Julius James Doberstein

1940-2023

Julius James Doberstein of Withee, passed away on Oct. 23, 2023 at Marshfield Medical Center. Julius was born on Dec. 12, 1940 in the town of Hammel, to Julius and Ruth (Potter) Doberstein. Julius grew up in the area and graduated from the Medford Area School District in 1959. In 1960, he married his high school sweetheart Nancy Doberstein (Hartman).

He was a farmer, avid hound hunter, husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather. Julius is remembered as the owner and operator of the Doberstein Express. He helped found many hound hunting clubs and associations.

He is survived by his wife, Nancy; children, Elvin, Dennis, William, Daniel (Rose), Brenda Doberstein; 11 grandchildren, Nina (Mark Ried), Ashley (Adam Scheinoha), Anthony (Pepsii), Jesse (Robin), Jeffery, Emily (Christian Ludwig), Monica, Elizabeth (Taylor Doberstein), Eric, Chevy VanDerLeest, and Angela VanDerLeest; and 15 great-grandchildren; seven step great-grandchildren; one step great-great-grandchild; and a younger brother, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Ruth (Potter) Doberstein; son, Carl Doberstein; siblings, Evelyn (John) Phoenelt, Russel (Shirley) Doberstein, Janet (Leonard) Langteau; and an unborn brother.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

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