In Remembrance of Joseph Dorison (1958-2023)
JFS is saddened to share with you that our former JFS Board President (2001-2004), Joseph Dorison passed away on Monday, April 10th. Joe was a passionate leader who exemplified our JFS values of compassion, healing, integrity, and human dignity in all he did to support not only JFS, but also the broader Springfield Jewish community. In years past at JFS, Joe could be found collecting, fixing, and distributing bikes to refugees to provide transportation to jobs. He welcomed New Americans at airport pick-ups, and provided stuffed animals and toys for newly arriving refugee children. In the video below, Joe and his wife, Catherine, shared their story of welcoming refugees. May his memory be a blessing.