Michael Aaron "Mikey" Dotson

Michael Aaron Dotson, 58 of Wharncliffe, WV passed away on November 7th 2026. Known to his close friends as “Mikey.”

He was the son of the late Ervin and Thelma (Morrison) Dotson of Wharncliffe. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Milton and Kizzie Morrison; paternal grandparents, Wade and Dixie Dotson all of Wharncliffe; aunts, Faye Morgan and Judy French of North Springs WV; uncle, Gary Morrison of Wharncliffe; and his special companion and friend his late fur baby “Spanky” whom he loved and adored.

Michael was considered a “loner” throughout his life, he loved being outdoors where he found peace and comfort. He was also a creative soul who loved to paint and draw and was very talented in his works. In his youth, during the winter he would build giant snow sculptures for all the neighborhood to admire. And in the summer he would ride dirt bikes and do many tricks and stunts on them always competing with his sister as to whom could out do the other. He was a good hearted man who needed very little in life and treated friends like family. Never asking for much in return just friendship. Everyone close to him knew how much he enjoyed his bologna sandwiches and milk.

He worked as a carpenter along side his dad for many years, together they built many homes in the local area.

Michael leaves behind one son Dustin Dotson of Huntington, WV.

Those left to mourn his loss includes his sister, Tina Dotson (Finny B) Hensley of Wharncliffe, WV; two nieces, Heather (Aaron) Fields of Man, WV and Haylea (Cory) Murphy of Wharncliffe, WV; great niece, Haven Mccloud; great nephews, Ryker Mccloud, Kenton Collins, and Kayden Murphy; special friend, Bill Lockard of Wharncliffe, WV; and beloved cousin Timmy Morgan of Gilbert, WV. He leaves behind a host of extended family members, cousins, and close friends.

He shall be greatly missed by his family and friends especially his sister whom truly loved him.

Michael was a giving man and one of his last gifts was to donate his tissue/organs to someone in need.

His last wish was to be cremated and his ashes placed along side his maternal grandfather, Milton, at Dotson Cemetery in Dotson Holler.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Collins Funeral Home, Inc. of Switzer, WV.