Troy Jess Dortch's Obituary
Troy Jess Dortch “Jess” or “Jesse” of Gregg County, TX. passed away on
January 23, 2022. He was born on June 17, 1960, and was 61 years old.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Naomi Dee Dortch, and his father,
Steve Leroy Dortch.
Jess is survived by lots of loved ones and family: his son, Steven Dortch and
his wife, Amber Dortch; his other son, Justin Dortch; brother, Roy Wess Dortch;
his stepchildren, Brittney Fletcher, Christina Pepper, and Ricky Pepper; his wife,
Norma Jean Pepper, his former wife, Judy Dortch; and his 6 grandchildren,
Stephanie Dee Dortch, Lacie Lee Dortch, Jessie Wade Dortch, Madilyn Nicole
Phelps, Raleigh Jane Fletcher, and Aiden Dean Ramsey. He will be dearly missed
by all.
Jess was an industrial painter by profession for many years. He loved to
immerse himself in nature. He spent his free time hunting for gems, crystals and
arrowheads. Jess always had something neat to show.
The family will receive friends Saturday afternoon from 4-6 PM at the funeral home.
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