Victor Ray Doty

Victor Ray Doty, age 78, of Evansville, IN, passed away Saturday, September 6, 2025, at his home surrounded by family.

Victor was born February 9, 1947, in Clarksville, AR, to Paul Victor Doty and Juanita Doty. He was a graduate of North High School with a focus in Vocational Machine Shop. Victor went on to graduate from Indiana State University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in 1971 and a Master’s Degree in 1972. He continued with an additional 90 hours of education to complete a Vocational Director Certification as well as a Secondary Administration License. He strongly believed in the importance of education, as it was a major focus throughout his life and and in the life of his family.

Victor was employed by the Evansville Vanderburgh School Corporation for 34 ½ years as a teacher, administrator, and principal and by the Henderson County Schools for 10 years as a principal.

Victor’s passion for service was evident in every part of his life. He was extremely active within McCutchanville Community Church, where he touched countless lives with his guidance, wisdom, and unwavering belief in the power of community and prayer. His commitment to his faith was central to everything he did—whether in the church or in the everyday acts of kindness he extended to others. Victor was a past president of the Retired Teachers’ Association, and he was a member of the Evansville Masonic Lodge 64.

Victor’s legacy is one of service, love, and faith. His commitment to both his church and his community was an inspiration to all who knew him. He had the gift of encouragement and seeing the potential in others. He was a man of great integrity, always ready to lend a hand, offer encouragement, and share the love of God with those around him.

Victor’s devotion was to his family, and he is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Barbara (Pickett) Doty; daughters, Lora Massey (Robb) and Julie Burris; son, David Doty (Marcie), all from Evansville, IN; sister, Mary Getz; sister-in-law, Debbie Lovell; nieces and nephews; granddaughters, Lauren Burris (Luke), Elyse Stutzman (Kody), Ashley Burris, Maleah Marshall (Jimmy), Caleigh Massey, Katelyn Minton (Logan), and Chelsea Doty (Nick); grandsons, Joshua Pearson (Nikki), Matthew Doty (Tess), Chaz Burris, Devin Burris; great granddaughters, Paisley Baker, Lyla Pearson and Evie Marshall; lifelong friend, Don Skelton; and outdoor sidekick, Tori.

Victor is preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Juanita Doty; and brother, Michael Doty.

Friends may visit from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at Boone Funeral Home East Chapel – A Family Tradition Funeral Home, 5330 Washington Avenue, Evansville, IN, with a Masonic Service at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will continue from 10:00 a.m. until the service time, Thursday, September 11, 2025, at McCutchanville Community Church.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 11, 2025, at McCutchanville Community Church, 9505 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN, with Pastor Russell Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Sunset Memorial Park.

A Live Stream will be available beginning twenty minutes prior to the service time. Please visit www.boonefuneralhome.net, select Victor’s obituary, scroll to the bottom of the page, and click View Video/Live Stream.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donation be made to McCutchanville Community Church at 9505 Petersburg Road, Evansville, IN 44725, which reflects Victor’s lifelong passion for serving others.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:23

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