John Wesley Dorman

John Wesley Dorman, 83, of Waco, Texas, passed away on May 18, 2025, after a brief illness. John was born October 3, 1941, to Harvey S. and Hazel (Harvey) Dorman. He was graduated from the University of Texas in 1963, and Vanderbilt University School of Medicine in 1967. After completing his internship and residency in Dallas, Texas, he served as a Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Navy from 1971 to 1973, where he earned the National Defense Service Medal. He practiced obstetrics and gynecology in Plainview, Texas for many years. His patients and their families adored him. John was fond of American and world history, and his passion was collecting autographs. He received the Cotton Barons’ award in the early 1990s for his support of the American Cancer Society Program. John is survived by his children, Melissa Dorman Matthews and husband, Randy; and John Wesley Dorman, Jr., and wife, Catherine; as well as his grandchildren Abbey Kernaghan (Jordan) and John Wesley (“Trey”) Dorman III.

He was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Barbara; his parents; and his brother, Harvey S. Dorman, Jr. The family wishes to thank the staff at Hewitt Nursing and Rehabilitation and the hospice nurses at Bluebonnet Health Services in Waco, Texas, for their excellent care and assistance during John’s final days. No services are planned at this time.

In lieu of flowers, John would be grateful for any contributions to Hospice of the Plains, which Barbara had been instrumental in establishing, or to the hospice of your choice.