your loss. He was such a kind soul. Prayers for comfort to you and your family. God bless you all.
May 18, 2020 @ 4:39 pm
So sorry for your loss. He was a sweet and caring man
May 18, 2020 @ 4:45 pm
Linda and Krystal I am sorry for your loss will be praying for your family and if you need anything let me know. Love y’all
May 18, 2020 @ 4:48 pm
Carol and I are so sorry to hear of this. You and Tommy have always been such great friends and so good to us. Tommy never met a stranger, and would always help anyone, anytime. Rest in Peace, my brother, we have it from here.
May 18, 2020 @ 5:19 pm
Sorry for your loss Linda. Our prayers are with you and your family
May 18, 2020 @ 6:06 pm
I’m so sorry to hear about Tommy, he was such a great person. Praying for comfort for all the family..love and hugs…
May 18, 2020 @ 6:39 pm
Linda , We are so sorry for your loss . Tommy and you are special friends. You both fought a hard long battle.Tommy is healed now..Prayers for his family.
May 18, 2020 @ 6:50 pm
Linda so sorry tommy was a good man .thought a lot of him
May 18, 2020 @ 7:10 pm
Linda and family, Ty and I are so sorry for your loss. Tommy was very kind to all and will be missed by many. You have been such a faithful and loving wife , care giver. My God remain at your side in the days ahead as you grieve the loss of your soulmate. Again our sincere condolences to you and the entire family. Love in. Christ . Terrie and Ty Hancock
May 18, 2020 @ 8:16 pm
Prayers for you at this difficult time Linda and family. My heartgoes out to you all. He was a great man
May 18, 2020 @ 8:54 pm
Tommy was a great friend, just hate he’s gone to heaven without me. But happy he’s made it home. Will miss him dearly, just wish we could have went on more fishing trips, we had a ball last year at Falls lake N.C.
Rest in Peace ole Friend!!
Jimmy Rorrer
May 18, 2020 @ 8:59 pm
My deepest condolences.
May 18, 2020 @ 9:27 pm
Rick and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. It has been a long hard battle for Tommy and you. I was amazed that he would have a smile on his face even when he was battling this dreadful disease.Prayers to you all.
May 19, 2020 @ 12:14 am
So sorry for your loss. Tommy was a very special OFFICER. He believed in doing the right thing, the right way. He will be missed by so many. So sad that he went so young. Fly high Sir. Fly high…
May 19, 2020 @ 1:02 am
Sorry to hear this sad news. We were good friends when we were kids. Blessings for his family.
May 19, 2020 @ 1:43 am
Linda, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
May 19, 2020 @ 8:14 am
So sorry to hear this. He was a good man . Prayers of comfort go out to Linda and his entire family at this time.
May 19, 2020 @ 8:52 am
Linda, we’re so very sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and your family, and His presence help you through this sad time and in the coming days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless! Loretta Pifer and Family
May 19, 2020 @ 10:22 am
So very sorry to hear of your great loss. Tommy was a wonderful person and he fought long and hard. Now he is enjoying his rest and reward in the presence of the Father. Love and prayers for you, Linda and family.
May 20, 2020 @ 9:40 pm
So sorry to hear of your loss of such a special and admired love one. Going to school with him was always remembered because of his kindness and consideration of others. You loved him but, God gained an angel and loved him best. He is in safe hands now.. Prayers for you and the family.
May 21, 2020 @ 2:01 pm
Rest in peace
May 22, 2020 @ 12:23 pm
Linda, so very sorry to hear of your loss. Tommy was a good fellow. Stay strong. God will keep you.
May 26, 2021 @ 12:57 am
So sorry to hear of the loss of such a good man. My family and I have known him since I was a kid. Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with all of his family. Lean on God he will carry you all through this. Gone but never forgotten.Such a humble sweet man. Always smiling. Prayers for all.