Douglas Daniel Dodge, 89, of Northampton, died Oct. 1, 2022, in his home. He was the husband of Bonnie L. (Sysko) Dodge for 25 years.

Born in Syracuse, N.Y., he was a son of the late Charles and Alberta “Bertie” (Brown) Dodge.

He was a graduate of Syracuse University and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in production management. He earned a Master of Business Administration in business administration from Lehigh University.

He was a SP3 in the U.S. Army and subsequently was a U.S. Navy Intelligence Officer. He was a two-year base commanding officer of FIRSTEURNLT 0693 from 1983 to 1984. He retired as a captain after 33 years in 1993.

He was executive vice president, general manager and director of Dent Manufacturing. He then became CEO/owner of the company. He earlier worked for the Sheridan Company, Easton; Lehigh Valley Electronics, Fogelsville; Dixie Cup American Can, Easton; and Colgate-Palmolive, New Jersey.

He was for many years on the board at Fairview Savings and Loan, Easton.

He was an Eagle Scout.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by three sons, Timothy D., Dr. Peter M. and wife Akemi and Charles and wife Judalyn; a daughter, Victoria Bridges and husband Tim; five grandchildren, Ruby, Aina, Emily, Spencer and James; a sister, Diane Grinnell; and special friend, Grant A. Shimer.

He was predeceased by a brother, Richard “Red” Dodge.

There will be no funeral services. He requested he be donated to Humanity Gifts Registry, Philadelphia.

Contributions may be made to the Northampton Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4714, P.O. Box 282, Northampton, 18067.

Arrangements were made by Reichel Funeral Home Inc., Northampton.