Timothy Doss' Obituary
Timothy Doss, 67, of Bridgeton, NJ passed away on Friday, May 29, 2026, at the Inspira Medical Center in Vineland, NJ. Timothy “Ted/Teddy” and his late brother, Thomas were twins born on December 15, 1958, to the late Mrs. Fannie Mae Doss and Mr. Criswell Harper.
Timothy graduated from Vineland High School in 1977. He was a proud product of Seabrook and Pittsgrove Township Public Schools. In 1980 Tim enrolled at Glassboro State College, currently known as Rowan University. There, he was a member of Phi Beta Sigma, Fraternity Inc. (Spring 81’). While in high school and college, Timothy was a standout, all-around, student athlete, earning “All- State” honors as a defensive tackle. His impressive athletic abilities garnered notable interest from the Philadelphia Eagles during that time.
Tim loved family, food, laughter, music, and dance. He was the ninth of ten children; five boys and five girls. Tim (AKA “Biscuit”) and Tom (AKA “Cornbread”) had an incredibly close, loving bond. When you saw one, you typically would see the other; both handsome, with infectious smiles, stylish attire, and unbridled curiosity. From working at the Vineland Developmental Center, to shopping, barbecuing etc., “The Twins” who were also known affectionately as “Gentle Giants”, enthusiastically embraced life together, as a beautiful, invincible team. A team which also included many of their treasured friends.
Timothy loved sports. He was a huge Pittsburgh Steelers fan and enjoyed supporting local sports teams like the former Camden River Sharks by attending their home baseball games whenever he had the opportunity. In his younger years, his favorite pastimes included going to the Franklinville Roller Rink and spending time with the “bread bunch”, a group of his and Thomas’ dear, friends.
To cherish his precious memory, he leaves a son Timothy Cotto, three grandchildren Trinity, Quasym, and Marocko Cotto, two sisters; Dorothy M. Hall (Charles, predeceased) Somerset, NJ and Ruthie Mack (Reverend John) Cedarville, NJ as well as two brothers, Vaughn Doss (Beatrice) Bridgeton, NJ, and Kenneth Doss (Loretta) Sicklerville, NJ and a Brother-in-Law, Lester Pegues and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and additional extended family and friends.
Timothy was predeceased by his parents Mrs. Fannie Mae Doss and Mr. Criswell Harper, sisters Joyce Doss, Barbara Jean Pegues, Ruby Haqq, brothers Robert Doss Jr. and Thomas Harper Doss, and a sister-in-law Olive Doss.
Relatives and friends are invited to Timothy’s viewing and funeral on Friday, June 19, 2026. Services will be held at Heavensway Beth-Shaun Baptist Church, 1029 E. Landis Avenue, Vineland, NJ 08360, Rev. John Wesley Mack, Sr., Pastor. The viewing will be from 10:00AM - 11:30AM with the funeral service immediately following. The interment will be in Cedar Hill Memorial Park, 457 Greenwich Rd., Hopewell Township, NJ 08302.
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