Joseph William Doswell, Jr.
May 5, 1949 – March 29, 2025
Joseph W. Doswell, Jr. was born in Montgomery, Alabama. He was an Eagle Scout and graduated from Marion Military Institute, Marion, Alabama. Joe joined the Navy and graduated from the United States Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland in 1973, receiving his commission as an Ensign. He served on the commissioning crews of both the USS Nimitz, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, and the USS Texas, a nuclear cruiser. His final duty station was at the Navy ROTC unit at the University of Virginia. He resigned from the Navy as a Lieutenant Commander and went to work for Baltimore Gas and Electric’s Calvert Cliffs Nuclear Power Plant in Maryland. There, he served in multiple managerial and leadership roles, retiring in 2015 after 34 years.
Joe served on the Vestry at St. James Episcopal Church, Lothian, Maryland and St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church, Blowing Rock, North Carolina. He was appointed Senior Warden at St James. He also served on the Foundation Board of Calvert Memorial Hospital.
Joe loved his family, his church, and his country. He was a devoted husband, and adored his children and grandchildren. Some of his happiest times were on the golf course with friends and family A skilled handyman, he could fix anything.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Diana Brewster Doswell, and his two children James Benjamin Doswell (Lucy), and Caroline Kendall Doswell (Gus), his two grandchildren Lucy Betts Doswell and Harris Brewster Doswell, his brother John Morgan Doswell, and his sister Anne Doswell Wright.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Isabel Leatherwood Doswell, Joseph William Doswell, Sr., and his sister Jane Doswell Wade.
A memorial service will take place at 1:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at St. James Episcopal Church, Lothian, Maryland. Interment will follow at St. Mary of the Hills, Blowing Rock, North Carolina, at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Joe may be made to the Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership at the United States Naval Academy. www.usna.com/give
Go Navy!
Visitation
Services
Thursday, April 24, 2025
1:00 P.M.
Interment
- Inurnment
St. Mary of the Hills Episcopal Church Cemetery
140 Chestnut Drive,
Blowing Rock, NC 28605-0014
Contributions
Stockdale Center for Ethical Leadership at the United States Naval Academy
301 King George Street
Annapolis, MD 21402
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2 Apr 2025
2:08pm
Worked with Joe for many years at CCNPP. He was a grest guy and a true friend. So sorry to hear of his passing.
City
Port Republic
State
MD
2 Apr 2025
5:20pm
So sorry to hear that Joe passed away. Joe was very personable and a great co-worker during the time we worked at Calvert Cliffs. RIP Joe. You will be missed.
City
LOCUST GROVE
State
VA
2 Apr 2025
7:11pm
Joe was a great friend and leader at St Mary’s. Always willing to lend a hand. Whether it was Mens Breakfast or Tour of Homes he led by example. I’ll miss you my friend.
City
Blowing Rock
State
N C
2 Apr 2025
11:22pm
My deepest condolences go out to the family. I worked with Joe for a long time at Calvert Cliffs, and he was always so nice to work with. He was very positive and kind. May he rest in peace.
City
Prince Frederick
State
Maryland
3 Apr 2025
10:00am
Sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was one of the nicest guys at CCNPP. Always with a smile. Prayers for Joe and his family.
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
Md
3 Apr 2025
10:10am
I know you will be missed by many. It was a pleasure to know you from Calvert Cliffs. RIP, Joe.
City
Lusby
State
MD
3 Apr 2025
10:31am
Prayers for the Doswell Family. Joe was a trusted and professional colleague. Always pleasant and respectful.
City
Solomons
State
MD
3 Apr 2025
1:20pm
Worked with Joe for many years. He was a great co-worker. I’m sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
City
Leonardtown
State
MD
3 Apr 2025
9:01pm
As next-door neighbors for 24 years, we knew Joe from his frequent walks. Whenever we encountered him, he was as friendly as anyone possibly could be and generous with his time. And always very chatty! Whenever we take a walk, we will remember and miss his humanity and gentle nature. We offer our sincere condolences and prayers to Diana and the family.
City
Dunkirk
State
MD
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Worked with Joe for many years at CCNPP. He was a grest guy and a true friend. So sorry to hear of his passing.
So sorry to hear that Joe passed away. Joe was very personable and a great co-worker during the time we worked at Calvert Cliffs. RIP Joe. You will be missed.
Joe was a great friend and leader at St Mary’s. Always willing to lend a hand. Whether it was Mens Breakfast or Tour of Homes he led by example. I’ll miss you my friend.
My deepest condolences go out to the family. I worked with Joe for a long time at Calvert Cliffs, and he was always so nice to work with. He was very positive and kind. May he rest in peace.
Sorry to hear of Joe’s passing. He was one of the nicest guys at CCNPP. Always with a smile. Prayers for Joe and his family.
I know you will be missed by many. It was a pleasure to know you from Calvert Cliffs. RIP, Joe.
Prayers for the Doswell Family. Joe was a trusted and professional colleague. Always pleasant and respectful.
Worked with Joe for many years. He was a great co-worker. I’m sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
As next-door neighbors for 24 years, we knew Joe from his frequent walks. Whenever we encountered him, he was as friendly as anyone possibly could be and generous with his time. And always very chatty! Whenever we take a walk, we will remember and miss his humanity and gentle nature. We offer our sincere condolences and prayers to Diana and the family.