Russell R. Dotterer, 89, of New Tripoli, died Oct. 16, 2025 at Lehigh Valley Hospital Cedar Crest, Salisbury Township. He was the husband of Barbara (Kistler) Dotterer, with whom he celebrated 64 years of marriage in July. Born in Kempton, he was the son of the late Elwood A. and Edna M. (Klingaman) Dotterer.

He was a 1953 graduate of Slatington High School. He went on to serve his country in the U.S. Army from 1958-1960. He worked with his father at the former Dotterer’s Garage in Kempton and later worked as a damage appraiser and adjuster for Erie Insurance Company until retirement.

He was a member of the Lutheran congregation of the Jerusalem (Red) Church in Kempton. He served as a cemetery official for the church cemetery. He was a lifetime member and former treasurer of the Lynnport Fire Co. He was an avid hunter, greatly enjoyed watching all sports and always looked forward to spending time in his wood shop.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his sons, Gary (Ann), of Kutztown and Neal (Tami), of Coplay; granddaughters, Alicia Beam, of Neffs and Ashley (Derek) Goldsborough, of Shillington; two great-granddaughters, Kennedy Beam and Olivia Goldsborough.

He was predeceased by his sister, Shirley Behm.

A Celebration of Life will be held noon Oct. 29, with a visitation period 11 a.m. to noon in the Nester Funeral Home, 8405 Kings Highway, New Tripoli.

Memorial contributions in his name may be made to New Jerusalem Cemetery Association and sent c/o the funeral address. Online condolences recorded at NesterFuneralHome.com.