Jack Dorman, 55, passed away and began his new journey Saturday, Dec. 12, 2009. He was a native of Buffalo, NY, but had lived most of his life in St. Petersburg, FL before moving to Clay County in 1979. Jack founded Dorman Heating and Cooling. He started the business with only two employees and a lot of ambition and personal care of his customers. He grew the business to approximately 20 employees. In 2003, when the business became self sufficient, he decided to take an early retirement and enjoy life to the fullest. Jack took on many endeavors such as aviation in his late teen years, metal sculpting, travels, and recently developed Appalachian Jeep Adventures throughout Western North Carolina. He was a member of the Clay Masonic Lodge #301. He was active in the Chamber of Commercial Affairs and community relations. He enjoyed being a member of the Alpha-Male Society and enjoyed many memories with his camping friends.

He was the son of the late John Arthur and Anna Belle Shepard Dorman.

Surviving are his wife, Carol McAteer Dorman; a son, Zak Dorman and fiancé, Christy of Asheville; a sister, Jill Dorman-Potthoff of Atlanta, GA; a granddaughter, Layna Reagan Dorman; and many other extended family.

A memorial service was held at 2:00 PM Thursday, Dec. 17 at the Tusquittee Airstrip Hangar. Turner Guidry will speak.

The family received friends following the service.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials be made in loving memory of Jack Dorman to the Tusquittee Flying Association, Hayesville, NC 28904.

Ivie Funeral Home, Hayesville in charge of arrangements.