David Dortch Obituary Sunset January 15, 2021 Sunrise: April 24, 1959 David Lee Dortch died unexpectedly on Friday, January 15, 2021 at the age of 61. David was born on April 24, 1959 in Cleveland, Ohio to John and Eula Mae Dortch, both preceded him in death. David was the baby brother to Carmen Dortch, Valerie Dede, Cheryl Slater, Jocelyn Burton {preceded him in death). William Howard Dortch (preceded him in death) and baby (big sister) Bridget Harris. David received Christ into his life at an early age. He became a member of Perfect Peace Baptist Church and served on the Usher Board. David was educated in the Cleveland Public School System and graduated High School while serving in the Army in 1979. While in the Army David was an Airplane Repairer. David received (Good Conduct Medal, Army Service Ribbon, Aircraft Crewman's Badge, Marksman (Rifle) Expert (Hand Grenade). Sergeant David left the Army in 1984 with Honorable Conditions. In 1984 David met his ex-wife Marion Dortch Smith (21yrs) and they welcomed a baby girl Sierra Dortch: David was the stepfather of Brandie Marshall and Marie Marshall, David was an avid sports fan. He loved the New York Yankees, Cleveland Browns, Cleveland Cavaliers, and Cleveland Indians. David loved his Hip Hop music especially his favorite rapper 2Pac. David leaves to cherish his memories his daughter, Sierra Dortch; stepdaughters, Brandie and Marie Marshall; his ex-wife Marion Dortch; his Fiance' Laura Wiggins; three grandchildren Antoine Spencer, lyanna Dortch, Sienna Dortch and a host _of nieces, nephews and family and friends. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of David Lee Dortch, please visit our floral store. Read More