Christopher M. Dooley
December 19, 1965 - April 16, 2026
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Restlawn Memorial Gardens
1380 Forrest Nelson Blvd.
Port Charlotte, Florida 33952
941-629-2152 |
Friday 5/8, 11:00 am

Christopher M. Dooley, 60, of North Port, Florida passed away at 9:10pm on April 16, 2026. He was born on December 19, 1965, in LaGrange, Illinois.

He is survived by his brother Jason Dooley, sister-in-law, Marynie Dooley, niece Brooke Cambria, nephew Stephen Dooley and his great nephews Joseph, Caden and Michael Cambria.

Chris was an accomplished Engineer/Scientist working extensively with NASA and NOAA. Chris was a Lead Engineer on many of the GOES weather satellites. He was a loving brother and a loyal friend to all who knew him. He was an avid guitar player, and could often be found backstage at many concerts, keeping company with some of the biggest names in Rock. He was an inspiration fighting his cancer for 7 years after being told he only had 8 months to live. He is now at peace in Heaven with his mother Nancy Lartz Dooley who passed away after her own battle with cancer in 1982. Chris passed peacefully in his sleep with one of his favorite nurses by his side. The fight is over; it is time to rest.

A committal service and inurnment will be held Friday 11:00 AM May 8, 2026, at Restlawn Memorial Gardens, Port Charotte, Florida.

Friends may visit online at www.robersonfh.com to extend condolences to the family. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home Port Charlotte Chapel.

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Christopher M. Dooley, 60, of North Port, Florida passed away at 9:10pm on April 16, 2026. He was born on December 19, 1965, in LaGrange, Illinois. He is survived by his brother Jason Dooley, sister-in-law, Marynie Dooley, niece Brooke Cambria, nephew Stephen Dooley and his great nephews Joseph, Caden and Michael Cambria. Chris was an…

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Alison Dooley Salayko left a message on May 7, 2026:
I was so saddened to come across the news of Chris’s passing. It brought back many warm memories of both of you and of time spent together growing up. He has always be part of those moments I carry with me. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. With deepest sympathy, Alison Dooley 
Josh DeWyse left a message on April 27, 2026:
Chris was a friend, mentor, and colleague of mine. Chris always had a good spirit even through some of the trials and tribulations while working through tough problems. Chris and I shared common ground both in personal and professional endeavors. Being able to stay in touch with him over the last few years was a blessing. He taught me a lot and guided me in a direction to expand my knowledge base and provided advice. I will always be grateful to have crossed paths with him. We pray your family finds peace and will find hope in the reuniting with him again sometime. He will be missed.
Eric Smith left a message on April 26, 2026:
Hi everyone, I'm sorry for your loss; I worked with Chris for many years at ITT/Exelis/Harris in Fort Wayne, and played poker with him about once a month until Covid hit. I think it was during our poker hiatus due to Covid that he became too ill to join in but he faithfully kept in contact up until the end. He was good about keeping in touch (better than me) and I enjoyed his recounting of whom he had seen or talked to. He was also always happy to hear of news from his Fort Wayne friends & colleagues. I was a fortunate beneficiary of a workbench and dust collector system from his shop when he moved south, and I always think of Chris when I'm in my own shop and using his gear. Chris was a dedicated and successful engineer and able to manage people and technical projects. I never met any of his family but I did meet Winnie numerous times. Chris loved his family members and his li'l dog...
Janell Mumma left a message on April 21, 2026:
I’m so sorry to hear of Chris’s passing. He was so kind to work with.
Michelle Johnson left a message on April 21, 2026:
My deepest condolences. Chris was one of my favorite people to work with at L3Harris. We bonded over our obsessions for our Porsches! He was not only a great person to work with but a dear friend. We tried to touch base a few times a year once he retired but time got away from us. I’m so sad to hear of his passing but I know he truly fought so hard to live he was a true fighter. God Bless to his family and RIP dear friend!
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