Charles Lee Dorris Jr

Graveside Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85123235625?pwd=UE1kaGVYUkU4cFIvU2VtTS83NnhNZz09 Charles Lee Dorris, Jr,. was born on February 05, 2001, in Klamath Falls, OR. Known to his family at birth as CJ, he quickly became a bright, and often mischievous, light for his entire family. As a baby, his dad was wrapped around his finger, his grandparents adored him, and being the only child around, his aunts and uncle were happily subjected to a lot of wrestling and SpongeBob. He soon had cousins to play with and although they lived far away, they always got into the best kind of trouble when they saw each other. CJ was a practical joker and often would have his older family members running from him as he chased them with bugs, much to the delight of his cousins and sisters. CJ’s love for, and dedication to, his family was no secret. He was an incredible son and an awesome big brother who annoyed his sisters like it was his chosen career. However, as much he drove them crazy, they all knew that he was doing it with love and that he would be the first person there if they were ever truly sad or scared. He was the best partner in crime that a sibling could have asked for. Throughout his childhood and early teen years, CJ was fearless and bold and curious, and this led him to uncover a wealth of talents. He used his analytical skills to excel in boy scouts, building anything and everything, playing video games, and becoming a chess master. CJ’s early love of wrestling followed him throughout life, and he lettered his senior year. He also practiced Jiu Jitsu and Kenpo. He was creative beyond what was imaginable. He played guitar and violin, and on a whim would do things like teach himself bagpipes and ukulele. He loved music and often wrote and recorded his own songs. His love for the arts continued with theater and playing every part in it. Whether sound man, set builder, or lead actor in plays like Beauty and the Beast and Once Upon a time, CJ always gave it his all. Much like his dedication to his family and his passions, CJ also had a love for God. He was most recently a member of a Christian Denominational Church, the True Life Center in Cedar City, UT. When he graduated high school, Class of 2019 from Canyon View High School, his family, friends, and church congregation were all in attendance. He had amazing plans for his life and instilled that excitement into everyone around him. After graduating, he followed his (one of many) dreams of serving in the military services. He immediately enlisted into the Utah Army National Guard, Forward Support Company, 1st Battallion, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne) as an 88M (truck driver). CJ then moved on to become SPC Dorris. He proudly served on orders supporting a Special Forces Urban Combat Course for Green Berets. While serving as a member of Forward Support Company, 1st BN, 19th Special Forces Group (Airborne), SPC Dorris was instrumental in the success of getting Utah residents COVID-19 vaccines and helping to save lives. SPC Dorris’ awards include: Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Armed Forces Service Medal, and the Basic Parachutist Badge. CJ’s love, talent, generosity, humor, and bright light will be missed always. Charles Lee Dorris, Jr., is survived by his Father and Mother: Charles Lee Dorris, Sr., and Bridget Dorris of Cedary City, UT; his much-loved sisters, Breann Sanderson, Christina Vinzant, Trinity Dorris, and Rebecca Grace Dorris; his Grandparents, Ronald Dorris, Becky (Barney) Hill, and Darleen and Kent Sanderson; his Uncles Jared Chrisman, Nick Sanderson, and Travis Sanderson; Aunts Cheri (Eric) Conner, Corrie (Ryan) Camp, Darlene (Randy) Martinez, and Stacia Rink. He is also survived by his cousins, Justin, Julie, Jessie, Alex, Joshua, Jonah, and Owen, Brittany, Tucker, Cynthia, Anthony, Isaiah, Alaina, Aaron, Matthew, Eijah, Jayden, Braxton, Hudson, and Bryson. He is preceded in death by his Aunt Christy Dorris. A celebration of life will be held in Cedar City, UT. on October 23rd. Time and location to be determined

Charles Lee Dorris Jr

February 5, 2001 - August 21, 2021