Jeffrey Clarkson Dorr Obituary (2024)

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved son, Jeffrey Dorr. He left this world far too soon, but his memory will forever remain in our hearts. Jeff was born in Yakima, Washington, on February 23, 1979, to Scott and Cathy (Simonson) Dorr. His early childhood was filled with many activities offered in the small town of Wapato, where he grew up. Some of these included soccer, swimming, and t-ball. He also enjoyed countless camping trips with family and friends at Kaner Flats. Jeff attended St. Joseph/Marquette in Yakima through eighth grade, where he played soccer, basketball, and baseball. He was a natural athlete. He attended Wapato High School, where he excelled in basketball and baseball. Surgery curtailed his junior year of sports, but he trained hard and was able to play golf at the end of his junior year to regain strength in his legs. He returned to the basketball court and golf course for his senior year. He graduated from Wapato High School in 1997. He attended Central Washington University for one year, before deciding to venture to Florida to attend college in Lake Worth, Florida. As usual he made many friends and began working at an Italian restaurant to help with expenses. After a minor motorcycle accident, he was prescribed a newly developed pain medication, which began his unrelenting struggle with addiction. He fought so hard so many times to stay sober, but this disease was unyielding for him. Jeff was a compassionate soul who touched the lives of many. His smile, laughter, kindness, and love left a mark on everyone he met. He was a jokester and loved to make people laugh. At his best, he was unstoppable. Jeff is survived by his mother, Cathy Kehm, and stepfather, Tom Kehm, along with his siblings, Carianne Kehm-Goins, Jason Kehm, Zach Dorr, and Jenifer Cooper, as well as his stepmother, Doris Dorr. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins, who loved him dearly. Also surviving Jeff are his special friends, Erinn Greer, and Lisa Stubblefield, who never gave up hope. He is preceded in death by his father, Scott Dorr, grandparents, Jack and Jan Dorr, Louise Simonson, great grandmother, Goldia Simonson, aunt, Susan Jones, and uncle, Bruce Simonson. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Union Gospel Mission, Camp Hope, or the Yakima Humane Society in Jeff's honor. Let us remember Jeff for the joy he brought into our lives. A Private Memorial Service was held to honor Jeff's life. May he find peace and may his spirit live in our hearts forever. Rest easy, Jeffrey. See you on the other side. Brookside Funeral Home is caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.brooksidefuneral.com.