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Ann Dopita, 92, long time resident of Fort Dodge, had a lifelong passion for horses and the arts. She passed away October 3, 2026. As a mother of four children, she somehow still found time for art as a painter, weaver, potter, seamstress and owner of a metal sculpture studio.She was a 4H leader and equestrian. She was also involved with the Blanden Art Museum. She enjoyed a trip to Ireland that she shared with her family as they explored their ancestry. In later years, horses and going out with family and friends remained some of her favorite activities.
Ann is survived by her children, Kathy Dopita of Colorado, Mike (Rose) Dopita of Fort Dodge, and John Dopita of Florida. She had 6 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband Joseph Dopita, Parents Paul and Genevieve Powers, son Jim Dopita, brother John Powers and his wife Patricia and sister Mary Jacobson and her husband Martin.
Ann grew up on a farm near Evanston, Iowa and began school there. In 1952, she graduated from Fort Dodge High School, attended college and worked for Quaker Oats. Ann and Jo wed at St. Joseph Church in Duncombe in 1954. They lived in Moorland, Iowa where she was busy with the church choir. They later moved to the Dopita family farm where she raised her four children.
She was greatly loved and will be missed. Laufersweiler Funeral Home is serving the family.